OPEC's plan to boost oil prices may not work
The plan unveiled just last week by OPEC and allied oil producers to prop up crude prices could fall flat.
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OPEC, allies agree to deeper production cuts to prop up oil prices
OPEC, Russia and other oil producing nations have agreed to deeper production cuts in an attempt to support crude prices in the face of a looming supply glut mainly due to booming US output.
OPEC poised to cut production further to shore up prices
OPEC and its allies have reportedly agreed to deepen its production cuts by 500,000 barrels per day in an attempt to support crude oil prices in the face of booming U.S. output.
China's pork crisis easing but price rises still possible
China says the worst of its pork crisis might be over, but some analysts say it's still too soon to give the all-clear.
Private equity firm to buy all dot org domains
In a move that could shake up the internet, private equity firm Ethos Capital is buying the company that owns every .org domain on the web.
Iran's 'largest internet shutdown ever' underway
Iran has gone almost entirely offline as authorities try to stem the spread of nationwide protests that have gripped the country since Friday.
California gas prices soar above $4
Gasoline prices have spiked in California, soaring well above what most Americans are paying at the pump. In some locations, Californians are paying $5 for a gallon of gas.
Negative interest rates inflating European real estate prices
Even as the Brexit chaos helps to deflate London's real estate bubble by undermining the city's status as a financial capital, record low interest rates are pushing prices in other European cities to dangerously high levels.
Report: Drug prices for seniors again rise faster than inflation
The retail price of prescription drugs commonly used by older Americans has continued to increase faster than inflation, according to a new analysis from AARP. This marks the 12th year in a row that there has been a substantial increase in prices.
Dow ends slightly higher but S&P 500 falls as investors get nervous about Europe and trade
The Dow eked out a small gain Monday, after a lackluster trading session following weaker-than-expected economic data in Europe and renewed fears about the trade war.
Oil prices tumble after Saudi Arabia says production is coming back online
Oil prices dropped sharply Tuesday, following Monday's surge that sent shock waves around the world.
Gas prices will climb following the Saudi attacks
American drivers have gotten used to relatively low gasoline prices. But that will probably change. Crude oil prices are rising after attacks on oil fields in Saudi Arabia over the weekend.
US oil prices had their biggest spike in a decade after Saudi attack disrupts global supply
Oil prices spiked Monday after a devastating attack on the heart of Saudi Arabian oil production over the weekend shocked markets and could disrupt the global supply of crude for some time.
America's energy boom can't stop oil prices from rising
The United States is in the middle of a major energy boom. But American shale producers can't quickly fill the supply gap left by this weekend's attacks on Saudi Arabia.
What the attacks on Saudi Aramco mean for oil prices
Oil prices, which have remained low for months, could spike when markets open Monday as Saudi Arabia scrambles to repair damage to its energy infrastructure inflicted this weekend.
British Airways strike sees fares rise by up to 2,200%
This week's British Airways strike has caused chaos for an estimated 280,000 passengers who were due to fly with the airline.
US tariff delay buys time for Big Tech
Dozens of tech companies are gearing up to announce new cell phones, laptops, video game consoles, toys and other gadgets for the holiday season. Those companies — and their customers — just dodged a bullet Tuesday. Most of those products would have gotten pricier because of new tariffs that the United States just delayed.
Luxury homes in Hamptons selling at steep discounts
It's the summertime playground for some of New York's most affluent residents. But the Hamptons real estate market seems to have lost some of its buzz.
Sens. Grassely, Wyden reach bipartisan deal to lower drug prices
The Senate Finance Committee Tuesday rolled out its long-awaited bipartisan plan aimed at lowering prescription drug prices.
Oil prices surge 2% as Iran tensions rise
Oil prices are moving higher as global tensions with Iran continue to escalate, sparking concerns about supply.
Inflation may be creeping higher after all
The Fed may have to change its tune on inflation and potential rate cuts after a key report on consumer prices came in higher than expected.
Oil price jumps above $60 ahead of storm in Gulf of Mexico
US oil has surged above $60 a barrel amid concerns that Tropical Storm Barry could derail crude production in the Gulf of Mexico.
OPEC prepares to extend oil production cuts
OPEC announced on Monday it will restrict the supply of oil for another nine months in a bid to support prices pressured by weakening economic growth and skyrocketing American production.
Fuel-efficient cars driving rising gas taxes
The growth of fuel-efficient and electric cars means Americans are paying fewer gas taxes. States, which use gas taxes to pay for road repairs and public transit, are raising taxes on about one in three drivers in America to make up for lost revenue.
