Revenge Saving: Why People Are Prioritizing Emergency Funds Over Spending

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In recent years, a powerful new trend has begun to reshape how people think about money: revenge saving. After the era of “revenge spending” — where people splurged to make up for lost experiences during the pandemic — many are now redirecting their energy into aggressive saving. Rather than buying more, they’re building emergency funds, creating financial guardrails, and prioritizing long-term stability over instant gratification.