Trader Joe’s places limit on eggs
Trader Joe’s has set a one-dozen egg limit per day for customers, due to the Avian Flu.
U.S. economy
WSJ: More workers enrolled in 401K plans
The Wall Street Journal reports that for the first time, half of private sector workers are participating in 401K plans.
Trump says he will announce 25% steel and aluminum tariffs Monday, and more import duties are coming
President Donald Trump said he will announce on Monday that the United States will impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports, including from Canada and Mexico, as well as other import duties later in the week.
Trump says he has directed US Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing rising cost
President Donald Trump says he has directed the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies, citing the rising cost of producing the one-cent coin.
US employers added just 143,000 jobs last month, jobless rate falls to 4%
U.S. employers added just 143,000 jobs last month, but the unemployment rate fell to 4% to start 2025.
New strain of bird flu detected in Nevada dairy cattle
A newer strain of the bird flu virus has been detected in Nevada.
Private sector ramps up hiring
U.S. private-sector job growth surged last month, that’s according to the latest data from payroll company ADP.
Head Start programs can’t access funds
The National Head Start Association says roughly 40 of its programs across 20 states have not regained access to their federal funding.
Fast fashion, laptops and toys are likely to cost more due to US tariffs on Chinese imports
A sweeping new U.S. tariff on products made in China is expected to increase the prices American consumers pay for a wide array of products, from the ultra-cheap apparel sold on online shopping platforms to toys and electronic devices such as computers and cellphones.
Waffle House adds egg surcharge
Waffle House is adding an egg surcharge amid higher prices.
