Households lack cushion against gasoline price shock
The sharp fall in the saving rate to 4.0% in February predates the Iran war and may signal what lies ahead as households absorb much higher fuel bills. This limited cushion suggests households will struggle to sustain elevated energy prices for long, without cutting back on non-energy spending.
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