06/17/2026
Hey fam - something that may surprise you....
According to the latest Personal Prosperity Index, 73% of Americans say they feel prosperous today.
At first glance, that number might seem surprising given how much attention inflation, housing costs and economic uncertainty have received over the past few years.
But what's happening in the economy and what's happening in someone's personal financial life aren't always the same story.
Financial progress can look very different from one person to the next. It might be paying down debt, building savings, reaching a long-term goal or simply feeling more prepared than you did a year ago.
With our clients we focus on he big picture and making incremental steps toward personal goals. We help clients remove the noise of the environment from their personal planning -- which tends to bring more peace of mind.
Progress isn't always reflected in a headline. Sometimes it's easier to see when you stop and look at how far you've come.
Prosperity Index:
https://news.northwesternmutual.com/personal-prosperity-index
