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What is really behind the high food prices?


What is really behind the high food prices?

High food prices have become a major talking point in the upcoming presidential election, with both sides citing different reasons for rising food prices over the past four years. Economists say a number of factors are at play, depending on the type of food. Vice President Kamala Harris, who is running for president, pledged last […]

Harris wants to ban excessive food prices, while industry points to pressure in the supply chain


Harris wants to ban excessive food prices, while industry points to pressure in the supply chain

As part of broader plans to lower the cost of living for Americans, Harris said in her economic speech last week in Raleigh, North Carolina, that she intends to combat gouging in food prices during her first 100 days in office. Harris plans to “make cost-cutting and economic security for Americans one of her top […]

93% of truckers would use instant payments if they were offered


93% of truckers would use instant payments if they were offered

The transportation industry is a high-speed world of logistics and delivery where efficiency and speed are paramount, but the methods many transportation companies use to conduct financial transactions are not evolving at the same pace. A recent PYMNTS Intelligence report titled “Faster Than Ever: Real-Time Payments in the Transportation Industry,” published in partnership with The […]

Back-to-school shopping costs rise as inflation continues


Back-to-school shopping costs rise as inflation continues

LAREDO, Texas (KGNS) – Shopping for school supplies is traditionally expensive, but many Americans are finding their bills are higher than before. Montserrat Pla, a mother, noted that she spent more this year than in previous years. “The main thing you can do is look at what you have and what you can reuse, and […]