More than half of US consumers now routinely end the month short of funds

According to reports from Credit One Bank, more than 57% of U.S. consumers now routinely end the month short of funds. This financial strain is primarily driven by the increasing costs of essential expenses, specifically housing and groceries. The data indicates that a majority of the population struggles to cover their basic monthly needs, reflecting a widespread trend of financial instability among consumers across the United States as the cost of living continues to rise.