Thrifting Just Entered the Inflation Equation

Podcast: Broadcast Retirement Network · Jeffrey Snyder

Opublikowano: 2026-09-27

Sarah Van Giezen of the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics offers a fascinating behind-the-scenes look at how inflation is measured. She explains why secondhand apparel and thrifting were added to the Consumer Price Index in early 2025, how data collectors gather prices from stores across the country, and the rigorous multi-step review process that ensures accuracy before each monthly CPI release.