How Inflation Might Affect Workers, Women, Retirees

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Pay inequality is worst for women in health and education--two sectors where they make up 3 out of 4 workers. John Locher/Associated Press
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Pay inequality is worst for women in health and education--two sectors where they make up 3 out of 4 workers. John Locher/Associated Press

How Inflation Might Affect Workers, Women, Retirees

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Inflation is at its highest level in over a decade, and while the Federal Reserve says the pain is temporary, try telling that to someone who depleted their savings during the pandemic or someone living on a fixed income.

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