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Compared with the CPI, which only includes urban consumers, the PCE also measures rural households and spending done on behalf of consumers, including employer-provided health insurance, Medicare and Medicaid.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026

Did you discuss the strategy and tax impact with him ahead of time and/or did you give him carte blanche to make these kinds of decisions on your behalf?

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

Once an airport expresses interest in the SPP, the most airport management can do is hope TSA does its job in selecting a competent contractor on the airport’s behalf.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Mullin — on behalf of several immigrant rights groups, the three immigrants picked up at a bus stop, including Villegas, and two U.S. citizens, one of whom was held despite showing agents his identification.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Then the white stagecoach driver put in a good word on their behalf and the sheriff begrudgingly let them continue on their way.

From "A Few Red Drops: The Chicago Race Riot of 1919" by Claire Hartfield