They are, unfortunately. Since 2003 crisis. The younger generations are not able to sustain themselves and they have to rely on their parents.

https://www.euronews.com/next/2021/03/10/the-race-to-stop-europes-young-and-jobless-from-becoming-a-lost-generation

Over the last 5-6 years, more comfortable, older segments have become affected by the growing inequality.