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Americans' disposable incomes show signs of strength and stability

by Henry Epp
Sep 27, 2024
After-tax incomes have gained 3% or more throughout 2024. With inflation easing, many of us are doing better in managing the cost of living.
Americans' after-tax incomes are outpacing inflation as measured by the PCE.
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With prices falling and incomes rising, consumers get a break in time for Christmas

by Samantha Fields
Dec 22, 2023
The PCE report for November shows that prices fell slightly and disposable personal income rose, along with the savings rate.
Consumers have been sullen about the economy despite the improvement in inflation, but that might be changing.
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