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Inflation is outpacing wage growth again, squeezing Americans’ paychecks

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: CNBC World

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In August, consumer prices rose 3.4% over the past year while wages increased just 3.1%.

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  • In August, consumer prices rose 3.4% over the past year while wages increased just 3.1%.
  • Reported by CNBC World and published Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:49:15 UTC.

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