# interest rate (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 9 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover interest rate. Page: Feed: --- ## [Four Years Ago, a Crypto Boss Went Missing. Now His Successor Has.](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/world/europe/poland-estonia-cryptocurrency.html) _2026-08-23 · Andrew Higgins · NYT \> Business_ The mysterious collapse of a European cryptocurrency exchange helps to explain why the industry hasn’t shaken off its reputation as a magnet for criminals. ## [Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine Think A.I. Is Good for Music](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/business/jimmy-iovine-dr-dre-beats-usc.html) _2026-08-23 · Jordyn Holman · NYT \> Business_ The hit-making duo turned tech moguls also have thoughts about why corporate America isn’t collaborative enough. ## [How Big Tech Captured American Schools](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/business/schools-big-tech-google-microsoft.html) _2026-08-23 · Natasha Singer · NYT \> Business_ Companies like Google and Microsoft have used their money, their might and their massive reach to influence nearly every step of the education supply chain. ## [The U.S. Start-Up Making Low-Cost Interceptors for the Iran War](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/23/business/powerus-counter-drone-iran-war.html) _2026-08-23 · Farah Stockman and Ismaeel Naar · NYT \> Business_ For Florida-based Powerus, becoming a global supplier of counterdrone technology has meant involving the Trumps, a golf course and a new way of doing business. ## [Trump’s Top Trade Representative Details Offer That Canada Rejected](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/22/business/economy/greer-us-canada-trade-deal.html) _2026-08-22 · Ana Swanson · NYT \> Business_ In an interview, Jamieson Greer, President’s Trump’s trade representative, laid out details of what the United States offered to Canada before talks crumbled. ## [Chinese company flexes dominance in robotics space with splashy stock market debut](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/22/nx-s1-5939817/chinese-company-flexes-dominance-in-robotics-space-with-splashy-stock-market-debut) _2026-08-22 · Jennifer Pak · NPR Topics: Business_ The Chinese robotics company Unitree, known for its highly advanced humanoid robots, made a tremendous debut on Shanghai's stock market. The company is considered an industry leader in robotics. ## [The U.S. & Canada are fighting over tariffs. How is that affecting small businesses?](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/22/nx-s1-5941703/the-u-s-canada-are-fighting-over-tariffs-how-is-that-affecting-small-businesses) _2026-08-22 · Danielle Kurtzleben · NPR Topics: Business_ NPR's Danielle Kurtzleben speaks with Mike Roach and Kim Osgood, owners of Paloma Clothing in Portland, Ore., about how the tariff fight between the U.S. and Canada is affecting their business. ## [Harvard Is Selling a $699 Course Taught by A.I. Clones of Its Faculty](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/22/business/dealbook/harvard-ai-faculty.html) _2026-08-22 · Sarah Kessler · NYT \> Business_ To create a new bootcamp for entrepreneurs, Harvard Business School made A.I. avatars of its instructors. ## [Paramount and California to Hold Preliminary Talks on Warner Bros. Deal](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/22/business/paramount-california-warner-bros.html) _2026-08-22 · Lauren Hirsch, Benjamin Mullin and Laurel Rosenhall · NYT \> Business_ The discussions on Monday are an early effort to resolve a lawsuit that California and 11 other states filed to block Paramount’s $111 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. ## [U.S. Economy Could Feel the Sting From Trade War With Canada](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/22/business/economy-trade-war-us-canada.html) _2026-08-22 · Tony Romm · NYT \> Business_ A tit-for-tat trade fight between the two allies could create new headaches for consumers and businesses already stung by high prices. ## [Home of the Agentic Pull Request (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/R5qAwwEKiffR) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ CLI-first, TUI-ready toolkits and a moshscript installer — join the waitlist ## [US, Iran escalate rhetoric as Washington prepares ‘harshest’ sanctions announcement](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/us-iran-escalate-rhetoric-as-washington-prepares-harshest-sanctions-announcement/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=us-iran-escalate-rhetoric-as-washington-prepares-harshest-sanctions-announcement) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ The United States and Iran have escalated their rhetoric ahead of expected new American economic sanctions, which Washington describes as the “harshest in history”, amid persistent military threats and ongoing traffic disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is scheduled to hold a news conference at noon on Monday in \[…\] The post US, Iran escalate rhetoric as… ## [Suez Canal restores Europe-Asia shipping services amid increased Maersk transits](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/suez-canal-restores-europe-asia-shipping-services-amid-increased-maersk-transits/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=suez-canal-restores-europe-asia-shipping-services-amid-increased-maersk-transits) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ The Suez Canal has successfully restored several shipping services operating on the trade route between Europe and Asia, recording a noticeable increase in daily transit rates by Maersk container vessels, Canal Authority Chairperson Osama Rabie stated on Saturday. Rabie’s comments coincided with the inaugural transit of the BANGKOK MAERSK, a 190,000-tonne container ship that \[…\] The post Suez… ## [Study raises concerns over heavy metal exposure from popular fish sold in Egypt](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/study-raises-concerns-over-heavy-metal-exposure-from-popular-fish-sold-in-egypt/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=study-raises-concerns-over-heavy-metal-exposure-from-popular-fish-sold-in-egypt) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ For many Egyptian families, fish is a staple on the table: affordable, rich in protein and widely considered a healthier alternative to red meat. However, a new study suggests that some popular marine fish sold in Egyptian markets may also carry a hidden risk, as they can contain heavy metals that accumulate in the body \[…\] The post Study raises concerns over heavy metal exposure from popular fish… ## [Gold prices in Egypt rise 5.8% in one week](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/gold-prices-in-egypt-rise-5-8-in-one-week/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=gold-prices-in-egypt-rise-5-8-in-one-week) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ Gold prices in Egypt continued their upward trend for the third consecutive week, supported by a strong rally in global gold prices and a rise in the US dollar against the Egyptian pound. According to a technical analysis by Gold Bullion, the price of 21-karat gold rose 5.8% last week, increasing from EGP 6,250 per \[…\] The post Gold prices in Egypt rise 5.8% in one week first appeared on… ## [Military production minister follows up on development plans for ammunition-manufacturing companies](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/military-production-minister-follows-up-on-development-plans-for-ammunition-manufacturing-companies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=military-production-minister-follows-up-on-development-plans-for-ammunition-manufacturing-companies) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ Salah Gomblat, Minister of State for Military Production, held a meeting with the chairpersons of the Ministry’s affiliated companies operating in ammunition production to review the implementation of supply contracts, developments in production and plans to upgrade manufacturing capabilities during the coming period. The Minister opened the meeting by reviewing progress on ammunition supply… ## [Egypt, Uganda explore joint tourism programmes to boost tourism flows](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/egypt-uganda-explore-joint-tourism-programmes-to-boost-tourism-flows/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=egypt-uganda-explore-joint-tourism-programmes-to-boost-tourism-flows) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ The Egyptian Travel Agents Association (ETAA) has held talks with a senior delegation from the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) to explore opportunities to expand tourism cooperation, develop joint tourism programmes and promote investment between Egypt and Uganda. Nader El-Beblawi, Chairperson of the ETAA, said the meeting focused on developing practical areas of cooperation between the \[…\] The post… ## [Egypt aims to reduce customs clearance time to two days: Investment minister](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/egypt-aims-to-reduce-customs-clearance-time-to-two-days-investment-minister/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=egypt-aims-to-reduce-customs-clearance-time-to-two-days-investment-minister) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ Mohamed Farid, Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade, said the Ministry is maintaining close coordination with the Ministry of Finance, the Customs Authority and other relevant agencies to expedite the release of goods. He noted that the average customs clearance time had fallen from around 16 days in June 2024 to approximately 5.8 days, with \[…\] The post Egypt aims to reduce customs clearance… ## [Yomo secures preliminary approval for digital banking licence in Egypt](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/yomo-secures-preliminary-approval-for-digital-banking-licence-in-egypt/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=yomo-secures-preliminary-approval-for-digital-banking-licence-in-egypt) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ Commercial International Bank – Egypt (CIB) announced that it received preliminary approval from the Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) to establish “yomo” as a digital bank, in line with Egypt’s digital banking framework introduced in 2023. The approval marks an important milestone in the development of Egypt’s banking sector, paving the way for a new \[…\] The post Yomo secures preliminary approval for… ## [CBE requires banks to integrate financial literacy into inclusion strategies](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/cbe-requires-banks-to-integrate-financial-literacy-into-inclusion-strategies/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cbe-requires-banks-to-integrate-financial-literacy-into-inclusion-strategies) _2026-08-22 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) has instructed banks to incorporate financial literacy into their financial inclusion strategies, expand financial awareness among citizens, and provide advisory services to micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) and entrepreneurs based on the customer segments targeted by each bank. In a circular issued to bank chairpersons, the CBE said \[…\] The post CBE… ## [CBE expects inflation to begin gradual decline in Q1 2027](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/22/cbe-expects-inflation-to-begin-gradual-decline-in-q1-2027/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cbe-expects-inflation-to-begin-gradual-decline-in-q1-2027) _2026-08-22 · Hossam Mounir · Dailynewsegypt_ The Central Bank of Egypt (CBE) expects inflation to begin declining gradually from the first quarter (Q1) of 2027 and approach its target of 7% (±2%) during the second half of the year. The CBE said the projected downward trajectory would be supported by maintaining an appropriately restrictive monetary stance over the forecast horizon, alongside \[…\] The post CBE expects inflation to begin… ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/0YQEQq3OPDop) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [The Economy Got Used to Low Borrowing Costs. Their Exit Could Pose Risks.](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/22/business/bonds-borrowing-costs-economy.html) _2026-08-22 · Ben Casselman and Colby Smith · NYT \> Business_ After roughly two decades of ultralow interest rates, a period of rapid readjustment is ahead for the United States, the world’s largest economy and most important financial system. ## [Sick of Constant Pings, They’re Sending Texts at the Speed of Carrier Pigeon](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/22/technology/carrier-pigeon-app-texting-technology.html) _2026-08-22 · Emmett Lindner · NYT \> Business_ Apps that let users send digital messages at ultraslow speeds have taken off, with users reveling in a slower pace of life. (Just don’t use the them to make dinner plans.) ## [Gen Z Is Building Wealth By Investing Instead of Buying Homes](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/22/business/gen-z-houses-investing.html) _2026-08-22 · Sophia June · NYT \> Business_ When it comes to building wealth, Gen Z is more focused on investment apps and their retirement accounts than they are in building equity in a home. ## [Universal’s New Coaster Is a Scream. That’s the Problem.](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/22/business/media/universal-roller-coaster-screams.html) _2026-08-22 · Brooks Barnes and Adam Amengual · NYT \> Business_ The Hollywood theme park built a “whisper quiet” ride to avoid angering nearby neighbors. They didn’t fully account for the enthusiasm of the riders. ## [U.S.-Canada trade talks collapse just before deadline for tariffs](https://www.npr.org/2026/08/22/nx-s1-5941584/us-canada-tariffs) _2026-08-22 · Miguel Macias · NPR Topics: Business_ The midnight deadline means the U.S. has imposed 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products. Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada "will match those tariffs dollar for dollar." ## [Boeing Engineers and Technicians Reject Contract Offer](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/boeing-engineers-technicians-contract.html) _2026-08-21 · Joe Rennison · NYT \> Business_ The union members also authorized a potential strike if a new agreement is not reached by October. ## [Meghan of Sussex Eyes Role in Netflix Show ‘The Gentlemen’](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/meghan-sussex-the-gentlemen-netflix.html) _2026-08-21 · Brooks Barnes and Nicole Sperling · NYT \> Business_ The duchess’s representatives have had exploratory talks about her joining a third season of “The Gentlemen,” two people said. Netflix has not yet ordered a third season of the show. ## [Overlooked No More: Patricia Douglas, Who Challenged Hollywood’s Culture of Abuse](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/obituaries/patricia-douglas-overlooked.html) _2026-08-21 · Nina Siegal · NYT \> Business_ Eight decades before the #MeToo groundswell, she took MGM to court after alleging she was attacked at a studio party in 1937. ## [Trump Announces Move to Lift Ground Beef Tariffs in Bid to Lower Prices](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/economy/trump-beef-prices.html) _2026-08-21 · Kevin Draper and Ana Swanson · NYT \> Business \> Economy_ The move prompted blowback from cattle ranchers and Republicans who represent them. ## [Fannie Mae Dismisses 10 of its Senior Executives](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/21/fannie-mae-dismisses-10-of-its-senior-executives/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fannie-mae-dismisses-10-of-its-senior-executives) _2026-08-21 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ The staffing shake-up includes multifamily executives, economists, and senior financial personnel, the GSE announced. The post Fannie Mae Dismisses 10 of its Senior Executives first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Pirate.io on Google Play (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FuvX83ToQXIf) _2026-08-21 · **Sponsored**_ Open the Pirate.io listing on Google Play to view the app’s details. ## [In China’s Biggest Car Recall, Tesla and 8 Others Will Address Door Safety](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/china-car-recall-doors.html) _2026-08-21 · Keith Bradsher and Jack Ewing · NYT \> Business_ China’s regulator ordered changes after vehicle occupants sometimes had difficulty exiting electric cars, an issue that has led to lawsuits against Tesla in the United States. ## [A CALL TO INVESTMENT BANKS](https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2026/08/21/a-call-to-investment-banks/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=a-call-to-investment-banks) _2026-08-21 · Daily News Egypt · Dailynewsegypt_ The Egyptian economy is improving. EGX is changing. This is increasingly looking like a paradigm shift. Egypt’s net international reserves reached an all-time high of US$56.3bn in July 2026. Remittances reached US$43.1bn in Jul–May FY2025/26, +31.2% YoY, after calendar-year 2025 had already set an all-time record of US$41.5bn. Egypt welcomed a record ~19 million tourists \[…\] The post A CALL TO… ## [Mark Zuckerberg Buys an Irish Castle](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/world/europe/zuckerberg-castle-ireland.html) _2026-08-21 · Alan Yuhas · NYT \> Business_ The prominent landowner has added a nearly 200-year-old estate to his holdings. Archival information says it can take “a brisk walk of 4½ minutes to reach the dining room from the kitchen.” ## [Renters in 9 SoCal Cities Still Feel Cost Increases While Most Others Decline](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/21/renters-in-9-socal-cities-still-feel-cost-increases-while-most-others-decline/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=renters-in-9-socal-cities-still-feel-cost-increases-while-most-others-decline) _2026-08-21 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ Southern California’s rent squeeze appears to finally be loosening, but renters in nine cities are still getting hit with higher prices, according to new data from rental platform Zumper. The post Renters in 9 SoCal Cities Still Feel Cost Increases While Most Others Decline first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [New-Home Demand Slows as Mortgage Applications Drop in July](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/21/july-new-home-purchase-mortgage-applications-decrease/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=july-new-home-purchase-mortgage-applications-decrease) _2026-08-21 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ MBA data showed applications for new-home purchases declined in July, while its estimated sales pace fell below the average for the first half of 2026. The post New-Home Demand Slows as Mortgage Applications Drop in July first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Fannie Mae Announces Sale of Non-Performing Loans](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/21/fannie-mae-announces-sale-of-non-performing-loans/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fannie-mae-announces-sale-of-non-performing-loans) _2026-08-21 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ The GSE announced its latest sale of non-performing loans, including the company's 28th Community Impact Pool. The post Fannie Mae Announces Sale of Non-Performing Loans first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Home-Purchase Cancellations Reach Highest Level in Nearly 3 Years](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/21/home-purchase-cancellations-reach-highest-level-in-nearly-3-years/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=home-purchase-cancellations-reach-highest-level-in-nearly-3-years) _2026-08-21 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ Fourteen percent of U.S. home-sale agreements fell through in July, according to Redfin, as affordability pressures and a record-low pool of buyers gave shoppers more room to negotiate or walk away. The post Home-Purchase Cancellations Reach Highest Level in Nearly 3 Years first appeared on The MortgagePoint . ## [Women in Housing: Meet This Year’s Industry Partner Award Nominees](https://themortgagepoint.com/2026/08/21/women-in-housing-industry-partner-award/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=women-in-housing-industry-partner-award) _2026-08-21 · Lance Murray · The MortgagePoint_ This Award celebrates female leaders working in affiliated services or partner organizations—such as technology providers, legal firms, and vendors—who have made a significant impact on the mortgage and housing sectors. Nominees in this category drive meaningful partnerships and innovations that enhance the industry’s capabilities and effectiveness. The post Women in Housing: Meet This Year’s… ## [Shein, a Fast-Fashion Giant, Struggles to Grow Ahead of a Much-Delayed IPO](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/shein-ipo-questions.html) _2026-08-21 · Sui-Lee Wee · NYT \> Business_ Facing pressure in the United States and Europe, Shein is struggling to find new ways to grow ahead of its much-delayed initial public offering. ## [Victor Niederhoffer, Trader Who Went Boom and Bust (Twice), Dies at 82](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/victor-niederhoffer-dead.html) _2026-08-21 · Michael S. Rosenwald · NYT \> Business_ He pioneered a technique for using computers to predict short-term movements in stock prices, something that proved to be hugely lucrative — when it worked. ## [Can Bessent’s ‘Big Tool Kit’ Calm Bond Investors?](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/dealbook/bessent-bonds-tool-kit.html) _2026-08-21 · Andrew Ross Sorkin, Bernhard Warner, Sarah Kessler, Michael J. de la Merced, Niko Gallogly, Brian O’Keefe and Sri Muppidi · NYT \> Business \> DealBook_ Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has vowed to step up efforts to restore calm to the debt markets. So far, it’s not working out that way. ## [Stocks and Bonds Steady at the End of a Tumultuous Week](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/stocks-bonds-oil-prices.html) _2026-08-21 · Jason Karaian · NYT \> Business_ Fears about the war in Iran, government deficits, the economy and corporate borrowing stirred global markets. ## [Whale swims just off capital coastline](https://www.ruv.is/english/2026-08-21-whale-swims-just-off-capital-coastline-484513/) _2026-08-21 · Fréttastofa RÚV · RÚV-RSS_ A humpback whale went swimming in the sea just off Reykjavík's coastline between Sólfarið and Harpa yesterday, attracting considerable attention. Katrín Georgsdóttir, environmental and quality manager at Elding whale-watching company, says whales do sometimes come this close to shore, but it is not common. Elding keeps a whale diary, and when the company's experts compare photographs later today,… ## [700 Árborg family service staff attend professional development day](https://www.ruv.is/english/2026-08-21-700-arborg-family-service-staff-attend-professional-development-day-484512/) _2026-08-21 · Fréttastofa RÚV · RÚV-RSS_ Around 700 employees working across family services in Árborg (municipality) attended a professional development day under the theme "Growth and Wellbeing" yesterday, marking the start of a new working year for the department in the municipality's kindergartens, primary schools and other family services. The day began with an address by the mayor. This was followed by a series of talks, with a… ## [Laundry room battle in court for fourth time](https://www.ruv.is/english/2026-08-21-laundry-room-battle-in-court-for-fourth-time-484511/) _2026-08-21 · Fréttastofa RÚV · RÚV-RSS_ A dispute between residents of a building in Kársnes in Kópavogur reached the courts last week, and not for the first time. It was the fourth time the neighbours' dispute had been considered by Icelandic courts. The residents disagreed over whether a laundry room in the basement was jointly owned or was in fact the private property of one resident. He had carried out work in and around the laundry… ## [Menningarnótt - Culture Night - is tomorrow](https://www.ruv.is/english/2026-08-21-menningarnott-culture-night-is-tomorrow-484509/) _2026-08-21 · Fréttastofa RÚV · RÚV-RSS_ Menningarnótt - Culture Night - will be held in Reykjavík on Saturday, with large numbers of visitors expected in the city centre. Culture Night is full of different events in the city centre from morning to evening, and is for all city residents and guests who want to join the celebration of the capital's birthday - this year, Reykjavík is 240. There is too much happening to list on this page -… ## [Housing costs 'underestimated' in interest rate debate](https://www.ruv.is/english/2026-08-21-housing-costs-underestimated-in-interest-rate-debate-484508/) _2026-08-21 · Fréttastofa RÚV · RÚV-RSS_ Housing costs in Iceland, particularly rents, are an underestimated contributor to inflation and consequently to policy rate decisions, says economist Ólafur Margeirsson. Interest rates were raised this week from 7.75% to 8%. The Governor of Seðlabanki Íslands (Central Bank of Iceland) cited rising inflation, which can be attributed in part to wage increases in the public sector, higher public… ## [Should You Invest in Bonds Right Now?](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/investing-bond-market-stocks-funds.html) _2026-08-21 · Jeff Sommer · NYT \> Business_ High-quality bonds are still safer than stocks, but they have been swinging in value, so move cautiously, our columnist says. ## [Why Cruise Line Are Hiking Certain Fees](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/travel/cruise-lines-fees.html) _2026-08-21 · Ceylan Yeğinsu · NYT \> Business_ Some major lines are increasing gratuities and deposit requirements, and charging more for certain packages. It’s all adding up. ## [Spike in ‘Dark’ Oil Tankers in Gulf Raises Risk of Catastrophic Spills](https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/21/business/iran-war-hormuz-oil-spill.html) _2026-08-21 · Lisa Friedman · NYT \> Business_ More vessels are navigating the Strait of Hormuz with their location devices turned off to evade attacks by Iran, adding to the threat of collisions.