What are junk fees and how might Biden tackle them?
The president says airlines, banks, hotels and concert vendors are playing Americans "for suckers".
2023-06-16 09:47
Biden to announce Live Nation and Ticketmaster will allow consumers to see all fees up front
President Joe Biden will announce Thursday that entertainment giant Live Nation and ticketing behemoth Ticketmaster have pledged to give US consumers the ability to see the full price of tickets up front, minimizing the frequently frustrating experience of watching additional fees add up late in the checkout process when buying online.
2023-06-15 21:24
Ticketmaster, Live Nation agree to all-in prices as part of Biden war on junk fees
By Jarrett Renshaw Live Nation and Ticketmaster will soon offer consumers all-in pricing on their popular ticket platforms,
2023-06-15 17:23
Nestle trials giving cash to coffee farmers who grow beans sustainably
By Maytaal Angel LONDON Nestle is piloting a scheme to give cash to coffee farmers who grow beans
2023-06-06 20:20
Starbucks is bringing its controversial olive oil coffee to more cities
Starbucks is going full steam ahead with its controversial line of olive oil-infused coffee drinks, expanding one of its biggest new product launches in years to many more states and cities.
2023-06-06 17:25
Commonwealth Bank of Australia removes international money transfer fee
Commonwealth Bank of Australia, the country's biggest lender, said on Tuesday it was removing transaction fees for its
2023-06-06 10:21
Indian banks start exchanging withdrawn 2,000-rupee notes
The 2,000-rupee notes have been withdrawn, sparking concerns and confusion.
2023-05-23 14:50
Ghana IMF loan: Will $3bn solve the economic crisis?
Ghanaians are desperate for help but the intervention may not deal with problems in the long term.
2023-05-18 18:23
Texas sues Hyatt Hotels for misleading marketing and charging hidden fees
By Doyinsola Oladipo NEW YORK Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit on Monday against Hyatt Hotels
2023-05-17 01:17
Big banks could face billions more in FDIC fees after bank collapses
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation's board of directors approved a proposal to raise the fees banks pay to have depositors' money insured.
2023-05-11 23:16
Starbucks adds $1 surcharge for some Refreshers orders
Fans of Starbucks' Refresher drinks will have to pay more if they don't add water.
2023-05-10 21:30