 TITLE: Experian Survey: How Is the Pandemic Affecting Personal Finances? CONTENT: Majority of Respondents Canceled Large Purchases Due to Pandemic\n----------------------------------------------------------------\nIn addition to reductions in everyday spending, some consumers boosted their savings by canceling large purchases as a result of COVID-19. More than half of those surveyed—54%—said they had canceled a large purchase, such as travel or home renovations, as a result of the pandemic.\nOf those who scrapped a large purchase, 49% said they used the money they saved for essential purchases. Another 31% said they were able to put the money into savings, and 19% said they spent the cash on non-essential purchases. END