Paycheck to Paycheck: Majority of U.S. Consumers, Even High Earners, Struggle with Financial Stability

About 60% of U.S. consumers across all income levels reported living paycheck to paycheck in August.
45% of high-income consumers making over $100k per year reported living paycheck to paycheck.
Nearly 20% of those living paycheck to paycheck have issues paying bills.
Almost half of consumers say their financial stability changes by season.
Over 1/3 of consumers experience financial distress in December due to holiday spending.

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