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Why Your Raise Feels Invisible in 2026
In this episode, Lucas and Luna examine the disconnect between rising headline wages and stagnant purchasing power. Using July 2026 data showing core CPI at 336.8 and average hourly earnings at 37.60, they explore why median weekly earnings of 1,204 dollars aren't translating into tangible financial relief for the middle class. The conversation drills into the specific mechanics of service-sector inflation versus goods deflation, explaining why your paycheck looks bigger on paper but buys less at the grocery store or for home services.
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