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Eventually, these strains could be enough to depress the economy, especially if interest rates keep rising.

From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026

The airline industry has had to temper its plans to expand flight offerings in response to rising costs from the Iran conflict, which began at the end of February.

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

A week that saw stocks notch several days of record highs ended on a down note, as artificial intelligence optimism took a back seat to worries over rising interest rates and geopolitics.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

The American Petroleum Institute and agricultural groups supported the bill, citing rising gas prices and increased demand for U.S. corn.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

To his shame, furious tears were rising in his eyes; he forced himself to push them down again.

From "Impossible Creatures" by Katherine Rundell