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The Indicator from Planet Money · April 24, 2026 · 9m

The Devil Wears Prada Index, SNAP, and flight cancellations

This Indicators of the Week episode covers three numbers in the news. First, a dramatic drop in SNAP benefits after a policy change. Second, rising fuel costs leading to flight cancellations. Third, the 'Devil Wears Prada Index' shows wages growing slightly faster than a basket of luxury goods. The team unpacks what these numbers reveal about the economy.

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Editorial

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SNAP benefits drop dramatically
The episode highlights a dramatic decrease in SNAP (food assistance) benefits.
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Fuel costs ground flights
Rising jet fuel costs are causing airlines to cancel flights.
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The Devil Wears Prada Index
Wages are increasing slightly faster than a small basket of luxury goods.
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