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Here's what today's CPI report says about inflation
The inflation rate last month was slightly lower than forecast by economists, although price increases are still higher than the Fed would like.CBS News - 6d -
Here’s the inflation breakdown for February 2025 — in one chart
The consumer price index rose 2.8% in February from 12 months earlier. Inflation decelerated but economists fear tariffs will stall progress.CNBC - 6d -
Trump's tariff theater could actually help fight inflation
The effect of President Trump's frenetic style of governance — at least when it comes to trade — represents a peculiar twist that few economists would have predicted.The Hill - 15h -
Egg Prices Have Dropped, Though You May Not Have Noticed
Wholesale egg prices are about half what they were last month. Fewer bird flu outbreaks and weakened consumer demand are contributing to the decline, economists say.The New York Times - 13h -
2025 NFL free agency: Bengals re-signing TE Mike Gesicki to three-year deal worth $25.5 million, per report
The Bengals are bringing back the veteran after one year with the teamCBS Sports - Mar. 8 -
Ravens, Ronnie Stanley agree to extension: LT gets new 3-year deal worth $60M, avoids free agency, per report
Stanley was slated to be an unrestricted free agentCBS Sports - Mar. 8 -
Buccaneers re-signing Chris Godwin: Star WR back in Tampa Bay on three-year deal worth up to $72 million
Godwin reportedly took less money to remain with the team who drafted himCBS Sports - Mar. 10 -
Kobe Bryant Was Worth $600 Million When He Died, but He Signed His Most Important Contract (for Zero Dollars) When He Was Just 15
The most important contracts you will ever make? They’re with yourself.Inc. - 3d -
Trump Signs Order to Create a ‘Crypto Reserve’
The first-of-its-kind reserve will be anchored by a stash of Bitcoin the government already owns, estimated to be worth billions of dollars.The New York Times - Mar. 9 -
Source: Texans reunite with veteran DT Rankins
Sheldon Rankins is reuniting with the Texans, who signed the DT to a one-year deal worth $7 million, a source confirmed to ESPN.ESPN - Mar. 10 -
When you should get a home equity loan from a different lender
Should you use a new lender to get your home equity loan? Here's when it may be worth doing.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Seattle Seahawks and QB Sam Darnold agree to three-year, $100M deal, according to reports
The Seattle Seahawks and QB Sam Darnold have agreed to a three-year deal worth $100.5 million, according to multiple reports.NBC News - Mar. 10 -
Gold investing pros and cons to know as the price rises
Gold's price is on the rise. Is it still worth it to invest in the precious metal? Here are the pros and cons.CBS News - Mar. 10 -
Is your money stuck in a CD account?
Depositing money into a CD could be a financial sacrifice worth making in today's high rate climate. Here's why.CBS News - Mar. 11 -
Busy Giants add Holland to defense, sources say
The Giants agreed with safety Jevon Holland on a three-year deal worth $45 million, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Mar. 11 -
Why a gold investment makes sense (even with inflation dropping)
Inflation dropped in February, according to a new report. Here's why a gold investment could be worth it anyway.CBS News - 6d -
Lawrence joins Seahawks after long run in Dallas
DeMarcus Lawrence has agreed to a three-year deal worth a maximum of $42 million, including $18 million guaranteed, with the Seahawks.ESPN - 6d -
NBC to broadcast Olympics in the U.S. through 2036
Comcast NBCUniversal signs deal with IOC for U.S. broadcast rights worth $3 billion.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Source: RB Hunt returns to Chiefs on 1-year deal
Running back Kareem Hunt is returning to the Chiefs on a one-year contract worth up to $2.5 million.ESPN - 4d -
USPS worker stole $1.6M in checks from mail, funded lavish lifestyle at 'gentlemen's clubs'
A Washington, D.C., postal worker was found guilty last week of stealing more than $1.6 million worth of U.S.NBC News - 1d -
Fantasy Basketball Waiver Wire: Zaccharie Risacher flourishes in Charlotte
Risacher, Max Strus and Kyle Filipowski are worth a look if they're on your league's waiver wire.Yahoo Sports - 25m -
Inflation rises by 2.8% in February, slightly below expectations
The new consumer price index shows inflation cooled in February, coming in at a lower rate than economists expected. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has a look at the numbers.CBS News - 6d -
More say Zelensky was not disrespectful to Trump in Oval Office: Survey
More Americans than not say Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky wasn’t disrespectful to President Trump during their contentious Oval Office meeting late last month, according to a poll. The ...The Hill - 6d -
Wholesale prices flat in February PPI report; Trump threatens 200% tariffs on alcohol from EU
The Producer Price Index was flat in February, showing a yearly increase of 3.2%, below economist expectations. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has more on the report and President ...CBS News - 5d -
Nearly half of Americans say economy worsening: Poll
Nearly half of Americans said the economy is worsening, according to a Thursday The Economist/YouGov poll. Forty-eight percent of respondents said they believe the economy is getting worse, while ...The Hill - 5d -
Recession fears are mounting — Powell’s stances on these 4 issues could dictate America’s economic path in months ahead
The Federal Reserve will hold its benchmark interest rate steady at its meeting this week, economists say, as it remains in a “wait-and-see” mode until the effects of President Donald Trump’s ...MarketWatch - 1d -
Chelsea agree to sign Manchester United target Geovany Quenda from Sporting
Deal for 17-year-old winger worth about £42m Chelsea also want Dario Essugo from Sporting Chelsea have flown under the radar to agree a shock deal worth about €50m (£42.1m) for the Sporting ...The Guardian - 4d -
Labour ministers yet to hold talks over Abramovich funds
Funds worth £2.5bn - meant to help Ukrainians - remain frozen in a UK bank account over a row about how to use them.BBC News - Mar. 8 -
Sources: Bengals keeping Gesicki on 3-year deal
The Bengals are re-signing tight end Mike Gesicki to a three-year deal worth $25.5 million, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.ESPN - Mar. 8 -
Sources: Seahawks DT Reed back on 3-year deal
Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Jarran Reed is returning to the team on a three-year deal worth up to $25 million, sources told ESPN.ESPN - Mar. 9 -
OpenAI to pay CoreWeave $11.9 billion over five years for AI data centers, services
Ahead of CoreWeave's upcoming IPO, the provider of data centers for AI has signed a five-year deal with OpenAI worth almost $12 billion.CNBC - Mar. 10 -
Warriors' defensive ace GP2 beats Trail Blazers with buckets
For Gary Payton II, the Golden State Warriors' win Monday is a box score worth savoring. Maybe even framing it to hang on a wall.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 10 -
Saints reportedly signing former No. 2 draft pick Chase Young to $51M deal
Per NFL Network, New Orleans is re-signing Young to a three-year contract worth $51 million that could escalate to $57 million.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11 -
Best Sheets for Every Bed and Budget, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Is linen worth the splurge? Should you buy bamboo or silk sheets? We tested dozens of sheets to find our favorites, and we break it all down.Wired - Mar. 11 -
Roche shares pop 5% on $5.3 billion obesity drug deal with Zealand Pharma
Swiss pharmaceutical giant Roche said Wednesday that it had struck a deal worth up to $5.3 billion to develop Zealand Pharma's obesity drug candidate.CNBC - 6d -
Sources: Ravens adding Hopkins on 1-year deal
DeAndre Hopkins has reached a one-year, $5 million deal that could be worth as much as $6 million with the Ravens, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.ESPN - 6d -
Why you should open a $5,000 long-term CD now that inflation's falling again
Inflation fell in February for the first time since September. Here's why a $5,000 long-term CD could be worth opening now.CBS News - 6d -
We 'must act': Europe retaliates against Trump's 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports
The European Union said it would impose counter-tariffs on 26 billion euros ($28.33 billion) worth of U.S. goods starting in April in response to the duties.CNBC - 6d -
'Pokémon Go' sells to Saudi-backed Scopely in $3.5-billion deal
Scopely, a mobile game company, will purchase 'Pokémon Go' and other games from developer Niantic in a deal worth $3.5 billion, the companies announced Wednesday.Los Angeles Times - 6d -
WR Williams returning to Chargers on 1-year deal
Mike Williams and the Chargers agreed to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million, a source told ESPN's Kris Rhim, confirming a Fox Sports report.ESPN - 5d
