Perhaps by necessity, perhaps by desire, but most likely by both, An increasing percentage of Americans say they more enjoy saving than spending. The recession and financial crisis have resulted in a significant change in the way many Americans feel about spending and saving. Six in 10 Americans (62%) now say they more enjoy saving than spending — while 35% say the reverse. This reflects a shift that began in December 2008 and a marked change from the first half of the decade, when Americans …

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Consumer Preference for Saving vs. Spending Jumps in 2009; Major War Coming Between Union "Haves" and Non-Union "Have-Nots"