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Podcast: American Viewpoints
Episode: The Latest "Gut Punch" Inflation Report
Description: Bankrate.com senior analyst Mark Hamrick responds to the latest CPI (Consumer Price Index) report showing a slight increase in inflation for the month of August. That report surprised many analysts and policymakers.
Hamrick discusses the cause, assesses the current state of the economy, and offers advice on what to consider when making financial decisions for your household.