The PCE price index (that's the Fed's preferred measure of inflation) held steady year-over-year in the latest report. Economists expected it to move up. So, why didn't it budge -- and why aren't we all celebrating? Also in this episode: Seasonal work is hard to find so far this fall, Trump's immigration crackdown weakens construction productivity in South Texas, and Kai explains the long-term implications of rising borrowing costs. Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? <a href="https://www.marketplace.org/newsletters">Subscribe</a> to our daily or weekly newsletter. Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at <a href="https://www.marketplace.org/">marketplace.org</a> — and consider <a href="https://www.marketplace.org/make-a-smart-investment">making an investment</a> in our future. Read the stories in today’s episode: <ul><li><a href="https://www.marketplace.org/story/2026/10/01/pce-inflation-was-lower-than-expected-in-august" class="default">The Fed's preferred inflation measure was lower than expected in August. Is that a good thing?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marketplace.org/story/2026/10/01/growth-probably-wont-get-the-us-out-of-debt" class="default">Can the U.S. just grow its way out of debt?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marketplace.org/story/2026/10/01/immigration-crackdown-adds-delays-costs-to-construction-sector" class="default">Immigration crackdown adds delays, costs to South Texas construction</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marketplace.org/story/2026/10/01/seasonal-hiring-is-muted-so-far-this-year" class="default">More people are looking for seasonal work this year. So far, it's hard to find</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marketplace.org/story/2026/10/01/private-security-guard-demand-is-up-despite-low-pay" class="default">There are more private security guards than police. How much are they paid?</a></li></ul>

Podurama

Home

Trending

Personal

Your Podcasts

New Episodes

My Files

Favourite Episodes

Tags (Folders)

Recently Played

Bookmarks

Followed Playlists

Inflation held steady in August. Yay?

Marketplace

AI Chapters

AI Insights

Reviews