Nov 25, 2021

High gas prices could have staying power during the holidays

The price of crude oil has risen $3 to about $75 per barrel since Iran elected Ebrahim Raisi president last week. Justin Sullivan via Getty Images

Also today: We look into how the kinks in the supply chain could open up opportunities for gift cards. The BBC hits the streets of London to see how it does Thanksgiving.

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Supply chain slowdowns could make it a big year for gift cards

by Meghan McCarty Carino

Nov 25, 2021

E-commerce and consumer habits of younger shoppers have made them increasingly popular.

Once considered thoughtless and impersonal, gift cards have become increasingly popular and are expected to be a big seller this year.

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Higher gas prices are likely here to stay through the holidays

by Justin Ho

Nov 25, 2021

President Biden has released 50 million barrels of oil from strategic reserves, but oil production hasn't caught up to pre-pandemic levels.

Gas prices are nearly 60% higher than this time last year, according to AAA.

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The team

David Brancaccio Host

Victoria Craig Host, BBC

Stephen Ryan Senior Producer, BBC

Jonathan Frewin Producer, BBC

Daniel Shin Producer

Jay Siebold Technical Director

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Rose Conlon Producer

Redmond Carolipio Digital Producer

Jesson Duller Media Producer

Brian Allison Technical Director

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