Sun Life Asia Financial Resilience Index: Financial Security Declines as Cost-of-Living Pressure Bites
Sun Life Asia's latest Financial Resilience Index reveals that rising inflation and cost-of-living pressures are significantly straining household budgets across Asia. The report indicates that families are increasingly prioritizing short-term financial survival over long-term security.
Why it matters
This data provides insight into the economic health of Asian households and the broader impact of global inflation on consumer behavior and financial stability.
HONG KONG, June 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sun Life Asia today released its third Financial Resilience Index : Asia navigates rising costs, revealing new insights into the impact of the cost-of-living crisis across the region. As high inflation continues to impact the global economy, this year’s report shows that rising living costs are putting sustained pressure on families, weakening financial resilience and leaving households less prepared for the future. Budgets are significantly strained, with more than eight in ten people surveyed (83%) saying inflation has made it harder to cover their monthly costs.
The report summarizes findings from a corporate index without taking a political stance on economic policy.
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