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Prime Day Deals Are Mostly Just… the Price of Products Pre-Tariffs
Kyle Barr, Gizmodo.com
Don't jump on a Prime Day deal until you check the price history.
Oct 8, 2025, 3:20 PM
Why gold’s historic rally is about more than just Trump
Erin Hale, Al Jazeera English
The price of gold has soared 50 percent in 2025. Experts say the 'safe haven' asset is becoming an all-occasions asset.
Oct 8, 2025, 12:04 PM
Impact of Trump tariffs is beginning to show in US consumer prices
ft.com, Biztoc.com
Impact of Trump tariffs is beginning to show in US consumer prices Subscribe to unlock this article Save 40% on Standard Digital was $540 now $319 for your first yearSave now on essential digital access to quality FT journalism on any device. Saving based on …
Oct 5, 2025, 3:06 PM
Gold FOMO could push metal to $4,000
Suzanne O'Halloran, Fox Business
Gold's explosive growth this year is showing no signs of a slowdown. In fact, State Street sees a new milestone for the precious metal coming soon.
Oct 5, 2025, 1:00 PM
US Economy Is Already on the Edge – A Prolonged Government Shutdown Could Send It Tumbling Over
Yves Smith, Nakedcapitalism.com
Why a protracted US shutdown could seriously damage an already faltering economy.
Oct 4, 2025, 9:00 AM
Home remodeling costs jump in the second quarter
Associated Press
If it seems like it’s getting more expensive to replace a broken door, kitchen fixtures, or upgrade a major appliance, you’re not wrong. The cost of home repair and remodeling projects is up compared to a year ago and running ahead of inflation overall, ac…
Sep 30, 2025, 7:44 PM
Tariffs bite Xbox fans even harder, as Microsoft (again) increases Xbox Series X|S prices in the US — here's how much more you'll pay
jez@windowscentral.com (Jez Corden) , Jez Corden, Windows Central
Microsoft cites challenging "macroeconomic" environment for the price increases, which sees the Xbox Series X hit a whopping $649.99.
Sep 19, 2025, 7:00 PM
Job growth revised down by 911,000...
CNBC
Job growth revised down by 911,000... (First column, 1st story, link) Related stories:Economy shakier than realized... Consumers hit with shock tariff bills... GALLUP: SUPPORT FOR CAPITALISM AT NEW LOW...
Sep 9, 2025, 2:07 PM
The Unemployment Rate Remains Desirable, Not A Concern
John S. Tobey, Contributor, John S. Tobey, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/johntobey/, Forbes
The unemployment warnings are linked to lower interest rates
Sep 6, 2025, 11:44 PM
Job growth badly missed expectations in August, and unemployment ticked up
Madison Hoff, Business Insider
The US added far fewer jobs in August than the expected gain of 75,000, while unemployment increased to 4.3%.
Sep 5, 2025, 12:32 PM
Why is the price of gold hitting record highs?
Erin Hale, Al Jazeera English
The price of gold has soared as investors seek out safe havens amid heightened economic uncertainty.
Sep 4, 2025, 9:04 AM
Update: Lumber Prices Up 11% YoY
Calculated Risk, Calculatedriskblog.com
This is something to watch again. Here is another update on lumber prices. SPECIAL NOTE: The CME group discontinued the Random Length Lumb...
Sep 1, 2025, 9:04 PM
Current Policy Is Destabilizing A Stable U.S. Economy
Hersh Shefrin, Contributor, Hersh Shefrin, Contributor https://www.forbes.com/sites/hershshefrin/, Forbes
Collectively, six diagnostic Minsky indicators suggest that in 2025 the U.S. economy has become more fragile, and more vulnerable to a financial crisis.
Aug 31, 2025, 10:43 PM
People Still Spending on Tech Despite Red Flags in July Report
Riley Gutiérrez McDermid, Gizmodo.com
But there were other signals that economists watch closely, because they mean households may be dipping into savings to sustain purchases.
Aug 31, 2025, 5:13 PM
10 Friday AM Reads
Barry Ritholtz, Ritholtz.com
My end of Summer, 3-day weekend reads: • Walmart and Other Retailers Have Eaten the Cost of Tariffs. Now It Is the Consumer’s Turn. While the last quarter’s sales were strong, price increases could be felt starting now. (Barron’s) see also No More Free Ride f…
Aug 29, 2025, 10:30 AM
What will the end of the 'de minimis' rule mean for U.S. consumers?
Bill Chappell, NPR
On Friday, the U.S. is ending its de minimis rule that made it easy for cheap goods to reach consumers. The change will affect roughly 4 million such packages processed each day.
Aug 28, 2025, 9:00 AM
$25 for that? Consumers are going elsewhere for lunch.
Hallam Bullock, Business Insider
"Slop bowl" places like Chipotle or Cava were all the rage in the 2010s. Now, diners are opting for spots that offer more value.
Aug 26, 2025, 3:30 PM
Walmart says more tariff-driven price hikes are coming this year
Dominick Reuter, Business Insider
Walmart said it managed to avoid some of the price hikes it expected last quarter, but its costs continue to increase each week.
Aug 21, 2025, 1:35 PM
PlayStation hikes prices after Xbox — inflation or just peer pressure? Here’s what each model will now cost.
samuelwtolbert@gmail.com (Samuel Tolbert) , Samuel Tolbert, Windows Central
In a surprising turn, Sony confirmed a price increase for its PlayStation 5 consoles in the U.S., effective August 21, as economic pressures mount. This hike follows similar rises by Microsoft and reflects ongoing challenges in the gaming hardware market.
Aug 20, 2025, 7:57 PM
PS5 Price Increases Hit US Gamers This Week
Oscar Gonzalez, CNET
Starting Thursday, you can expect to pay more for a new PlayStation, thanks to "a challenging economic environment."
Aug 20, 2025, 5:17 PM
PS5 Price Hikes Announced For The US, Every System Going Up By $50
Eddie Makuch, GameSpot
Sony is raising PS5 prices in the US, with every system going up by $50. The company said it is continuing to "navigate a challenging economic environment" and will pass the cost on to consumers in the form of higher prices. The new prices go into effect on A…
Aug 20, 2025, 3:12 PM
I’m an Economist: Here’s When Tariff Price Hikes Will Start Hitting Your Wallet
Gabrielle Olya, Yahoo Entertainment
An economist explained why U.S. prices haven’t surged yet -- and when tariffs will start raising costs for consumers in America.
Aug 18, 2025, 12:01 PM
Tariffs: A grocery shopper's guide...
Miriam Waldvogel, The Hill
Tariffs: A grocery shopper's guide... (Second column, 2nd story, link) Related stories:Marjorie Taylor Greene Shares Video of Woman in Tears Over Financial Stress: 'UNACCEPTABLE'... Job market gloom not this bad since Great Recession...…
Aug 17, 2025, 1:43 PM
Republicans say price report is a boon; Democrats say bust. Who’s right?
Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English
Republicans highlight the positives, Democrats the negatives in latest US CPI report; experts say the data is mixed.
Aug 16, 2025, 11:20 AM