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The Fed's inflation gauge isn't realistic, critics sayQuicklink Submitted By Amanda Lang 2 comments
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| Many economists say the core rate does not show how inflation is affecting the typical consumer. Because salary raises for most people are not keeping pace with the rising cost of living, people are using a greater percentage of their wages to buy a smaller amount of goods. |
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