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American households struggle as inflation continues - new survey

As inflation remains at the highest level in more than 40 years, millions of Americans are facing financial hardship due to rising consumer prices.

As inflation remains at the highest level in more than 40 years, millions of Americans are facing financial hardship due to rising consumer prices. Image: Unsplash/ Frederick Warren

Felix Richter
Data Journalist, Statista
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40% of Americans with household income above $90,000 now say they're facing financial hardship due to inflation. Image: Statista
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