Business groups encourage Trump to strengthen his strong antitrust approach to lower prices.
Business Groups Urge Stronger Antitrust Policies from Trump A coalition of major business organizations has reached out to President Trump, advocating for more robust antitrust policies as he seeks to lower prices for everyday Americans. The decision to send the letter came shortly after Gale Slater, the antitrust chief at the Justice Department, stepped down […]
Copper prices: Pressures increase as worldwide smelting operations reach ten-year low
Stock image. Copper prices experienced a rise through 2025, albeit with significant fluctuations, largely impacted by supply disruptions in Indonesia and South America resulting from tariff issues. However, the prices have declined again this year. On Thursday in New York, copper for March delivery dropped over 3%, settling at $5.78 per pound ($12,740 per tonne), […]
Gold prices fall 3% after strong US job report
Gold prices dropped below the $5,000-an-ounce mark again on Thursday, following new economic data from the U.S. that strengthened the belief the Federal Reserve won’t be cutting interest rates in the near future. Spot prices decreased by 4% to $4,880 an ounce before bouncing back somewhat. By midday, gold was trading above $4,900, representing an […]
EPA Cancels Regulation That Will Reduce Car Prices and Energy Expenses
EPA Deregulation Move The EPA Administrator, Lee Zeldin, characterized the recent action as “the largest act of deregulation in U.S. history,” reversing previous findings that led to billions in hidden taxes for Americans each year. Zeldin formally rescinded the so-called “crisis finding,” which previously provided a legal framework for the government to regulate greenhouse gases […]
Pandora promotes platinum jewelry as silver prices rise
Pandora is making a significant change to its jewelry lineup by shifting from silver to platinum. The well-known brand, which is a major player in the jewelry market, is moving away from its traditional sterling silver offerings due to rising costs. With precious metal prices skyrocketing, what used to be considered an affordable option has […]
‘Star Wars’ fans criticize Mark Hamill’s autograph prices at conventions
Mark Hamill Faces Criticism Over High Autograph Prices Mark Hamill, known for his role as Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars saga, is receiving backlash from some fans after reports about his autograph pricing surfaced online. Critics have deemed the costs at fan conventions shockingly high. At his autograph table, a sign prominently displayed the […]
California faces a crisis as refineries shut down and gas prices rise.
California’s fuel market is entering a challenging phase as refinery capacity continues to decline, particularly with the upcoming shutdown of Valero’s Benicia refinery, which is one of the few major facilities still operational in the state. This closure is likely to exacerbate supply issues within an already strained system. During a recent segment on “Morning […]
Gold prices drop below $5,100 in early trading on Thursday, February 12
Gold Futures Update Gold April futures opened on Thursday at $5,107.30 per troy ounce, marking a slight increase of 0.2% from Wednesday’s close of $5,098.50. However, during early trading, prices dipped below the $5,100 mark. The drop in gold prices is attributed to a favorable jobs report from January, which exceeded expectations. The U.S. Bureau […]
Gold prices in India: Rates for February 12
Gold Prices Decline in India On Thursday, gold prices in India experienced a drop, as reported by FXStreet. The price for gold fell to INR 14,734.76 per gram, down from INR 14,827.78 the previous day. Over on the tola side, it dipped from Rs 172,948.30 to Rs 171,863.00. Unit Measurement Gold Price in INR 1 […]
U.S.-based brands available at discounted prices for Presidents’ Day: L.L.Bean, Lodge, Craftsman, and others
As President’s Day nears, there’s a spotlight on American-owned brands that are offering deals on a variety of items like cookware, clothing, and grills. Discounts are reaching up to 20%, which is quite a bit if you’re looking at a new grill or some cozy boots. For instance, LLBean has women’s boots at 33% off, […]