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The consumer spending sweet spot

The consumer spending sweet spot

Update: 2024-10-30
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Consumer spending has been strong since the post-pandemic-crash economy got back on its feet, and it continues to prop up GDP. But too much spending, as well as too little, could mess with the Federal Reserve’s goals of stable prices and maximum employment. Also in this episode: WNBA players want a contract to match their popularity and brand power, wage growth stays ahead of inflation and farmers are having a down year.

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The consumer spending sweet spot

The consumer spending sweet spot

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