NewsWatch: It’s meme stock Whac-A-Mole as retail crowd shifts from Petco to pickles to electric cars in two days

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Meme traders are rushing from pet food to canned food to electric minivans? Must be Reddit working the short sellers again. See full story.

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Here’s a look at what economists and investors will be watching for when the Fed’s two-day meeting ends on Wednesday. See full story.

Fear grows that Delta variant will become dominant COVID strain worldwide as WHO says it’s now in 74 countries

The Delta variant of COVID-19 has now been detected in 74 countries, prompting fears it will become the dominant strain around the world, as it continues to spread rapidly including in Southern U.S. states that have lagged on vaccination. See full story.

Underground Cellar wants to be like Robinhood but for buying and trading wine

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You could unwittingly triple your Medicare premiums — here’s what to watch for

These 5 financial moves could increase your Medicare premiums. See full story.

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