The inflation rate might go down, but prices might not




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Summary: <p>We’ll get an update on the consumer price index from the government tomorrow. Even if the inflation rate has slowed from its recent 40-year high, don’t expect prices to go down anytime soon. We’ll get you caught up with the economic fundamentals on today’s show. Plus: the trouble with tax holidays, management issues amid peak TV and why wildland firefighters haven’t seen a cent of their raise from last year.</p> <p>Your donation powers the journalism you rely on. <i><a href="https://support.marketplace.org/mkp-sn" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Give today to support Marketplace.</a></i></p>