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'Potato cartel' mashed competition to raise french fry prices, lawsuits say

Leading producers allegedly conspired to fix prices of frozen potato products, significantly increasing costs for consumers since 2021.
#tariffs

Higher wine prices on the horizon? Wine retailers brace for tariffs

Proposed tariffs on wine and spirits by President-elect Trump could lead to increased prices for consumers and impact small businesses.

Both Trump and Biden reject the old consensus on tariffs

Tariffs are now embraced as key economic tools by U.S. presidents, impacting consumers and economies.

Bay Area business owners worry about impact of proposed Trump tariffs

Rising tariffs poses significant risks to businesses relying on imports, potentially leading to higher costs for consumers and challenges for owners.

Trump's promised tariffs on China could damage board game and TTRPG publishers

High international taxes could increase the cost of tabletop games for consumers and adversely affect game designers' livelihoods.

Console makers seek to avoid 25% price bump driven by Trump's trade war

The Trump administration's proposed tariffs could severely impact the video game industry, prompting major console makers to seek exemptions to protect consumers and jobs.

These Are the Countries With the Highest Tariff Rates in the World

Tariffs are self-defeating policies that ultimately harm consumers and economic growth.
Despite intentions, tariffs usually backfire by reducing demand and hurting domestic industries.

Higher wine prices on the horizon? Wine retailers brace for tariffs

Proposed tariffs on wine and spirits by President-elect Trump could lead to increased prices for consumers and impact small businesses.

Both Trump and Biden reject the old consensus on tariffs

Tariffs are now embraced as key economic tools by U.S. presidents, impacting consumers and economies.

Bay Area business owners worry about impact of proposed Trump tariffs

Rising tariffs poses significant risks to businesses relying on imports, potentially leading to higher costs for consumers and challenges for owners.

Trump's promised tariffs on China could damage board game and TTRPG publishers

High international taxes could increase the cost of tabletop games for consumers and adversely affect game designers' livelihoods.

Console makers seek to avoid 25% price bump driven by Trump's trade war

The Trump administration's proposed tariffs could severely impact the video game industry, prompting major console makers to seek exemptions to protect consumers and jobs.

These Are the Countries With the Highest Tariff Rates in the World

Tariffs are self-defeating policies that ultimately harm consumers and economic growth.
Despite intentions, tariffs usually backfire by reducing demand and hurting domestic industries.
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Sainsbury's boss: Budget costs to businesses will lead to higher inflation

Sainsbury's warns of higher food prices due to unexpected tax changes and increased national insurance contributions.
#economic-policy

Interest Rate Cuts Now Could Help Workers. But That's Not Who the Fed Serves.

The Federal Reserve shows reluctance to lower interest rates despite negative impacts on consumers, prioritizing the needs of the wealthy.

A Rate Cut, Another Lebanon Attack, & How We Really Work From Home

The U.S. Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the first time in four years to combat rising unemployment and lower inflation.

Labour 'fudges' their first Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour's first budget in 14 years raises taxes significantly, risking economic growth and harming consumers amidst rising living costs.

Interest Rate Cuts Now Could Help Workers. But That's Not Who the Fed Serves.

The Federal Reserve shows reluctance to lower interest rates despite negative impacts on consumers, prioritizing the needs of the wealthy.

A Rate Cut, Another Lebanon Attack, & How We Really Work From Home

The U.S. Federal Reserve has cut interest rates for the first time in four years to combat rising unemployment and lower inflation.

Labour 'fudges' their first Budget - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour's first budget in 14 years raises taxes significantly, risking economic growth and harming consumers amidst rising living costs.
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#antitrust

How breaking up Google could lower your online shopping bill

The DOJ's antitrust suit against Google aims to address its alleged monopoly in ad tech, benefiting both advertisers, publishers, and potentially consumers.

A Google Breakup Would Frustrate Users by Creating Disruptions

The DOJ's consideration to break up Google poses risks and rewards for consumers, impacting service accessibility and competition in the tech landscape.

How breaking up Google could lower your online shopping bill

The DOJ's antitrust suit against Google aims to address its alleged monopoly in ad tech, benefiting both advertisers, publishers, and potentially consumers.

A Google Breakup Would Frustrate Users by Creating Disruptions

The DOJ's consideration to break up Google poses risks and rewards for consumers, impacting service accessibility and competition in the tech landscape.
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Column: The Newsom administration's confounding actions on gas prices

The Newsom administration is conflicted about regulating gas prices, proposing measures that may both raise and lower costs.
Legislative actions intended to stabilize prices may conceal further increases aligned with regulatory board actions.

Will High Inflation Be Back Next Year?

Inflation could be significantly affected next year by oil prices and a potential longshoremen's strike.

Enel X Way JuiceBox Charger Customers Are Cut Off And Left In The Dark

Enel X Way North America shuts down, leaving JuiceBox charger owners without software support and key functionalities.

Dockworkers strike is set to begin at midnight

U.S. dockworkers are set to strike, threatening major disruptions in supply chains and increasing prices for consumers.

Justice Dept. sues Visa for stifling credit and debit card competition

Visa is facing an antitrust lawsuit for monopolistic practices in the debit card market.

Digital Labels are coming to retailers. That's a loss for consumers

Digital shelf tags by retailers may increase prices' volatility, affecting customer trust and shopping experience.
#corporate-practices

The Guardian view on striking vets: standing up for all creatures great and small | Editorial

The corporate takeover of veterinary practices is exacerbating worker exploitation and driving up costs for consumers, sparking significant industrial action and investigations.

The rise of shrinkflation: consumer trust shrinks in tandem with products

Shrinkflation reduces product size while maintaining price
Middle-class Americans struggle with rising prices and shrinking product sizes

The Guardian view on striking vets: standing up for all creatures great and small | Editorial

The corporate takeover of veterinary practices is exacerbating worker exploitation and driving up costs for consumers, sparking significant industrial action and investigations.

The rise of shrinkflation: consumer trust shrinks in tandem with products

Shrinkflation reduces product size while maintaining price
Middle-class Americans struggle with rising prices and shrinking product sizes
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A New Setback in Hollywood's Cable Crisis

The launch of Venu by ESPN, Fox, and Warner Bros. Discovery is delayed due to a legal injunction, impacting sports streaming.
#swipe-fees

Op-ed | Credit Card Competition Act would put Brooklyn ahead of Wall Street * Brooklyn Paper

Swipe fees are a significant burden on small merchants, leading to increased prices for consumers.

Op-ed: Credit card reform will help small businesses and consumers - San Jose Spotlight

The Credit Card Competition Act aims to benefit small businesses and consumers by addressing excessive swipe fees charged by Visa and Mastercard.

Op-ed | Credit Card Competition Act would put Brooklyn ahead of Wall Street * Brooklyn Paper

Swipe fees are a significant burden on small merchants, leading to increased prices for consumers.

Op-ed: Credit card reform will help small businesses and consumers - San Jose Spotlight

The Credit Card Competition Act aims to benefit small businesses and consumers by addressing excessive swipe fees charged by Visa and Mastercard.
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Bidding war over a two-year-old minivan? Used car market goes 'bananas' over lack of supply

Used-car prices skyrocket due to chip shortage impacting new car production.

NYC congestion pricing will take a toll on Chinatown businesses, critics argue

The $15 congestion toll in Manhattan can significantly impact Chinatown's economy, hurting post-COVID recovery efforts.

Kroger-Albertsons mega-merger would cause grocery price hikes, FTC says, in suit to block deal

The FTC sued to block Kroger's acquisition of Albertsons, citing reduced competition, higher prices, and harm to workers.
Kroger and Albertsons express intentions to defend the merger, stating it will benefit consumers with lower prices and more choices.

Why Car Prices Are Finally Falling

Dealerships facing surplus of inventory leading to significant price cuts on cars due to pandemic-related factors.
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