TransUnion says 55% of US consumers stay optimistic on finances despite affordability pressures

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  • TransUnion Q2 2026 Consumer Pulse showed 55% of U.S. adults optimistic on household finances over 12 months, unchanged year-on-year.
  • Financial pessimism fell to 23% from 27%, easing from Q2 2025’s record high.
  • Inflation remained the top concern at 83% of respondents; recession fears followed at 51%.
  • Credit demand softened, with 28% planning to apply for or refinance credit versus 33% a year earlier.
  • Gen X reported the sharpest affordability strain; 63% said finances were on plan or better versus 74% for Gen Z.


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