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https://wwd.com/footwear-news/shoe-industry-news/oil-shoe-supply-chain-crude-pricing-footwear-prices-1238896867/
Oil Rate Increases Could Cause Shoe Prices to Rise This Summer
Apr 10, 2026 - Oil has a role in every area of the shoe supply chain, and spikes in crude pricing over time means consumers will pay more for a pair of shoes.
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https://www.morganstanley.com/insights/articles/federal-tax-returns-increase-impact-2026
How 2026 Tax Refund Increases Could Boost Consumer Finance | Morgan Stanley
Significantly larger federal U.S. tax refunds in 2026 may strengthen household finances, reduce debt and support spending across key consumer sectors.
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https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/south-bay-news/proposed-mts-fare-increases-could-make-daily-commutes-a-tougher-ride
Proposed MTS fare increases could make daily commutes a tougher ride
Apr 17, 2026 - SANDAG is expected to vote in May on proposed MTS fare increases, which could make daily commutes a tougher ride.
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https://www.chicagotribune.com/2026/03/09/iran-oil-prices-leader/
Trump says Iran war could be over soon, then increases threats if global oil supplies are disrupted...
Mar 10, 2026 - Iran named the hard-line Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his late father as supreme leader on Monday, signaling no letup in the war launched by the...
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