Nov 22, 2022

The prospect of a railroad strike rolls a little closer

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We have the latest on the growing potential for a strike, as another union votes against a contract deal. Plus, we talk with an expert on how a dimmer economic outlook has led to people holding back on spending big.

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Economic Pulse

Economic malaise tightens some consumers' pocketbooks

by David Brancaccio and Jarrett Dang

Nov 22, 2022

People feeling the effects of a slowing economy may consider cutting spending, says Washington Post columnist Michelle Singletary.

Consumers experiencing economic difficulties may cut back on expenses like dining out, says Washington Post personal finance columnist Michelle Singletary.

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