Many of China’s Gen Z-ers are seeking a work-life balance that does not force them to give up on their dreams. Illustration: Brian Wang
Many of China’s Gen Z-ers are seeking a work-life balance that does not force them to give up on their dreams. Illustration: Brian Wang
Gen Z
Economy /  Global Economy

China’s Gen Z OK to wait for wealth with record graduates to fight for jobs, US youth less patient

  • A record high 10.76 million graduates are set to enter the job market in China this year, but the number of openings has fallen amid high unemployment in 16- 24 age group
  • China Generation Z, those born from around 1995 to 2009, are leaning towards a different route than their US counterparts who still crave the American dream

Ralph JenningsHe Huifeng
Ralph Jennings in San Franciscoand He Huifeng in Guangdong

Updated: 10:40am, 26 May, 2022

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Many of China’s Gen Z-ers are seeking a work-life balance that does not force them to give up on their dreams. Illustration: Brian Wang
Many of China’s Gen Z-ers are seeking a work-life balance that does not force them to give up on their dreams. Illustration: Brian Wang
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