Charting the field: A bibliometric analysis of determinants influencing financial literacy among youth

This study investigates the bibliometric aspects of the literature on young financial literacy, using data meticulously extracted from the SCOPUS database. By focusing on this emerging area, the research utilizes sophisticated bibliometric analyses such as citation network analysis, keyword analysis, cocitation analysis to pinpoint major themes and examine pairs of works that are frequently cited together, revealing the interrelated nature of research in the field of youth financial literacy. Utilizing VOS Viewer and R software for an exhaustive evaluation, the study showed an enormous increase in publications with regard to youth financial literacy in 2022, alluding to a surge in research activity and an increasing awareness of its significance in the social and academic fields. Another intriguing finding is the prominence of the Journal of Financial Counseling and Planning, which has evolved into an influential journal in this field due to its high citation rate, demonstrating its substantial impact on the financial literacy discourse and policy. Furthermore, this field has greatly beneifited from the contribution of author De Witte, K. who is considered significant contributor. Mandell L considered as the key figure, has had an enormous impact on this field due to his high citation count. The most frequently cocited author is Lusardi A. The research further accentuates the significant contributions provided by the USA and Malaysia, fretting their vital roles in strengthening the body of knowledge on youth financial literacy and exhibiting the interest and variety of configuartions that this discipline is globally studied. Overall, this research offers an holistic view of the bibliometric dynamics concerning youth financial literacy, outlining the significant contributions of prominent journals, authors and the geographical research trends.