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Archive Home > 2009 > April > 14 > Cutting costs: Some see burden, but a few find an opportunity

Cutting costs: Some see burden, but a few find an opportunity

But while the joyfully frugal save, economists worry about the effects

By Matt Richtel / The Bulletin
April 14, 2009

SAN FRANCISCO — Millions of Americans have trimmed expenses because they have had their jobs or hours cut, or fear they will. But a subset of savers are reducing costs not just with purpose, but with relish. These are the gleefully frugal.

“I’m enjoying....

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