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How inflation is affecting consumer spending

How inflation is affecting consumer spending
NPR Business Thursday 13 August 2026, 08:42 UTC By Leila Fadel 1 min read
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NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Investopedia's Editor-in-Chief Caleb Silver about the impact of inflation on consumer spending.

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with Investopedia's Editor-in-Chief Caleb Silver about the impact of inflation on consumer spending.

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