A comparison on financial literacy between welfare recipients and non-welfare recipients in Brunei

Ak Md Hasnol Alwee Pg Md Salleh

International Journal of Social Economics, 2015, vol. 42, issue 7, 598-613

Abstract: Purpose - – The purpose of this paper is to provide insights onto the level of financial literacy in Brunei, notably focussing on the findings of welfare recipient’svis-à-visnon-welfare recipients. Design/methodology/approach - – Findings are based on structured interviews with 431 heads of households (215 welfare recipients and 216 non-welfare recipients), within the realm of money management, emergency planning and investing for goals. To analyze the data, Pearson’sχ2 test and logistic regressions are undertaken. Findings - – The findings underline the importance of enhancing the level of financial literacy, notably for low-income households and those in poverty, as the analysis highlighted their level of financial literacy was significantly lower than non-welfare recipients. Research limitations/implications - – Future researches may want to consider a random sampling approach and/or using other districts in the country, to ascertain a representative set of findings. Practical implications - – The implication of the findzings highlights the need for welfare programs to consider incorporating financial literacy programs, designed specifically for welfare recipients, distinct from non-welfare recipients. Originality/value - – There is currently no known research on financial literacy related to Brunei. Further, the paper also focusses on financial literacy, as a means to assist those in welfare or poverty, in order to enhance their financial well-being.

Keywords: Welfare policy; Poverty; Well-being; Brunei; Financial literacy; Welfare recipient (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2015
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DOI: 10.1108/IJSE-09-2013-0210

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