Growing protests in the world’s biggest manufacturing nation add a new element of uncertainty atop the Ukraine war, an energy crisis and inflation.
Category: Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates)
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Why Retailers Are Trying Extra Hard to Woo Holiday Shoppers
The New York Times – Business:With an economic slowdown a distinct possibility, stores hope customers’ willingness to open their wallets will last through the season.
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The Week in Business: Shoppers Open Their Wallets
The New York Times – Business:A shake-up at Disney. Scrutiny of Ticketmaster in the wake of chaos in Taylor Swift concert ticket sales. And coming up: Is hiring slowing?
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A Holiday Season Divided by Inflation and Economic Struggles
The New York Times – Business:Even if policymakers achieve a gentle economic slowdown, it won’t be smooth for everyone.
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Regional Airports Have Lost a Large Number of Flights
The New York Times – Travel:Small-market airports have borne the brunt of schedule cutbacks, with some losing commercial service entirely. That has travelers facing steeper fares, inconvenient routes or long drives to bigger terminals.
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Thanksgiving and Inflation: The Cost of the Holiday This Year
The New York Times – Business:Holiday costs from groceries to travel are up, and consumers have been willing to pay them.
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Are the Federal Reserve’s Rate Increases Working?
The New York Times – Business:The Fed’s campaign to slow the economy is gradually taking hold, but officials have been particularly surprised by the job market’s resilience.
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Inflation in Britain Reaches 11.1 Percent, Led by Energy Costs
The New York Times – Business:Prices in October rose at the fastest rate in more than 40 years, deepening the country’s cost-of-living crisis.
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Farmland Values Hit Record Highs, Pricing Out Farmers
The New York Times – Business:Small farmers are now going up against deep-pocketed investors, including private equity firms and real estate developers.
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Farmland Values Hit Record Highs, Pricing Out Farmers
The New York Times – Business:Small farmers are now going up against deep-pocketed investors, including private equity firms and real estate developers.
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Electric Vehicles Start to Enter the Car Buying Mainstream
The New York Times – Business:While sales are still skewed toward affluent buyers, more people are choosing electric vehicles to save money.