#consumer-prices

#consumer-prices

"Everybody was front running tariffs. They were basically buying things at a discount to their future cost," said Dryden Pence, chief investment officer of Pence Capital Management.

"By acquiring Kellanova, Mars will add several very popular brands of potato chips and cereals to its already broad and strong product portfolio," said EU competition chief Teresa Ribera.

While many retailers are adjusting their pricing strategies due to tariffs, Costco has opted to buy more US-made items and reroute inventory to mitigate costs.

Strawberry season in the UK has arrived ahead of schedule this year, with growers attributing the early bounty to a combination of warm days, cool nights, and ample sunshine.

The e-commerce giant Temu is ceasing direct shipments from China to the US due to the closure of a trade loophole, resulting in expected higher prices.