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Wage Growth May Not Rescue Paycheck-to-Paycheck Economy

Wage Growth May Not Rescue Paycheck-to-Paycheck Economy
Wage Growth May Not Rescue Paycheck-to-Paycheck Economy
April 05, 2024  |  Consumer Insights

Wages are increasing.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Stubborn Inflation Weighs on Consumer Attitudes and Spending
Stubborn Inflation Weighs on Consumer Attitudes and Spending
March 15, 2024  |  Economy

Call it status quo — and maybe a sense of ennui? Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Shelter and Clothing Get More Expensive With Inflation Stubbornly Entrenched 
Shelter and Clothing Get More Expensive With Inflation Stubbornly Entrenched 
March 12, 2024  |  Economy

We may have to wait a bit longer for rate cuts. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Inflation’s Still With Us as Food and Shelter Were Pricier in January 
Inflation’s Still With Us as Food and Shelter Were Pricier in January 
February 13, 2024  |  Economy

The latest data from the government on consumer prices indicates a bit of weary truth: Inflation’s settled in, seemingly for the long haul. Get the Full...

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Producer Price Index of Wholesale Prices Drops for Third Month, Indicating Easing Inflation
Producer Price Index of Wholesale Prices Drops for Third Month, Indicating Easing Inflation
January 12, 2024  |  Economy

The Producer Price Index (PPI) declined for a third consecutive month in December.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Number of Job Openings Remained Steady in November
Number of Job Openings Remained Steady in November
January 03, 2024  |  Economy

The number of job openings in the United States was little changed in November, while the number of hires and total job separations decreased. Get...

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Consumers Face ‘Funflation’ as Live Event Prices Surge
Consumers Face ‘Funflation’ as Live Event Prices Surge
October 17, 2023  |  Economy

For many Americans, having fun has apparently become a source of financial stress. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Food Services Employment Returns to Pre-Pandemic Level With 61,000 Gain
Food Services Employment Returns to Pre-Pandemic Level With 61,000 Gain
October 06, 2023  |  Economy

The number of people employed in food services and drinking places is back to where it was in the pre-pandemic month of February 2020. Get...

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