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Tax refunds, uncertainty, and the state of financial stress in 2025

Apr 15, 2025
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Tax season is hitting consumers differently in 2025. Americans are facing a volatile mix of economic anxiety, refund delays, and shrinking confidence. Tariffs are shaking markets, the IRS is cutting staff, and household budgets are stretched thinner than ever. In this exclusive infographic, we reveal the mindsets and money moves shaping this high-stakes tax season.

In this exclusive infographic, we explore:

  • Tariffs & Turmoil: How economic instability is reshaping financial confidence
  • Refunds Reimagined: The top ways Americans are using (or not using) their refunds
  • Shift in Spending: How investment and savings behavior is evolving under pressure

Get the insights and lead with empathy this tax season.

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