Chapter 11

Consumer

TGI Fridays Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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This weekend, TGI Fridays filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, making it the latest in its class to raise the white flag.

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Energy

OPEC+ and Trump Circle Each Other, But US Producers Are Playing Their Own Game

With Trump expected to chase increased oil exports and more drilling in the US, OPEC+’s fear of losing market share looms larger than ever.

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Inflation & Prices

The Fed Marches into a Murky New Era

Inflation is definitely looking like a “two-handle” problem. That’s investor-speak for a rate below 3% but above the Fed’s 2% target.

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Consumer

Concert Tickets and Vacation Rentals Get Hit by FTC’s War on Junk Fees

Don’t get too excited for cheaper Taylor Swift tickets: The rules just force sellers to present all the extra fees upfront.

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