The U. S. is seeing a big jump in bankruptcies, showing that many people and businesses are having a tough time with money. Over the last year, there were 542, 529 bankruptcies, which is 11. 5% more than the year before. This includes both personal and business bankruptcies.

Some states are hit harder than others. Rhode Island saw the biggest increase, with bankruptcies up by 27. 6%. Florida and Minnesota also saw big jumps, with increases of 23. 5% and 21% respectively. Other states in the top 10 include Vermont, Texas, Idaho, Maine, Colorado, Iowa, and California. Only three states—South Dakota, Alaska, and Delaware—saw a decrease in bankruptcies.

Business bankruptcies are also on the rise, increasing by 4. 5%. Personal bankruptcies saw an even bigger jump, rising by 11. 8%. This trend is worrying, as it shows that many people and businesses are struggling to keep up with their debts.

Experts say that rising costs and inflation are making it harder for people to make ends meet. High prices and increased debt are pushing more people to consider bankruptcy. Legal inquiries about bankruptcy and foreclosures are also at high levels, showing that many people are in serious financial trouble.

The next set of data on bankruptcies will be released in late October. This will give us a better idea of how the situation is evolving. It's clear that many Americans are facing financial challenges, and this trend is likely to continue in the coming months.

STATE BY STATE ANALYSIS

Financial Struggles Across America: Bankruptcies on the Rise

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