Business News
Gasoline Prices Hit 7-Year High Even as Demand Falls for 4th Straight Week
For the week of Sept. 6, the national average for a gallon of regular gasoline rose to a seven-year high of $3.176 from $3.139 the week prior.
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Business News
McDonald’s Franchisees Brace for Sales Slowdown
Despite lower gas prices padding Americans' wallets, McDonald's U.S. franchisees forecast negative trends to continue.
By Katie Little
Building a Business
Lower Gas Prices Won’t Save the Holiday Season
A drop under $3 per gallon probably isn't enough to offset the rising cost of food.
By Phil Wahba
Business Accounting
Rising Gas Prices Fuel a Jump in U.S. Consumer Costs
Gasoline prices in June rose by their highest rate in four months, fueling an overall rise in U.S. consumer prices.
Human Resources
Gas Prices, Health-Care Law Keep Small Businesses from Hiring
While small-business owners are feeling slightly more optimistic about the economy, they aren't creating jobs, according to a new survey.
Human Resources
Obama Talks Energy, Pain at the Pump
With gas prices inching higher, the pressure is rising on Barack Obama to act. Here's his plan.
By Diana Ransom