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U.S. wholesale inflation came in stronger than expected again in May, adding to concerns that the impact of stronger fuel costs will force companies to pass higher costs on to consumers.
From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026
Unless the state acts, contaminated water will continue running off businesses’ parking lots into drains, adding to the “toxic soup” in Southern California waterways, said Bruce Reznik, executive director of Los Angeles Waterkeeper.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
Paris-listed shares jumped 8.2%, adding to a rally that has led the stock to nearly triple its value since the start of the year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
Rising bills have pushed up the cost of retirement, it said, adding to calls for action to boost retirement savings.
From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026
Kwang, though, kept pushing, adding to his wholesale stores by eventually leasing plants in North Carolina to assemble in part the machines he sold for the Italian and German manufacturers.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
