Two-thirds of Americans now have a dim view of tipping, survey shows
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Whether you're dining at a Michelin-starred restaurant or using a self-serve kiosk, most commercial transactions today conclude with an invitation to tip. But while the opportunity is ever-present, Americans are tipping less this year due to inflation and general economic unease, a new Bankrate survey found.
Adults are tipping less for a range of services where it's common to offer a gratuity. Hairstylists and barbers are seeing the greatest drop — a 13% decline in tips compared with 2022, according to the personal finance site, which surveyed people on their own tipping habits. Servers at sit-down restaurants and food delivery workers are also seeing significant reductions, with their tips down 8% and 7%, respectively.
"We've hit an inflection point where people are getting annoyed about how much things cost, combined with a growing proliferation of businesses asking for tips," Ted Rossman, senior industry analyst with Bankrate, told CBS MoneyWatch. "I think a lot of people are saying enough is enough."
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