Inflation Cools, But Debt Troubles Persist for Lower-Income Americans

Despite the Federal Reserve holding interest rates steady and inflation showing signs of cooling, debt-burdened Americans, particularly those with lower incomes, find no relief. Prices remain 3% higher than a year ago, and the Fed only projects one rate cut this year, down from an earlier expectation of three. As a result, many maxed-out credit card borrowers are struggling with delinquency, exacerbating financial pressures for lower-income households.