BUSINESSMay 28 · 12:00 UTCNPR NEWSStephan Bisaha

A new report shows how close American households are to the financial edge

A 2024 report reveals nearly half of U.S. households do not earn enough to cover their basic necessities, highlighting widespread financial instability. The findings underscore the precarious economic situation many American families face.

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