Regulators say the acquisition would reduce competition, impacting patients and innovation. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit to stop GTCR BC Holdings’ (GTCR) acquisition of…
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Justice Department Opens Antitrust Investigation into Rising Egg Prices
Officials suspect large egg producers collaboratively raising prices and reducing supply. The Department of Justice (DOJ) opened an investigation into rising U.S. egg prices last week to explore…
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FTC Ends No-Hire Agreements in Building Services Industry
Planned building services were ordered to eliminate restrictions on worker mobility. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has recently finalized an order requiring Planned Building Services and its affiliated…
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U.S. and Canada to Discuss USMCA and Deescalate Tariffs
The commerce secretary had expressed optimism that an agreement would be made. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced that Canada and the U.S. will be discussing the trade relationship…
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President Trump Calls to Lower Cost of Oil
OPEC announces a plan to increase production. When President Donald Trump addressed Davos in January, he called for the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) to bring…
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National Park Service Extends Lease for Energy Infrastructure at Historic Site
The new agreement supports New York City’s energy needs and preserves Floyd Bennett Field. The Department of the Interior (DOI) announced a 10-year lease extension between the National…
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Honda Plans Production Move From Mexico to Indiana to Avoid Tariffs
President Trump’s 25 percent tariffs on goods from Mexico and Canada increase interest in U.S. production. Honda is exploring moving manufacturing of the next generation Civic to Indiana…
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SEC Drops Coinbase Case to Refocus on Crypto Regulation
New Crypto Task Force plans to build clearer rules for digital assets. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) recently agreed to dismiss its civil enforcement case against Coinbase…
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Taiwan Semiconductor to Invest $100 Billion in AZ Manufacturing
President Trump makes a joint announcement with the company. President Donald Trump joined Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company in announcing a $100 billion investment in the company’s Arizona-based microchip…
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Meets with Australian Treasurer and Ambassador in D.C.
U.S. tariffs primary topic during the first meeting of fiscal leaders. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent welcomed Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers to Washington D.C. for a week of…
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