Money: Survey examines taboo among men, women [Video]

Most Canadians are comfortable talking about money with their close friends and family members, but, according to a recent survey, some find it awkward to discuss finances outside their inner circle and the issue is more prominent among women.

Intuit’s 2024 Financial Literacy Survey suggests 27 per cent of women and 17 per cent of men are uneasy talking about money in social situations, with 22 per cent of all women stating they’d rather share details of their sex lives than their financial circumstances.

The survey suggests a financial confidence gender gap remains in place, with nearly a third of women (31 per cent) concerned that talking about finance would result in negative judgment regarding their intelligence.

There was also a disparity found in exposure to finances during grade and post-secondary school as fewer women (68 per cent) reported receiving financial education in school compared to men (73 per cent).

According to Intuit, open conversations …