Cost of living is top of mind for midterm voters
Summary
This episode examines the rising cost of living in the U.S., noting that 60% of Americans feel their financial prospects are worsening and that consumer sentiment has dropped sharply. It previews the upcoming Consumer Price Index report, which is expected to show inflation above the Federal Reserve’s target, potentially leading to interest rate hikes. The segment also reports from the German-Polish border, where new internal checks within the Schengen Area are slowing commerce and costing taxpayers millions, despite claims of improved security.
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Midterm election focus: Cost of living and voter sentiment
CPI forecast and Federal Reserve interest rate outlook
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Germany's border controls with Poland and economic impact
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