The majority of Americans regardless of income level are worried about the affordability of everyday living items and are planning to change their financial habits this year to alleviate stress and feel more in control of their financial security.

This is according to a new survey by financial services organization Equitable. Eighty percent of the 1,000 American consumers surveyed indicated they are worried about the cost of everyday items, and half said they plan to change their habits as a result.


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