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Financial Security Trends

Rising prices are taking a toll on workers, who are struggling to cover expenses, leading to changes in spending habits.

Women Business Owners

A quarter of women entrepreneurs who we surveyed say they always wanted to start a business followed by a fifth who say they did it to follow their passion.

Food Insecurity and SNAP Benefits

Food security and SNAP program knowledge, attitudes, and experiences of older adults with income below 225% FPL.

Inflation Worries

Older adults are concerned about the impact of inflation on Social Security retirement benefits.

Unemployment Among Older Workers

Unemployed older adults encounter age discrimination during their job search, regardless of how long they're been unemployed.

Workplace Wellness

Workers returning to the workplace are prioritizing their overall well-being.

Low-Income Americans

Despite multiple financial challenges, low-income adults are resilient and happy with their lives.

Workers Concerned Over Rising Prices

​Rising prices are taking a toll on workers, making it difficult to cover expenses, manage debt, and save for the future.

Age Discrimination in the Workplace

Age discrimination is still a serious problem for workers age 50-plus, especially during the pandemic, according to new trend data.

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