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Sezzle’s MoneyIQ Reaches One Million Lessons in Its First Year
The in-app gamified financial literacy program gains traction as users look to Sezzle as an all-in-one platform for shopping, rewards, and financial
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[{"type":"text","content":"The in-app gamified financial literacy program gains traction as users look to Sezzle as an all-in-one platform for shopping, rewards, and financial education.\nMinneapolis, MN, Dec. 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sezzle Inc. (NASDAQ:SEZL) (Sezzle or Company) // - Sezzle, the leading purpose-driven Buy Now, Pay Later platform, today announced a major milestone for MoneyIQ, its in-app financial literacy program: more than one million lessons completed by over 200,000 users in less than a year. The milestone underscores Sezzle’s commitment to prioritizing users’ long-term financial well-being alongside flexible payments at checkout. By embedding financial education directly into the Sezzle app, and incentivizing users for their learning with Sezzle Spend, the Company is evolving BNPL into a platform designed to support users across their full financial journey. “At Sezzle, we believe access alone isn’t enough. We want to supply our users with the knowledge and confidence to make informed financial decisions as their needs evolve,” said Charlie Youakim, Co-Founder and CEO of Sezzle. Meeting a Growing Need for Financial Confidence As access to financial products expands, financial literacy has struggled to keep pace. According to a recent FICO survey, 28% of Gen Z adults report lacking financial literacy, the highest percentage of any generation. That gap shows up in confidence levels, too. In a November 2024 survey conducted ahead of MoneyIQ’s launch, Sezzle found that only 37% of respondents felt confident and in control of their finances, which inspired the creation of the feature. MoneyIQ is fully integrated into the Sezzle app, allowing users to learn where they already manage payments, track spending, and earn rewards. The program features bite-sized lessons that make financial education approachable and actionable. Powered by Zogo, the leader in financial wellness programming, MoneyIQ was customized specifically for Sezzle users. The curriculum, developed under the National Standards for Personal Finance Education, focuses on practical, day-to-day financial skills. To date, the most commonly completed lessons include: Opening a bank account Saving money Repaying debt Building a budget Improving credit “These are foundational skills that play a critical role in financial stability, yet they’re often under-taught,” said Youakim. ...