Financial infidelity affects over half of stable couples

A study published in the Journal of Financial Therapy reveals that 53% of stable couples have lied to or hidden financial information from their partners. This phenomenon, termed ‘financial infidelity,’ involves the deliberate concealment of income, assets, or debts.

Experts from the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC) suggest that while the behavior is economic in nature, it is often driven by emotional factors such as a desire for autonomy, fear of judgment, shame regarding previous debts, or power dynamics. The rise of digital wallets and electronic investment platforms in the post-pandemic era has increased the prevalence and ease of such concealment.

To mitigate these risks, specialists recommend establishing common budgets, maintaining open dialogue about finances, and planning investments together to prevent the erosion of trust within relationships.