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Wages rising faster than inflation

For the first time since early 2021, the U.S. Labor Department says wages are rising at a faster rate than inflation. Compared with early 2021, wages are up about 4% while the Consumer Price Index has increased by about 3%. Amara Omeokwe, economics reporter at The Wall Street Journal, has more.
Jul 19, 2023 (04:19)
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