Retail sales increased by 0.6% in February Basic sales earn 0.5%; a large tax refund guarantees spending Production increases in March, but the supply chain continues to deteriorate WASHINGTON, April 1 (Reuters) – U.S. retail prices rose by the most in seven months in February as car prices rose and temperatures soared, but rising gasoline … Read more
Written by Lucia Mutikani WASHINGTON, April 1 (Reuters) – U.S. retail prices rose by the most in seven months in February as car prices rose and temperatures soared, but rising gasoline prices due to war in the Middle East were expected to dampen spending in coming months. A late report from the Commerce Department on … Read more
Your summer travel plans may soon be affected by the war in the Middle East. In addition to widespread flight cancellations in the region, the ongoing conflict is driving up oil prices. High oil prices affect jet fuel prices, and how much airlines charge for travel. Oil prices have risen above $100 a barrel, a … Read more
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Morsa Images | E+ | Getty Images To increase wealth, Americans should look beyond smart investments and embrace smart tax planning. From strategies aimed at reducing taxable income to more efficient tax moves, there are many ways investors can build and protect their investments. However, many people do not take advantage of the options available … Read more