How stretched is the American consumer?

The Economist Jun 21, 2026 Jun 21 ⏱ 1 min read 👁 7 views

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The household savings rate has plunged—but don’t panic This story was reported by The Economist. For more Finance news in Kenya, stay tuned to Masaa.

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