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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

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