Egg Prices Are High They Will Likely Go Higher

US stocks slide as strong data sends Treasury yields higher

Investors bet Fed likely to lower interest rates just once this year after better than expected jobs and services figures

Financial Times - Jan. 7

Paul Atkins, Tapped to Lead SEC, Likely to Go Easier on Wall Street Enforcement Actions

Trump’s pick, a former top official at the Securities Exchange Commission now likely to hold its top job, has a track record of resisting penalties for compnaies and individuals.

Inc. - Jan. 7

Dassault Aviation Logs Higher Deliveries of Rafale Fighter Jets

Dassault Aviation delivered more Rafale fighter jets to customers last year than in 2023 as geopolitical tensions remain elevated..

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 7

Trump: ‘Interest rates are far too high’

President-elect Trump on Tuesday declared interest rates are too high even as he decried still-elevated inflation, setting up renewed tensions with the central bank chair who resisted pressure cut ...

The Hill - Jan. 7

3 gold price scenarios that could occur in 2025

Gold prices could rise, stay stable or drop in the new year — depending on key factors. Here's what to consider.

CBS News - Jan. 7

Controversial Trump picks like Sebastian Gorka likely to bypass Senate scrutiny

Sebastian Gorka failed security screenings during Trump's first term, but could return as White House counterterrorism chief.

CBS News - Jan. 7

With high heels and fur coats, Kaitlin Olson taps into 'High Potential'

The ABC procedural, which returns for the second half of its season Tuesday, has been a fun challenge for Kaitlin Olson, who stars in and produces the series.

Los Angeles Times - Jan. 7

UK house prices dipped in December, says Halifax

Decline is first for nine months although prices still 3.3% above last year

Financial Times - Jan. 7

How Nato will hold European capitals to higher defence spending promises

Also in this newsletter: The countries breaking EU law by ignoring green deadlines

Financial Times - Jan. 7

Nvidia’s stock rallies as AI chip trade reloads for fresh run higher

Nvidia Corp.’s stock continued its rally Monday, embodying the red-hot momentum in the artificial-intelligence chip trade so far this year.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Palantir has this rare distinction as Morgan Stanley says stock price is too high

Morgan Stanley assigned a new analyst to cover hot artificial intelligence stock Palantir Technologies, and the Wall Street firm joined the ranks forecasting worse times ahead for the stock.

MarketWatch - Jan. 7

Controversial congestion pricing plan takes effect in NYC

Driving just got more expensive for many New York City commuters as congestion pricing was put to its first rush hour test. Supporters argue the plan cuts down on gridlock and greenhouse gas ...

CBS News - Jan. 6

Stocks appear ‘rate sensitive once again’ as bond yields press higher

Rising interest rates in the bond market seems to be weighing on stocks, as investors wait for an upcoming U.S. jobs report and for Wall Street banks to kick off corporate earnings season.

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

Uber’s beaten-down stock is now riding higher, and these two factors explain why

Uber will buy back stock in an accelerated deal, while Wedbush has added it to its “Best Ideas List.”

MarketWatch - Jan. 6

How Congestion Pricing Will Affect Small Businesses

New York City’s controversial new toll could hurt small businesses by making deliveries more expensive—or help them by reducing traffic jams.

Inc. - Jan. 6

Congestion pricing begins in New York City

New York City's first-in-the-nation congestion pricing plan has gone into effect. CBS News reporter Elijah Westbrook has more.

CBS News - Jan. 6

Texas warning of "maneater" screwworms that lay eggs in flesh

Just one fly can lay up to 300 eggs at a time and is drawn "to the odor of a wound or natural opening on a live, warm-blooded animal."

CBS News - Jan. 6

Firms to raise prices due to tax and wage increases

Consumers could face higher costs in the coming months amid falling confidence among UK businesses.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Millions to See Higher Social Security Payments from Biden Bill

This bill will affect 3 million people’s Social Security benefits.

Inc. - Jan. 5

Edwards nets career-high 53 in loss to Pistons

The Pistons overcame Anthony Edwards' career-high 53 points to beat the Timberwolves on Saturday night.

ESPN - Jan. 5

How to maximize your 401(k) plan in 2025 with higher limits, bigger catch-up contributions

If you're eager to save more for retirement, you could be overlooking ways to maximize your 401(k) plan, including key changes for 2025. Here's what to know.

CNBC - Jan. 5

Congestion pricing is a New York idea.

A Columbia University economist, William Vickrey, proposed charging varying tolls for roads and subways in the 1950s.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Congestion Pricing Shows the Future of the Democratic Party

A model for how to deliver for voters without getting stuck in a traffic jam — political or otherwise.

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Congestion pricing in NYC starts after years of turmoil

The countdown to congestion pricing in New York City is over. Drivers now must pay a toll to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street.

CBS News - Jan. 5

N.Y.C. Congestion Pricing Begins on Sunday

After twists and turns, a contentious plan meant to reduce traffic and pay for transit improvements is scheduled to take effect at midnight Sunday.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

US homebuilder shares slide on fears of higher rates and Trump tariffs

Threat of rising costs brings post-pandemic rally to a halt

Financial Times - Jan. 4

Experts say high food prices are here to stay. Here's why

Some experts say there's really nothing the government can do about high food prices.

CNBC - Jan. 4

Stocks will struggle under Trump if this rate keeps going higher

U.S. debt concerns and higher Treasury yields may be stumbling blocks for stocks in 2025.

MarketWatch - Jan. 4

Why Coffee Prices Are Soaring (Again)

Wholesale coffee prices are trading near a 50-year high because of shortages related to extreme weather and increased global demand.

The New York Times - Jan. 4

Treasury yields end higher after ISM’s stronger-than-expected manufacturing data

Yields on U.S. government debt finished slightly higher on Friday after a manufacturing-related reading showed signs of improvement for the struggling sector.

MarketWatch - Jan. 3

Pokemon Go Community Day Ticket Prices Increased For January Event

Each month, Pokemon Go players take part in the mobile game's Community Day: A recurring monthly event in which one Pokemon takes center stage and becomes available to catch in its Shiny form. ...

GameSpot - Jan. 3

Oil prices end higher to kick off 2025, boosted by a stronger demand outlook

Oil futures began 2025 on a positive note, boosted by expectations for stronger demand.

MarketWatch - Jan. 2

5 New Year’s resolutions for higher education

Just over half of Americans believe higher education has a positive effect on the country, and majorities of both parties think higher education is unaffordable and headed in the wrong direction.

The Hill - Jan. 2

2025: The Year Commercial Space Reaches Even Higher?

Space is open for business, and with a entrepreneur astronaut tapped to lead NASA, the promise of startups and small private space companies may be a hallmark of 2025. And, of course, giant rockets.

Inc. - Jan. 2

House prices rose by 4.7% in 2024, says Nationwide

Housing market activity remained "remarkably resilient" despite affordability challenges, the lender says.

BBC News - Jan. 2

Energy prices rise with warnings of more pain to come

The new year starts with a 1% increase in domestic gas and electricity prices under Ofgem's price cap.

BBC News - Jan. 1

Egg Prices Are High They Will Likely Go Higher

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