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Surging economy gets off to a good start in the fourth quarter — but there’s one big problem

Managing Editor · Friday, October 23, 2026 at 2:23 PM · 1 min read

Surging economy gets off to a good start in the fourth quarter — but there’s one big problem — MarketWatch, Boston Business news — Image: MarketWatch

Warning signs are emerging that consumers will be hit with rising prices.

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