China allows fresh urea exports amid Iran war-fuelled fertiliser crisis, sources say
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Farmers Feel Squeeze From Higher Fuel Costs, Fertilizer Shortages
Michael Swanson, chief agriculture economist at Wells Fargo’s Agri-Food Institute, said that fruits and vegetables are facing the most pressure from global events, as higher fuel prices and supply chain disruption squeeze both farmers and consumers. Swanson also said that he doesn’t expect the protein craze to go away anytime soon, as obesity drugs send consumers looking for higher nutritional value in fewer calories. (Source: Bloomberg)
Insurance Mogul Greg Lindberg Gets 12 Years for $2 Billion Fraud
North Carolina investment firm founder Greg Lindberg was sentenced Tuesday to 12 years in prison for siphoning more than $2 billion in reserves backing insurance policies and using the proceeds to pay for jets, mansions and a 214-foot yacht, according to defense lawyers.
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‘I feel like I’m living a lie’: My husband and I pretend we’re strapped for cash in front of friends. Is that bad?
“I’ve found that acting ‘normal’ means others treat me like one of the group.”
Russia Weighs Curbing Diesel, Jet Fuel Exports as Attacks Grow
Russia is considering limiting exports of diesel and jet fuel, according to Interfax, as refinery run rates fall to multi-year lows amid Ukraine’s escalating attacks.
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Americans feel worse than ever, a consumer survey shows. The White House says that’s bunk. Who’s right?
Are Americans really feeling worse than ever about their financial well-being? A long-running survey of consumers suggests the answer is yes, drawing a sharp rebuke President Trump’s right-hand man on the economy.
Croatia Seriously Considering Zigman as New Central Bank Chief
Croatia is seriously considering Ante Zigman to head its central bank, according to a person familiar with the government’s thinking.
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Putting your baby to work as a model could net them $5.7 million by age 60. Here’s the legit way to do it.
One content creator says this 18-year savings plan will make her baby extremely wealthy. CPAs think it’s a great idea for certain families.