OCC Hails 2026 Update to U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy — 2026-10-05

WASHINGTON–The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today hailed the 2026 update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy, underscoring the agency’s commitment to helping Americans develop practical skills to make sound financial decisions, build greater financial security, and pursue economic opportunity. “When Americans understand how our financial system works, they are better equipped to save for the future, protect themselves from fraud, and fully participate in the greatest economy in the world,” said Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan V. Gould. 2026 Update to the U.S. National Strategy for Financial Literacy The Financial Literacy Strategy outlines FLEC’s goals for advancing financial literacy and education across the United States and identifies priority areas and actions to help Americans build the knowledge and skills to make informed financial decisions, achieve their financial goals, and enhance their financial well-being.