An energy shock stemming from the fighting has added a layer of complexity to the Federal Reserve’s decision-making around interest rates.
Category: Consumer Behavior
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Six Flags Was a Summer Destination. Can It Win Families Back?
The New York Times – Business:There has never been more competition in the leisure industry, as Disney and niche parks appeal to young families and high-income visitors.
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Allbirds, Once Silicon Valley’s Favorite Shoe, Sells for $39 Million
The New York Times – Business:Despite once being valued at $4 billion, the company that made sneakers from Merino wool struggled to capture a wide customer base and turn a profit.
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He Was Supposed to Break Up Kraft and Heinz. He Changed His Mind.
The New York Times – Business:Steve Cahillane, a food industry veteran, is trying to revive the company behind Kool-Aid, Oscar Mayer and many other brands.
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Resurgent Inflation Tests Faith in Fed’s Willingness to Tame It
The New York Times – Business:The war in the Middle East risks worsening an inflation problem that the Federal Reserve has struggled for years to subdue.
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The U.S. Economy Is Insulated From High Oil Prices. Americans Aren’t.
The New York Times – Business:The overall economy has proved resilient in recent years, even as many households have struggled. The war with Iran is following the same pattern.
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For Trump, a Promised Economic Boom Collides With the Costs of War
The New York Times – Business:President Trump had envisioned a growing economy and improving fortunes for American families in 2026. That appears at risk in his war with Iran.
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America Depends Less on Oil Than Ever
The New York Times – Business:Gasoline still drives household budgets, but energy efficiency and renewables have reduced the economy’s overall reliance on petroleum.
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How the Iran War Could Hit Americans’ Wallets
The New York Times – Business:Gas prices are rising, with the cost of food likely to follow. If the conflict drags on, the fallout for consumers could worsen, experts warned.
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Trump Directs Iran War Keeping Markets Top of Mind
The New York Times – Business:President Trump again demonstrated his desire to keep the stock markets aloft when he suggested U.S. attacks on Iran could end soon.
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How the Iran War Could Hit Americans’ Wallets
The New York Times – Business:Gas prices are rising, with the cost of food likely to follow. If the conflict drags on, the fallout for consumers could worsen, experts warned.