South Carolina’s economic metrics tell a confusing story
Despite some positive economic metrics, many residents are still suffering. Experts point to a loss of purchasing power.
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Tag: inflation
College students struggle with aftereffects of inflation
The peak of inflation has passed, but it left prices high for college students struggling with the cost of living.
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Nikki Haley talks Israel, Palestine while filing for SC presidential primary
But did Haley’s event at the Statehouse violate state laws for using the facility because it was a campaign event?
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As inflation soars and personal debt rises, experts warn against predatory loan practices
Experts warn against the use of payday loans and credit cards with inflation and personal debt on the rise.
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Economy places increased burden on horse owners and rescues
The costs of caring for a horse have increased dramatically since the pandemic. Those high prices have caused rescue groups to see an increased amount of owner surrenders.
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Food banks still see high levels of hunger with COVID subsiding
South Carolina food banks and pantries are having to adjust to the recent nationwide changes in SNAP benefits.
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Columbia businesses get creative to combat inflation
As inflation continues, Columbia businesses find creative ways to make a profit.
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Biden to deliver State of the Union address at critical moment in Ukraine, economy
President Joe Biden is set to deliver his first State of the Union address Tuesday night amid the backdrop of war in Ukraine, a pandemic in decline and high inflation.
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U.S. inflation hit a three-decade high in October, cost of vehicles, energy increases
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said the consumer-price index, a standardized measure of the average cost of consumer goods and services, increased in October by 6.2% compared to last year. This was the largest 12-month increase since November 1990.
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