International ticket prices, especially, will be high, but not getting locked into dates or destinations can keep costs down. And consider “skiplagging.”
Category: Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates)
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Fed Officials Were Split Over June Rate Pause, Minutes Show
In the Federal Reserve’s last meeting, “several” participants thought rates may have moved high enough to get inflation under control.
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More Americans Say Finances Are Tighter Because of Inflation
A new Federal Reserve survey finds that the strong job market hasn’t been enough to offset the rising cost of living for many families.
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Minnesota Passes Bill Seeking to Ensure Minimum Wage for Gig Workers
Lyft and Uber have opposed the legislation, with Uber threatening to leave the state if it is enacted.
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Inflation Persists and Car Prices Are a Big Reason
Prices of new and used vehicles were supposed to recede quickly as supply chain problems dissipated. The market had other ideas.
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Drug Shortages Near an All-Time High, Leading to Rationing
A worrisome scarcity of cancer drugs has heightened concerns about the troubled generic drug industry. Congress and the White House are seeking ways to address widespread supply problems.
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What Are Restaurant Service Charges For?
These added-on fees confuse diners and even employees, but more owners are relying on them to help make a tough business work.
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Inflation Slowed in April, Marking 10th Month of Moderation
Price increases cooled, capping months of declines. The details held hints of hope.
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Food Prices Were Flat in April, Report Shows
Despite the relief in food price growth, costs are still much higher than they were before the pandemic.
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What New Mortgage Fees Will Mean for Buyers With Good and Bad Credit
Changes to fees applied to federal mortgages have led to a misconception that borrowers with low credit scores will pay less at the expense of borrowers with good credit.