Central bankers and economists gathered this week and, amid concerns about persistent inflation, wondered about all the things they still don’t know.
Category: Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates)
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Eurozone Inflation Slows, but Underlying Price Pressures Persist
The annual rate of inflation fell to 5.5 percent in June, compared with 6.1 percent the month before. But “core” inflation edged higher.
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Eurozone Inflation Slows, but Underlying Price Pressures Persist
The annual rate of inflation fell to 5.5 percent in June, compared with 6.1 percent the month before. But “core” inflation edged higher.
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Costco Is Cracking Down on Membership Sharing
The wholesale retailer announced on Wednesday that it will require identification at all registers, including self-checkout lanes, eliminating a popular shopping secret.
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What Is Happening in the Housing Market?
Home construction surged in May and prices have ticked up, even with interest rates at a 15-year high. The resilience has surprised some economists.
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Fed Chair Sees ‘Long Way to Go’ on Inflation Fight
Jerome H. Powell, the chair of the Federal Reserve, is set to tell House lawmakers that most central bank officials expect rates to rise further.
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Inflation Has Eased, but Economists Are Still Worried
Inflation has come down from its 2022 heights, but economists are worried about its stubbornness.
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Inflation Has Eased, but Economists Are Still Worried
Inflation has come down from its 2022 heights, but economists are worried about its stubbornness.
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Overdraft Fees Are Dwindling, Study Finds
But the share of people paying the fees remains unchanged, and they’re often among the most financial vulnerable.
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Live Nation and Other Ticket Giants Promise Transparency on Fees
Live Nation and SeatGeek said they would show customers the full cost of concerts, after the White House’s complaints that “junk fees” for tickets and hotel stays can mislead consumers.
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Watch Out for ‘Junk’ Fees When Booking Travel Online
Hotels and airlines struggling to recoup their losses from the pandemic have been including more hidden charges. Don’t fall for them.