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Boomers' Wealth Helps Keep US Consumer Spending Strong as Younger Americans Face Growing Financial Pressure, Says Economist Ed Yardeni

Oct 13, 2026 · 08:03 AM ET· updated 52m ago
Boomers' Wealth Helps Keep US Consumer Spending Strong as Younger Americans Face Growing Financial Pressure, Says Economist Ed Yardeni

Older Americans’ wealth may sustain spending despite younger households’ financial pressure and shrinking wealth.

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Older Americans have saved up a lot of money and keep spending it. Younger people are struggling more, so watch if overall spending slows down.

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