The Business News Headlines 13 February 2025

It's looking more and more like we can't catch a break when it comes to inflation. This is the Business News Headlines for Thursday the 13th day of February and that story kicks us off this afternoon. And remember, should you want to follow us on social media you can find us all day on Twitter or "X" @IOB_NewsHour and on Instagram. Facebook? Sure were there too.  And our website is just a click away where you can scroll through all of our newscasts. Here's what we've got for you today and in under 11 minutes::

• Wholesale inflation ticks up and what that means;
• Yes, more "Tariff Talk" for you that impacts friends and foes;
• Heard about Scout Motors?  You will today;
• Valentine's Day: Something to fear or celebrate?
• Spending on Valentine's Day will be big and we know what you are buying;
• We have new  USDA and Health and Human Services bosses;
• The Wall Street Report;
• And, some scary numbers when it comes to consumer debt.

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