Gas prices are headed back up
Summary
Marketplace host Kai Risdahl discusses the collapse of a ceasefire with Iran, prompting oil price spikes and Fed rate speculation with Brookings’ Robin Brooks. The episode explores how retailers are stocking up to hedge against inflation and tariffs, while companies increasingly issue new equity to fund growth. Finally, reports highlight record US electricity demand driven by AI data centers and the evolving landscape of sustainable aviation fuel amid shifting political support.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: VantageScore and Odoo
Iran ceasefire collapse and oil price impacts
Retailers prepare for holidays amid inflation
Companies issue new stock to raise capital
Market numbers and sponsor ads
Sponsors: VantageScore, Tomorrow's Cure, Fundrise
Record US electricity demand driven by AI
Sustainable aviation fuel industry update
Airlines' rising fuel costs and credits
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