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This is how close American households are to the financial edge

This is how close American households are to the financial edge
NPR Business Thursday 28 May 2026, 12:00 UTC By Stephan Bisaha 1 min read
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A new report shows that nearly half of U.S. households did not earn enough to cover their necessities in 2024.(Image credit: Brandon Bell)

A new report shows that nearly half of U.S. households did not earn enough to cover their necessities in 2024.

(Image credit: Brandon Bell)

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