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Farm-state Republicans push for a diesel export ban to ease record-high prices, arguing it would help farmers, while oil industry officials warn such a move would cut supply and raise costs; the White House is weighing actions as diesel hits a record, underscoring a clash between agriculture and energy interests ahead of the elections.
Oil pushed above $102 a barrel as Middle East tensions intensified and traders weigh whether China will resume stronger crude imports. China cut imports to wartime lows around 6 mbpd in June, but July–August purchases rose toward 7 mbpd as refiners chase high diesel margins; Beijing also has more than 1 billion barrels in reserve to lean on. Analysts say China isn’t likely to return to prewar import levels, but any uptick could tighten an already tight market (inventories down about 400 million barrels), potentially extending the rally if demand strengthens while supply remains constrained.
Apple announced higher prices for its new iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max and also bumped prices on older iPhone models, tying the increases to shortages of key components and AI‑driven inflation pressures shaping the gadget market.
Diesel prices surged to a record national average of $5.85 per gallon, with California near $7.71, driven by war- and logistics-related disruptions that reroute fuel away from the Suez Canal and raise transport and grocery costs. The spike hits small trucking fleets and family farms hardest, tightens consumer budgets, and could influence political dynamics ahead of the midterms, though some economists note the increase isn’t unprecedented when viewed in inflation-adjusted terms.
Diesel prices have surged toward record highs as global refining capacity tightens and seasonal demand rises, highlighting diesel’s critical role in trucking, shipping, farming and rail transport and signaling broader cost pressures for freight and goods.
President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that he’s negotiating a deal to lower ground beef prices by removing tariffs on up to 300,000 metric tons of imports, claiming the beef will be sold 25% below current market prices; the move comes as beef costs rise while other grocery prices stabilize, though few details have been released.
El Niño-driven drought has lowered Gatun Lake water, reducing Panama Canal capacity and prompting stricter drafts, higher auction prices, and fewer daily transits. The result is slower shipments and higher costs that ripple through global supply chains and consumer prices, with the US—its biggest canal user—feeling the impact. Panama is pursuing water-storage projects and fuel pipelines to mitigate future bottlenecks while the grain of higher transit costs hits medicines, goods, and energy prices.
Trump said the U.S. will allow up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef to be imported over the next three months without out-of-quota tariffs, with importers reportedly agreeing to sell about 25% below market prices to help lower U.S. beef costs amid cattle-herd constraints; no importers were named, and the move is framed as aiding working families and ranchers while Republicans eye midterm elections.
July existing single-family home sales fell 1.9% to a 3.69 million annual pace, pushing the market deeper into a slump as inventory rose to 4.6 months—the highest since 2016—while condo supply reached a 14-year high. Mortgage rates sit around 6.69% amid persistent inflation, dampening demand even as the national median price rose 1.9% year over year to $440,300 and regional prices showed wide variation.
Republicans are debating whether a burrito could cost $20, using the discussion to highlight rising food prices and affordability concerns that are shaping political messaging and strategies ahead of the midterms.
Rumors from Amazon listings hint at Google’s Pixel 11 lineup with similar displays/batteries to the Pixel 10 but notable RAM/storage changes and price jumps: 256GB models on the Pro and Pro XL reportedly ship with 12GB RAM, while 512GB and 1TB versions get 16GB; base Pixel 11 starts at $899 (256GB) or $1,019 (512GB), Pixel 11 Pro at $1,099 (256GB), $1,219 (512GB), $1,449 (1TB), Pixel 11 Pro XL at $1,299 (256GB), $1,419 (512GB), $1,649 (1TB), and Pixel 11 Pro Fold at $1,899 (256GB), $2,019 (512GB), $2,249 (1TB). Displays: vanilla and Pro around 6.3
Scarcity drives GameCube prices: Nintendo sold far fewer GameCubes than its N64 and Wii, few re-releases exist, and the Wii’s backward compatibility kept discs circulating. While many staples hover around $30–$40, flagship titles like Super Smash Bros. Melee, Luigi’s Mansion, and Eternal Darkness often run $50–$70, with rare Pokémon titles reaching $150–$200, reflecting enduring demand and the classic Nintendo tax.
Chili’s roasted Burger King on social media after a photo showed BK’s Bacon King meal priced at $18.19 at a location, contrasting it with Chili’s value offer—3 for Me with fries, bottomless chips, and an unlimited drink for $10.99—driving viral engagement and largely positive reactions, while Burger King notes that prices vary by location.
Rising memory-chip costs driven by AI data-center demand are expected to push RAM prices higher and slow PC and smartphone shipments in 2026, with Apple already raising prices for Macs and iPads and retailers like Best Buy signaling potential margin pressure as suppliers pass along higher costs; Gartner projects PC prices up about 17% and smartphone prices up about 13%, while shipments could fall roughly 10% for PCs and 8% for smartphones, though the consumer impact may be gradual.
Inflation rose to 4.2% in May, with everyday items such as coffee and lettuce seeing price jumps, driven by a mix of factors including the Iran conflict, tariffs, drought, and higher fuel costs.