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DOJ egg-price settlement targets alleged benchmark manipulation that lifted grocery costs
July 1, 2026

United States DOJ and Federal Law Enforcement Watch – The Justice Department and 17 states announced a proposed egg-price settlement; court approval still comes next.

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U.S. inflation hit 4.2% in May as gas surged, even as pump prices eased
June 17, 2026

May inflation rose 4.2% over the past year as gas and energy pushed prices higher, even though national pump prices have eased a bit.

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USTR tariff hearings could shape import costs and consumer prices
May 7, 2026

USTR hearings this week could lead to new trade actions on excess capacity, with possible ripple effects for prices and supply chains.

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