Journal of Islamic Economy
Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): NOVEMBER-JOIE

The Influence of Islamic Financial Literacy on The Investment Decisions of Millennials: A Behavioral Finance Approach

Nurchayati Nurchayati (FEB Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Semarang)



Article Info

Publish Date
25 Nov 2025

Abstract

The rapid growth of Indonesia’s digital economy and the expansion of Islamic financial services have created new investment opportunities for Muslim millennials. However, low levels of Islamic financial literacy remain a challenge that may affect investment quality and Sharia compliance. This study examines the influence of Islamic financial literacy on the investment decisions of Indonesian millennials. Using a quantitative survey approach, data were collected through purposive sampling involving Muslim millennials aged 25–40 years who have invested or have interest in Sharia-based instruments. A structured questionnaire measured Islamic financial literacy knowledge, understanding of contracts, and Sharia attitudes including investment decision variables, including risk assessment, instrument selection, and investment orientation. Multiple linear regression analysis revealed that Islamic financial literacy has a significant and positive effect on investment decisions. Respondents with higher literacy demonstrated greater prudence, preferred halal instruments such as sukuk and Islamic mutual funds, and avoided speculative assets. These findings highlight the importance of strengthening Islamic financial education, integrating digital Sharia learning, and improving financial platform transparency to support sustainable Sharia investment behavior among millennials

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Journal Info

Abbrev

JOIE

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Subject

Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

The journal publishes original articles on current issues and trends occurring internationally in Public Philosophy of Islamic Economics, Islamic Economic Thought, Islamic Economics and Contemporary Issues, Contemporary issues in Islamic Financial Institutions, Islamic Management Islamic Accounting, ...