# Americans report cutting corners as inflation continues to bite

A growing number of Americans say they are trimming spending and finding shortcuts as persistent inflation strains household budgets. The trend suggests consumers are adjusting daily habits, which could weigh on broader economic activity.

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### Business
- [Washington Post Biz](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2026/08/12/some-americans-say-theyre-starting-cut-corners-inflation-persists/) — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:10:34 +0000