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5 Ways the Iran Conflict Is About to Inflate Your Grocery Bill

on March 9, 2026

A military conflict halfway around the world is going to drive up the cost of your groceries. Here’s why.

US Shed 92,000 Jobs, Unemployment Ticked Up to 4.4% in February

and on March 6, 2026

The U.S. economy unexpectedly lost 92,000 jobs in February while unemployment rose to 4.4%, signaling continued weakness in the labor market as employers hesitate to hire amid AI uncertainty and economic pressures.

What Iran Did to Cause the Dow to Plunge Nearly 800 Points

and on March 5, 2026

U.S. stocks plunged with the Dow nearly 800 points lower as oil prices surged past $80 following Iran’s missile strike on an oil tanker and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.

Walmart Adds Digital Shelf Labels to All US Stores. What to Know.

, and on March 5, 2026

Walmart is expanding digital shelf labels to all of its U.S. locations within the next year, allowing price changes to be completed instantly. How will it affect you?

How War in the Middle East Could Impact Car Shopping at Home

and on March 5, 2026

While the Detroit Three automakers have minimal sales exposure in the Middle East, they can still get hurt for the war.

Rivian Discounts Electric Pickup Leases Amid Ford’s F-150 EV Retreat

and on March 3, 2026

Rivian is offering $5,000 off leases for its R1T and R1S vehicles as Ford shifts its F-150 Lightning from a fully electric truck to an Extended Range Electric Vehicle.

What War With Iran Means for Prices, Interest Rates, Supply Chains

, and on March 3, 2026

While the conflict with Iran is expected to result in higher gas prices and increased market volatility, economists anticipate the Federal Reserve will look through the supply-driven shock and maintain modest impacts on economic growth and monetary policy unless the war escalates significantly.

Oil Surges, Gas Tops $3 Nationwide as War Heats Up. What Comes Next?

and on March 3, 2026

Oil prices surged nearly 25% in a few days as the widening U.S.-Israel-Iran war choked off the Strait of Hormuz, pushing the national gas average above $3 a gallon and raising fears of further price hikes that could reach $90 per barrel.

Car Dealers Say the Economy Is Hurting Sales. Buyers Say It’s Prices.

and on March 3, 2026

Car dealers blame the economy for slumping sales, but high prices leave most Americans believing new cars are unaffordable.

Paramount Beats Netflix for Warner Bros. – What It Means for You

and on March 3, 2026

Paramount has won a costly bidding war against Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery in a massive $110 billion deal that could eventually combine the Paramount+ and HBO Max streaming services.

Oil Prices Soar Again and Stocks Crumble as Iran War Escalates

and on March 3, 2026

United States oil prices surged to their highest levels since 2024 and stocks tumbled at the open as the Iran war escalated, with Iran closing the Strait of Hormuz and U.S. officials warning of further impending military strikes.

Costco Is Opening 6 Locations in March and April. See the Full List

and on March 3, 2026

Costco is set to open six new locations in March and April.

What’s Ahead for Iran War? More Attacks, More Forces, Trump Says

, and on March 3, 2026

President Trump stated that more attacks are planned and would not rule out sending ground troops into Iran as the Pentagon prepares to deploy additional forces and casualties rise.

Oil Prices Jump, Stocks Stumble After U.S. Strikes Iran

and on March 2, 2026

U.S. stocks stumbled and oil prices jumped following coordinated strikes by the U.S. and Israel against Iran, raising concerns over potential oil supply disruptions and inflation.

‘This Is Not Iraq.’ Pete Hegseth Says U.S. Won’t Spend 20 Years in Iran

and on March 2, 2026

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth declared that the U.S. military operation in Iran is a decisive mission to destroy its missile, naval, and nuclear capabilities rather than a long-term nation-building effort.

5 Reasons Why Trump’s Tariffs Will Never Replace Income Taxes

on February 26, 2026

Swapping your income tax bill for import tariffs sounds like a dream, but the math reveals a harsh reality.

Thousands of Truckers, Targeted by Trump, Could Lose Licenses

and on February 25, 2026

Hundreds of thousands of truckers could be removed from American roads under the Trump administration’s newly aggressive enforcement and safety campaign.

‘Roaring Economy’ and ‘Sick’ Dems: 5 Takeaways From Trump’s SOTU Address

, and on February 25, 2026

President Donald Trump declared the country is booming and his administration is winning in a defiant State of the Union address that comes as polls show deep skepticism of his leadership.

Novo to Cut Ozempic and Wegovy Prices Amid Intense Competition

and on February 24, 2026

Novo Nordisk announced it will slash list prices of Ozempic, Rybelsus, and Wegovy to $675 for a one-month supply starting in 2027 to help insured customers amid growing competition from Eli Lilly.

Romance Scams Are Skyrocketing as Losses Grow. Are You Safe?

and on February 24, 2026

Romance scams are causing devastating financial losses for victims, with reported scams becoming increasingly sophisticated and organized by overseas fraud factories.

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