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Grocery prices, credit card debt, and your 401K (Two Indicators)

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Financial Struggles in a Post-Pandemic Economy

This chapter explores the financial difficulties consumers are encountering after the pandemic, focusing on the rise in credit card debt and delinquency rates. It highlights the contrast between the initial financial support during the pandemic and the current challenges posed by high inflation and interest rates, especially for younger and low-income households.

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