Buoys, dog muzzles, capes, national flags and “base metal statuettes” from Canada are now more expensive for U.S. shoppers.
Category: Prices (Fares, Fees and Rates)
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What Canadian Goods Will Take Trump’s 50% Tariffs? Some Pretty Strange Items.
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U.S. Economy Could Feel the Sting From Trade War With Canada
The New York Times – Business:A tit-for-tat trade fight between the two allies could create new headaches for consumers and businesses already stung by high prices.
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Trump Widens Beef Imports in Bid to Lower Prices
The New York Times – Business:Cattle ranchers have trimmed their herds in response to drought and low margins, helping push up the cost of another American staple food.
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Stocks and Bonds Steady at the End of a Tumultuous Week
The New York Times – Business:Fears about the war in Iran, government deficits, the economy and corporate borrowing stirred global markets.
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Why Cruise Line Are Hiking Certain Fees
The New York Times – Travel:Some major lines are increasing gratuities and deposit requirements, and charging more for certain packages. It’s all adding up.
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Walmart Posts Slowest Sales Growth in Years as Americans Tighten Wallets
The New York Times – Business:Walmart and other big U.S. retailers have warned that consumers were being cautious, even if personal balance sheets seemed healthy.
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Oil Prices Jump After Trump’s Latest Iran Threat
The New York Times – Business:Bond markets remained volatile, as investors assessed the geopolitical turmoil.
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Why Your Next Long-Haul Layover May Be in Seoul, Not Dubai
The New York Times – Travel:The Iran war has slashed transit traffic at Middle Eastern airports, creating opportunities for hubs in Asia and beyond — at least for now.
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How to Find the Best Deals Over Labor Day and Beyond
The New York Times – Travel:Last-minute budget strategies rest on one key principle: flexibility.
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How the Iran War Made Africa’s Richest Man Even Richer
The New York Times – Business:Africans have turned to one of their own for fuel as the world’s supplies run low. But they are not the only ones with the continent’s richest man on speed dial.
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How Wall St. Profits When Personal Injury Lawsuits Pay Out
The New York Times – Business:Personal injury cases have exploded, in number and magnitude, funded by companies betting on a win — and offering investors a piece of the action.