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Streaming price hikes outpace inflation, cable rate jumps
Summary by Inflation News Editorial Desk · As published by IMDb
· September 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Details on the exact rates and services affected are not provided here, but can be found through IMDb's reporting on the topic. Streaming services have increased their prices at a rate that exceeds inflation.
Streaming services have increased their prices at a rate that exceeds inflation. This trend is also seen in cable rates, which have jumped significantly.
Further information on this development is available from IMDb, which reports on the price hikes.
Details on the exact rates and services affected are not provided here, but can be found through IMDb's reporting on the topic.
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Published: September 8, 2026 ·
Source: IMDb ·
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