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Why Your Paycheck Feels Stuck in 2026
Inflation data from August shows the Consumer Price Index climbing to 334.1, while average hourly earnings only rose to 37.8. Lucas and Luna break down the widening gap between price growth and wage gains, exploring why recent raises aren't restoring purchasing power. They examine how core services inflation is driving this squeeze and what it means for household budgets heading into the fall.
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