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Individuals with low incomes are especially vulnerable to rising living costs.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study examines changes in subjective income adequacy among older adults during the 2022\/2023 inflation period and identifies key risk factors for perceived financial deterioration.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Data were obtained from a\u00a0representative telephone survey of 841 adults aged 60+ years in Austria conducted between January and February 2023. Changes in income adequacy were assessed by comparing respondents\u2019 financial situation before and after the onset of high inflation. Hierarchical logistic regression models were applied to identify relevant factors.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Overall, 42% of respondents reported a\u00a0worsening of their financial situation. Individuals with a\u00a0net monthly income below \u20ac\u202f1200 had significantly higher odds of reporting deterioration. Older adults under 65 and those experiencing psychological stress were more likely to perceive financial decline. No significant effects were found for physical health, partnership status, having children, gender, or education.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The findings highlight the heterogeneity within the older population and show that financially and psychologically vulnerable groups are particularly affected. 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