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Americans Are Grumpy About Prices. Why Are They Still Spending?

October 15, 2026 · 18 min

Americans are more upset than ever about the economy as inflation continues to rise. But even so, consumers keep spending. WSJ’s Jeanne Whalen explains why U.S. shoppers are so unstoppable. Ryan Knutson hosts.

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