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Why Americans Feel The Toll Of High Inflation Beyond Gas Pumps & Grocery Stores

Why Americans Feel The Toll Of High Inflation Beyond Gas Pumps & Grocery Stores

FromConsider This from NPR


Why Americans Feel The Toll Of High Inflation Beyond Gas Pumps & Grocery Stores

FromConsider This from NPR

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Length:
9 minutes
Released:
May 26, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

This is a fragile moment for the U.S. economy. Many people are feeling the steep rise of the cost of gas and groceries, and some are having to decide whether to buy food or fill up their tanks. Food banks and local non-profits are seeing more people than ever. And experts worry that the Federal Reserve's efforts to combat inflation by raising interest rates could tip the economy into recession.NPR's Scott Horsley covers the big-picture economy, Chris Arnold covers housing and Brittany Cronin covers energy. They explain what sectors are feeling the most impact and how it's playing out for different people.In participating regions, you'll also hear a local news segment to help you make sense of what's going on in your community.Email us at considerthis@npr.org.
Released:
May 26, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

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Every weekday afternoon, the hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you in 15 minutes. In participating regions, you'll also hear from local journalists about what's happening in your community.