How middle-income adults would pay an unexpected $ expense Savings, cash, or equivalent  65%  Borrow or sell something  Not able to pay  27%  6%  Note: Tabulations for middle-income adults only, defined as those with family income from $ to $ Percents may not sum to 100 due to rounding and question nonresponse.
This has created a credibility gap as far as euro area fiscal policies are concerned. Conclusions To conclude, it is therefore essential that consolidation targets are reflected as soon as possible in specific, detailed tax and spending plans. Credible and detailed fiscal adjustment plans should reassure investors, creating a more favourable, long-term financing environment.