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FTC sues to block $25B Kroger-Albertsons deal, cites fears of grocery price hikes

The Federal Trade Commission and eight states announced Monday that they are suing to block supermarket chain Kroger’s $24.6 billion deal to buy smaller rival Albertsons, a deal that could cost millions of people more. They argued that it would push up food prices for Americans. The deal would create a grocery empire with more […]

Oil prices up $1 over shipping disruption fears

Check out what’s being clicked on FoxBusiness.com Crude oil prices rose more than $1 by midday Monday as European diesel demand was affected. russia sanctions Analysts said transportation disruptions pushed prices higher as a planned overhaul of U.S. refinery output capped the market and created volatility. Brent crude oil futures rose $1.41 (1.73%) to $83.03 […]

Lisa Nandy says she carries a police alarm, as fears rise about MPs’ safety | Lisa Nandy

A shadow cabinet minister has spoken out about carrying police alarms everywhere, amid growing concerns about the safety of politicians. Labor MP Lisa Nandy, the shadow international development minister, said extra safety measures had to be taken, including meeting voters only by appointment. “Instead of carrying out publicly advertised surgeries, we are now operating by […]

12:30 Report — Russia fears intensify after Navalny’s death

It’s Monday. Happy President’s Day! Today is a relatively quiet day, but the news is still focused on Russia. Here are some highlights from today. former president trump First comment on death of Russian opposition leader alexei navalnycomparing the situation to his own ongoing legal troubles. The circumstances surrounding Navalny’s death and its aftermath raise […]