Journal of Business and Management Inaba
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Volume 5 Number 1, June 2026

The Integration Of Financial Technology, Financial Literacy, And Self-Control In Shaping Financial Well-Being: A Behavioral Finance Approach Among Millennials

Nisa Septiani (STIE Gema Widya Bangsa)
Dina Yulia Wijaya (STIE Gema Widya Bangsa)
Riani Winarni (Universitas Sains Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 Jun 2026

Abstract

Digital financial platforms are becoming an important part of millennials’ daily financial activities, influencing how they make transactions and manage their finances. Although fintech offers convenience and accessibility, its increasing use is also associated with consumptive behavior and impulsive financial decision-making. This research focuses on understanding how technological, cognitive, and behavioral factors contribute to financial well-being among millennials. A phenomenological qualitative design was utilized to obtain deeper insights into millennials’ financial experiences in the digital era. Data was collected through in-depth interviews with millennials who actively use fintech services such as e-wallets, pay later facilities, and digital investment platforms. Selected participants who met the research criteria were involved in the study, and thematic interpretation was utilized to understand issues connected to financial behavior and financial well-being. The study indicates that fintech utilization simplifies digital financial activities, although excessive use may stimulate impulsive spending when individuals have limited financial understanding and weak behavioral regulation. Financial literacy contributes to improving the quality of financial decision-making, Individuals with stronger self-control tend to be more capable of controlling spontaneous spending behavior. Furthermore, the study demonstrates that financial well-being is formed through the interaction among technological, cognitive, and psychological factors. Millennials who are able to balance fintech utilization with financial understanding and behavioral control tend to exhibit better financial stability and financial well-being. The research offers an integrative perspective regarding financial behavior in digital financial environments. The findings also provide practical implications for improving financial literacy and promoting responsible fintech usage among millennials.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jbmi

Publisher

Subject

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

Description

This journal encompasses original research articles, review articles, and short communications, including: Financial Management, Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Organizational Behavior, Strategic Management, Operations Management, Change Management, Management of Sharia, ...