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As the last lights of Hari Raya Aidilfitri twinkle out and kitchens cool from the festive rush, many Malaysians are left facing a sobering reality: emptying wallets and depleted savings. Photo: Edited via Canva

Savings can serve as a financial buffer to help families cope with unexpected shocks such as higher prices or income disruptions. - Photo illustrated via Canva

Photo for illustration purposes only. - CANVA

Photo for illustration purposes only.

Bound by moral obligation, children often have little choice but to tighten their own belts to preserve their parents’ dignity and ensure the family’s survival. - Photo illustrated by Sinar Daily

Under the new legislative framework, only registered and licensed agencies are permitted to operate.

A drone image by the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) captured thousands of pilgrims from around the world gathered at Jabal al-Rahmah during the wukuf in Arafah. - BERNAMA FILE PIX

The arrival of a baby can bring about major life changes for a mother, who may face emotional stress and physical exhaustion while caring for an infant, potentially triggering depressive symptoms. - 123RF photo

This chemical rush is why many feel happier or more in charge after buying something, even when it may not be financially wise. But the emotional relief is short-lived and today the forces driving impulse buying are stronger than ever. -Photo: Canva

Datuk Mas Ermieyati Samsudin