World Savings Day 2025: Small amounts, big dreams – saving for the future!

World Savings Day 2025: Small amounts, big dreams – saving for the future!

Today, October 30, 2025, a day that has a special meaning in many households across Austria, we are celebrating the 100th World Savings Day. This anniversary reminds us not only of the importance of saving, but also of the deeper message behind it: small amounts can make a big difference. Nathanael Peterlini from meinbezirk.at emphasizes that this event is about honoring the first steps towards saving and thereby laying the foundation for a secure future. The memories of your own savings efforts and the fulfilled feeling of realizing your wishes, are the focus of this special day.

The World Savings Day was founded in 1924 and has since established itself as a social institution that promotes economic education. It was originally founded as an educational initiative to give people a sense of financial security after the difficult times of the First World War and hyperinflation in Europe. Today this day is celebrated by 135 savings banks from 27 countries and symbolizes personal responsibility, security and confidence. Despite the many changes over the decades, World Savings Day remains an important day of encounters where the focus is on financial education and sustainable provision.

Changing motives for saving

What is particularly exciting is the observed change in the motives that drive saving. Generation Z now sees financial preparedness as a core value and 85% of them see a high level of responsibility for their financial decisions. It is expected that more money will be saved in the coming year than in 50 years. The focus on security, sustainability and responsibility clearly shows that young people are ready to explore new ways to create wealth.

48% of Generation Z are already investing in securities - a sign of the change from passive saving to active wealth creation. This development is not only a test of economic knowledge, but also a step towards financial self-determination.

A day to celebrate and reflect

World Savings Day is more than just a reminder to save; it is a celebration of financial literacy and a reminder that we are all capable of making big changes by taking small steps. Whether old or young, everyone can benefit from the history and lessons this day brings.

The chaos of the last few years has made many of us aware of the uncertainties in life. This makes it all the more important to think about your own financial future. World Savings Day invites us to think about how we can achieve big goals with small steps and how important it is to realize our wishes and dreams through smart savings.