Price
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Business
Fact-Checking the Republican National Convention on Energy Claims
Several speakers focused on the sharp rise in gas and electricity prices under President Biden. We scrutinized their statements.
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Business
Have Potato Chips Reached Peak Price?
PepsiCo reports in its earnings that people are buying fewer salty snacks from its Frito-Lay brands. It’s not the only…
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Business
One Obstacle for Trump’s Promises: This Isn’t the 2016 Economy
Donald J. Trump slapped tariffs on trading partners and cut taxes in his first term. But after inflation’s return, a…
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Business
The Fed’s Preferred Inflation Measure Cools, Welcome News
The economy appears to be downshifting and price gains are moderating, as Federal Reserve officials creep closer to beating inflation.
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News
Even Doctors Like Me Are Falling Into This Medical Bill Trap
Thank goodness for urgent care centers. Last July, my daughter was still limping a week after a bike injury and…
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Business
3.3%
The rate of inflation in May over the previous year.
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Business
Price Pendulum Swings Back to Discounts, Within Limits
The pandemic shopping boom led many retailers to widen profit margins by charging more. Now value is the watchword as…
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Business
Companies Counter Pushback on Price Increases With Promotions
“The consumer was a fat pig — now there’s nothing left, and they need to feed the pig again,” one…
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Business
U.S. Approves Investment Product Tied to Popular Cryptocurrency Ether
The Securities and Exchange Commission gave its blessing to a fund that tracks the price of the most valuable cryptocurrency…
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Real Estate
Houses Up, Condos Down. What’s Selling in the Hamptons These Days?
Prices, sales and available homes have all increased during the year, largely driven by high-end properties. But condo prices are…