Jurnal Ekonomi Islam
Vol. 17 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Ekonomi Islam Fakultas Agama Islam UHAMKA

THE IMPACT OF SHARIA FINTECH ON FINANCIAL LITERACY AND INCLUSION AMONG GENERATION Z IN INDONESIA: A TAM-BASED ANALYSIS

Silmy Nurvianty Juliana (Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang, Indonesia)
Siti Ridha Farida (Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang, Indonesia)
Yulistyne Kusumaningrum (Universitas Padjadjaran, Sumedang, Indonesia.)
An Bao Minh Phan (University of Economic Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 May 2026

Abstract

Research aims: This study aims to analyze the impact of Sharia fintech on financial literacy and financial inclusion among Generation Z in Indonesia, using the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as the underlying theoretical framework. Design/Methodology/Approach: This study adopts a quantitative explanatory approach. The population comprises Generation Z residing in West Java Province. Data were collected using purposive sampling techniques. A linear regression analysis was conducted using STATA version 17. Research findings: The results indicate that Sharia fintech has a positive and significant effect on both financial literacy and financial inclusion among Generation Z in Indonesia. These findings suggest that increased utilization of Sharia fintech contributes to improving financial understanding as well as access to financial services. Theoretical Contribution/Originality: This study provides empirical evidence that Sharia fintech makes a tangible and significant contribution to improving Generation Z’s ability to understand and manage personal finances. Moreover, Sharia fintech plays a positive role in facilitating access to financial products and services. Practitioners/Policy Implications: The findings in this study provide implications for Sharia fintech service providers to enhance their efforts in innovating, particularly by offering educational features integrated with Sharia values. Research Limitations/Implications: This research is still limited to the population scope in West Java province, thus requiring further studies to obtain more representative results with a broader geographical scope.

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Journal Info

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jei

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Subject

Religion Humanities Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance Social Sciences

Description

Focus and Scope of Journal of Muhammadiyah University Prof. Dr. Hamka: Ekonomi Islam The focus and scope of the journal include: 1. To develop the emerging paradigm of Islamic economics on scientific lines through publishing original works in this field that pass its peer review process. 2. To ...