When Paychecks Lag Behind Prices
Economic Insecurity And The 2026 Cost Of Living Squeeze
From the series: Economy, Conflict, AI, Climate, Democracy: Five Worries Shaping 2026
Picture a household in early 2026.
Groceries cost more than they did a few years ago. Rent or the mortgage payment is higher. Insurance premiums have gone up. Child care, transport, student loans, and medical bills all press against the same paycheck.
Official reports say…
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