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Postgres 18: OLD and NEW Rows in the RETURNING Clause

· Crunchy Data · Sept. 25, 2025, 9:09 p.m.

Postgres 18 postgresql Database Management Tech Updates software development

Summary

Postgres 18 introduces a significant enhancement allowing developers to access both old and new data within the RETURNING clause when executing an UPDATE statement, streamlining data management in applications.

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