cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/17601144

Even as inflation continues to cool into the second half of 2024, many Americans say they’re still struggling to make ends meet.

Roughly one-third of U.S. workers say they’re living paycheck to paycheck and have nearly no money for savings after paying their monthly bills, according to a survey from personal finance website Bankrate.

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      2 months ago

      The economy is doing great. Stock prices are up. Corporate profits are through the roof. Housing investments are more valuable than ever…

      What do you mean you’re “not a shareholder”?

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        2 months ago

        It’s a good time to be a member of the Owner Class!

        For the rest, it’s probably the worst time since the days of the Robber Barons…