So Money with Farnoosh Torabi · Friday, September 18, 2026
A recent analysis by the Financial Health Network indicates that the percentage of households considered financially vulnerable has increased to 17% from 15% a year ago. This vulnerability is defined by struggles in paying bills, saving, managing debt, and future planning.
“An analysis from the financial health network found that the share of households considered financially vulnerable rose to 17% from 15% a year ago. Financially vulnerable in this context means households struggling with things like paying their bills, saving, managing their debt, and planning for future needs.”