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Blame these 3 industries for holding back U.S. wage growth

Economic Activity 11/10/2017

If you’re seeking a culprit behind sluggish U.S. wage growth amid a 16-year low in unemployment, look at three sectors in particular: manufacturing, wholesale...

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