Public Media from Michigan State University
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Economist on inflation report, what's driving prices higher

Season 2026 Episode 210 | 4m 57s

With the midterm elections just three weeks away, a new inflation report shows prices rising faster than expected, putting more pressure on Americans struggling with the cost of everyday essentials. To discuss what the latest numbers mean for Americans, Amna Nawaz spoke with Heather Long, vice president and chief economist at Navy Federal Credit Union.

Major corporate funding for the PBS News Hour is provided by BDO, BNSF, Consumer Cellular, American Cruise Lines, and Raymond James. Funding for the PBS NewsHour Weekend is provided by Consumer Cellular and Cunard Cruise Line. For a complete list of funders for the PBS NewsHour and PBS NewsHour weekend, click here.
Extras
October 14, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
FRATEFraternity culture under scrutiny in wake of Cornell allegationsRNITIES ON CAMPUS
How immigration policies shaped America and evolved throughout its history
Democratic and GOP strategists on how Trump's unpopularity is shaping the midterms
How Starlink disruptions affected Ukraine’s battlefield operations
Attorney for banned outlets on legal fight over White House press access
News Wrap: Iran says cargo ship sank after hitting a mine in Strait of Hormuz
White House press secretary's debut brings news of Guilfoyle's exit
October 13, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
What we know about Pope Leo's lung cancer and prognosis