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Consumer confidence plunged in February amid rising economic concerns
Sharp drop in closely watched consumer sentiment gauge marks the biggest monthly decline in confidence in more than four years.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
Trump administration lawyers deny plans to dismantle consumer watchdog
The Trump administration denied allegations Monday that it aims to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). Government lawyers said in a new court filing that the consumer ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
US stocks fall as consumer confidence sinks most in four years
Oil prices drop while government bonds climb on worries Donald Trump’s tariffs will hit economyFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
To Identify Suspect in Idaho Killings, F.B.I. Used Restricted Consumer DNA Data
New records show that the F.B.I. identified Bryan Kohberger as a potential murder suspect after tapping consumer databases that were supposed to be off limits.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
Americans are worried about the economy, Consumer Confidence Index finds
Americans are more worried now about the economy, according to a new report. The Consumer Confidence Index fell more than seven points this month, the largest monthly decline in nearly four years. ...CBS News - Feb. 26 -
Trump plan to freeze funding stymies Biden-era energy rebates for consumers
Some states have paused their Home Energy Rebate programs, created by the Inflation Reduction Act, amid a federal funding freeze.CNBC - Feb. 26 -
‘I told him to stop’: the elite restaurant culture that consumed me
To enter a four-star dining room like Jean-Georges is to enter a world of perfection. But in dark corners hidden from guests is its cruel and seedy underbelly. I was working at Jean-Georges, the ...The Guardian - Feb. 27 -
Small Businesses Aren’t the Target of This Week’s Consumer Boycott, but They’re Not Off the Hook
The February 28 ‘economic blackout’ signals growing frustration with the economy.Inc. - 6d -
Why Consumers Are Cutting Back on Shopping and Embracing ‘No Buy 2025’
Marketers followed consumers to social media and their phones. “Low Buy 2025” influencers are sharing tips for how to resist them.The New York Times - 6d -
Why this spot-on consumer-confidence measure should concern stock-market bulls
What current consumer-sentiment readings really mean for stocks.MarketWatch - 5d -
How U.S. tariffs on Mexico, Canada could impact American consumers
The United States will charge import fees, up to 25%, on goods from Mexico and Canada starting Tuesday. It will also place an additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports. CBS News MoneyWatch ...CBS News - 3d -
What tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China could mean for consumers
President Trump's plan to impose 25% tariffs on nearly all goods imported from Canada and Mexico is set to take effect Tuesday. The president also plans to impose an additional 10% tariff on ...CBS News - 2d -
Global vineyard values tumble as consumers put down the bottle
Winemakers are battling shifting tastes as oversupply dents pricesFinancial Times - 1d -
Breaking down possible ripple effects of Trump tariffs on consumers
A brewing trade war is bound to have a ripple effect beyond just the stock market. Kelly O'Grady explains.CBS News - 1d -
Foot Locker’s sales recovery continues, but consumer pressures hurt outlook
Foot Locker’s stock was tripped up by downbeat full-year outlook, which offset continued sales improvements.MarketWatch - 1d -
Campbell’s joins list of consumer companies baffled over specific tariff impacts
Campbell’s said it’s currently too difficult to estimate how tariffs will affect prices and sales.MarketWatch - 1d -
Why is Trump's tariff pause for automakers important for consumers, economy?
The White House announced that President Trump would delay tariffs on cars from Mexico and Canada for 30 days. CBS News' Olivia Rinaldi and Caitlin Huey-Burns have the latest on Trump's tariffs.CBS News - 19h -
Is Price Gouging Part of Rising Egg Prices? Officials Want to Know
Consumer advocates, Democratic legislators and an FTC official call for an investigation into why the average price for a dozen eggs is now $4.95, squeezing restaurants and household shoppers.Inc. - 5d -
Will the price of gold hit $3,000 this March?
The price of gold is teetering near the $3,000 mark. Here's how it could break that record this March.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
How is the price of gold determined by sellers?
The spot price of gold isn't necessarily the same amount you'll pay as an investor. Other factors play a role, too.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
Tell ‘price walkers’ to take a hike
We know how this works: you sign up for a deal at a low teaser rate — when it’s time to renew, you’re on a contract with a much higher priceFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
Why are coffee prices soaring in the U.S.?
Consumers still coping with high food costs face scalding hot coffee prices, with retail costs up 75% in recent years.CBS News - 6d -
What's behind the jump in coffee prices
Coffee bean prices have jumped nearly 20% since the beginning of the year after severe drought and flooding over past two years in Brazil and Vietnam have crippled bean production. Kelly O'Grady ...CBS News - 5d -
Cobalt prices lean into their ‘blue period’
DR Congo’s three-month suspension on exports is unlikely to reverse the pounding the commodity has takenFinancial Times - 4d -
Farms and Bakeries Hit by Egg Shortages and Price Hikes
Bare shelves in supermarkets and wholesalers, combined with double-digit price jumps, are pushing many food businesses to raise prices or change recipes.Inc. - Feb. 19 -
Price wins Premier League night three in Dublin
Gerwyn Price wins his first Premier League night since 2023 with victory over Nathan Aspinall in Dublin.BBC News - Feb. 20 -
Eurozone activity stagnates as price pressures prove sticky
Inflation in dominant services sector ‘definitely’ not under control, survey data shows, adding to pressure on ECBFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
Why the Price of Gold Keeps Going Up
The precious metal, considered a haven asset, is usually sought out by investors during times of turmoil.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Oil prices end lower, erasing weekly gains
“A number of decisions are pending … that could drive the oil price in one direction or the other,” one analyst noted.MarketWatch - Feb. 21 -
Coffee Prices Are Soaring, but Growers Aren’t Celebrating
Climate change is behind the windfall gains, and growers are worried about whether they can adapt.The New York Times - Feb. 22 -
What's the gold price outlook for the rest of 2025?
Experts say there are indicators that gold's strong performance will continue, though fluctuations are possible.CBS News - Feb. 24 -
Can I fix my energy prices?
Gas and electricity bills will rise again on 1 April, when the latest energy price cap takes effect.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
Bitcoin drops to lowest price in 3 months
Bitcoin has dropped to its lowest price in three months as the Trump administration embraces cryptocurrency. CBS MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady reports.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
What to do before gold's price hits $3,000
Gold's price is set to break the $3,000 point for the first time. Here's what investors should do before then.CBS News - Feb. 25 -
The US risks a heavy price for cutbacks in research spending
Science funding cuts may hit long-term growth and reduce US appeal to foreign investors and talentFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
Come on down to the 10,000th episode of 'The Price Is Right'
The game show hosted by Drew Carey celebrated a landmark episode, taped earlier this month and airing Wednesday, that featured superfans and big wins: 'The contestants are the stars of the show.'Los Angeles Times - Feb. 26 -
Agriculture secretary outlines plan to lower egg prices
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Brooke Rollins outlined a “five pronged strategy” to lower the cost of eggs in a Wednesday Wall Street Journal op-ed citing the avian flu as an ...The Hill - Feb. 26 -
Is Bird Flu the Only Reason Egg Prices Are Soaring?
The nation’s biggest egg producer has seen rising revenues and profits. Now some Democrats are calling for an investigation into pricing practices in the industry.The New York Times - Feb. 26 -
Egg Prices Could Jump Another 41% This Year
USDA is also spending more to battle avian flu, which caused 166 million chickens to be culled to prevent disease spread.Inc. - Feb. 26 -
Crypto Prices Fade as Trump Euphoria Dissipates
Bitcoin, the biggest cryptocurrency, is back to pre-Trump levels.Inc. - 4d