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Inflation in the Pacific Region-March 2026

In the first quarter of 2026, consumer prices in the Pacific region continued to rise but remained below the national average, with a 12-month increase of 3.1 percent compared to 3.3 percent nationally. Ene

April 10, 2026 Serra Kirsch Mark McMullen

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