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Paychecks are rising faster than prices for a change — but when will consumers feel the relief?

Paychecks are rising faster than prices for a change — but when will consumers feel the relief?
MarketWatch Wednesday 15 July 2026, 14:29 UTC By Andrew Keshner 1 min read
Key Points

Wage growth in June outpaced inflation, after falling behind during April and May.

Wage growth in June outpaced inflation, after falling behind during April and May. [Image text:] TPASTURES APASTURE HORGANN TRE-RAISED ASTURE RAISED STURE-RAISED RRASEDS RASEDO
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