Most Americans Have Enough to Get by but Lack Any Financial Cushion for Major Purchases or Expenses

A large percentage of Americans have enough to get by but lack the financial resources to make a major purchase or handle an unexpected major expense. 69 percent of respondents to a recent Gallop Survey said they have enough money to buy the things they need but only 47 percent of respondents said they have enough to be able to make a major purchase or incur an unexpected expense.