Down to Business

Why higher interest rates could be bad for workers

Down to Business

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This week on Down to Business, economist Jim Stanford talks about how higher interest rates could suppress wage growth. He discusses his view on what's happening with inflation and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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