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FTC and states accuse Amazon of secretly inflating ad prices by $20 billion — 1dThe FTC is preparing to file a lawsuit against Amazon over allegedly manipulating advertising prices through bid tactics such as a “soft reserve,” with more than 20 states set to join. The case, expected to be filed in Seattle federal court and potentially involving billions in penalties, follows long-running probes into Amazon’s ad pricing practices.

Marcus Bell Soft reserve" sounds like corporate speak for quietly padding auction prices without advertisers ever knowing the game was rigged.

Stocks fall and oil prices surge after US strikes Iranian sites near Hormuz — 1d

Nicole Hardy Markets hate uncertainty more than anything, and there's nothing more uncertain than a shooting situation near the world's most important oil chokepoint.

Google TV Streamer now costs $150 after 50 percent price hikeTech — 18h

Sam Okafor At $150 it's now competing with actual mini PCs and cheap smart TVs with built in streaming, feels like a hard sell unless the hardware got a real upgrade.

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Analysts offer mixed price targets for Nvidia after latest forecast — 17h

Nicole Hardy These price predictions always assume growth continues in a straight line, which never actually happens in this industry.

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures dip as bond yields, oil prices climb in September — 13h

Marcus Bell The Fed put itself in a corner and now every jobs or CPI report gets treated like a coin flip for the economy.

10-year yield hits highest since January 2025 as higher oil prices stoke inflation worriesBusiness — 16h

Derek Foss Bond market is basically saying it doesn't trust the inflation story the Fed's been selling. Yields don't lie.

Nine more drugmakers join Trump's MFN pricing deals, terms still unclear — 1dPresident Trump announced a new wave of drug-pricing deals aimed at lowering U.S. prescription costs by tying prices to what is paid in other developed countries, with multiple manufacturers participating and promises of substantial domestic manufacturing investments. The White House has positioned these MFN-style agreements as a continuation of efforts ahead of the midterms, with ongoing rollout across a mix of large and mid-sized drugmakers and accompanying tools like patient-access portals and tariff relief.

Dana Whitfield companies signing on is a big number, but the real test is whether insurers pass those savings to patients.

Sony's WH-1000XM5 headphones drop to their lowest price yet — 1d

Samsung unveils budget-friendly Galaxy Book 6 laptop priced at $799 — 19h

Chris Dalton hours sounds great on paper but real world use always cuts that down by a third at least, still impressive if true.

Saudi tankers reported hit in Hormuz strait as oil prices climb — 1dTwo Saudi-owned supertankers, Sidr and Senegal Prosperity, were struck by unknown projectiles near Oman in the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a new escalation in attacks on shipping and prompting Western and regional actors to bolster protections as tensions with Iran rise and oil prices tick higher. Reports noting President Donald Trump’s threats of further action and allied maritime operations indicate an ongoing fight over Gulf shipping routes, with crews reported safe so far.

Nicole Hardy Every time oil prices spike right when tensions flare in Hormuz, I can't help but wonder who actually benefits from this.

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Apple TV price hike raises US streaming costBusiness — 4dApple TV pricing has increased in the U.S., with the monthly rate rising to $14.99 and the annual price to $119, while the Apple One Individual plan climbs to $21.95; existing subscribers will be notified about the new rates roughly a month before charges begin on August 28, marking the platform’s fourth price hike since 2021.

Aisha Patel Been following this for a while; this is a bigger development than it looks.

Fed's Barr warns rate hike possible if inflation stalls — 7hFed Governor Michael Barr signaled a September rate hike remains on the table if inflation fails to cool toward the 2% target, but he could opt for more time if data show progress. With inflation stuck above target for years, Barr warned that persistent price pressures could force decisive action while a convincing moderation would allow a cautious stance.

Marcus Bell Feels like they've been saying "maybe next meeting" for two years now, just pick a lane already.

European stocks slip as Iran clashes push oil above $90, Fed bets rise — 1dEuropean stocks wobbled as fresh US-Iran strikes lifted oil prices above $90, with energy shares gaining while broader indices edged lower and traders priced in higher odds of a US rate hike in September amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Investors also watched inflation data and central-bank policy expectations, as supply disruptions and Middle East risk kept markets cautious.

Jared Kim Rate hike odds rising just as oil spikes is a nasty combo for stagflation fears. Fed's got a tough call in September.

Trump plans talks with refiners on gas prices — 5dPresident Trump is convening a meeting with U.S. refiners and fuel retailers to press for lower gasoline prices amid the Iran war, marking the administration's most direct effort to cushion consumers ahead of the midterm elections. Attendees are expected to include major refiners and retailers, signaling intensified government pressure on the industry to curb costs as prices remain elevated.

White House plans new biotech drug pricing deals — 6dThe White House under the current president is preparing new voluntary drug-pricing deals with mid-sized biotech firms to lower outpatient Medicaid costs by aligning prices with international benchmarks, offering relief from certain Medicare pilot programs and possible tariff concessions. The initiative, framed as healthcare affordability ahead of the elections, follows prior similar agreements and is expected to include a new announcement around August 31, 2026.

Ford Ranger keeps three engines as GMC Canyon narrows to one — 2dAcross five new-car comparisons, manufacturers push distinct trim-led strategies and pricing tiers—evident in Ford Ranger's multi-engine lineup versus GMC Canyon's single powertrain—while luxury and EV crossovers like Lincoln Nautilus and Aviator, Subaru SOLTERRA, and Hyundai IONIQ 5 are evaluated against rivals using data-driven ratings. The coverage highlights value, efficiency, and features across model years 2026–2027, with ratings clustering in the mid- to high-range and Canadian pricing details noted where applicable.

Hong Kong home prices fall in July 2026Finance — 5dHong Kong’s private home prices slipped 0.46% in July, ending a 13‑month rally, while the rental market continued to surge to new highs, underscoring a divided market. Analysts expect a short‑term consolidation with muted new-home sales amid stronger demand from mainland professionals and broader market headwinds.

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California Amazon Price-Fixing Case Sees Setback — 5dSan Francisco Superior Court Judge Ethan Schulman tentatively denied California Attorney General Rob Bonta’s bid for a preliminary injunction against Amazon, keeping the broader antitrust case alive as the trial proceeds. With the main trial targeted for 2027, the ruling provides Amazon procedural relief while state authorities continue to pursue claims that the company pressured brands to raise prices.

Dollar slips, yen nears 160 as traders weigh Fed and BOJ rate moves — 1dThe dollar weakened while the yen hovered near the 160-per-dollar mark as markets priced in likely rate hikes from both the Fed and the Bank of Japan, driven by hawkish comments from Fed Chair Warsh and renewed policy pressure from U.S. officials. Investors also weighed Gulf tensions and upcoming U.S. data on jobs and inflation to gauge the trajectory of policy moves.

Trump's beef tariff pause followed meeting with JBS co-owner, reports say — 1dPresident Trump announced a 90-day waiver allowing up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef to enter tariff-free, a move critics say could disrupt cattle markets and hinder U.S. herd rebuilding even as the administration frames it as consumer relief. Reports show JBS co-owner Joesley Batista met with Trump shortly before the decision to discuss lowering Brazil’s tariffs, raising questions about policy influence and Brazil’s likely gain from the planned quota while the plan promises beef sold 25% below current prices.

Rachel Meyers Cheaper ground beef sounds nice until you realize it's propped up by a deal that seems to benefit one company's bottom line more than shoppers.

Philips prices EU Green Bond under new standard — Aug 24, 2026Royal Philips priced a €650 million fixed-rate note due 2034 under its EMTN program, marking the healthcare sector’s first EU Green Bond under the new European Green Bond Standard, with a 4.0% coupon, 99.655% price, and 4.055% yield, oversubscribed 2.7 times. Settlement is set for August 28, 2026, and proceeds will fund taxonomy-aligned green activities while gross debt will rise temporarily until the 2027 bond is repaid; the issue is not expected to increase net debt, and the company aims to maintain its investment-grade rating.