Jul 19, 2023
The White House takes on “junk fees” for renters
The American flag of a tourist standing in front of the White House in Washington, DC.
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In a flurry of announcements, the White House rolled out new measures calling for transparency on so-called "junk fees" for renters, as well as new proposed guidelines for corporate mergers. Plus, why electric vehicles are getting cheaper, why homebuilders are feeling a flush of confidence, and the WTO urges countries not to restrict food exports in the wake of Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea grain deal.
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