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AMC Theaters Scraps Plans to Charge More for Good Seats

August 4, 2023 ~ EconEye Admin ~ Leave a comment

AMC’s tiered seat pricing test showed most moviegoers who previously sat in the preferred Sightline section continued to choose those seats, even with an upcharge.—cnn.com

New York AG Warns of Price Gouging on Masks Amid Air Quality Issues

June 12, 2023 ~ EconEye Admin ~ Leave a comment

Consumers are purchasing facemasks, air purifiers, and air filters as smoke drifts over New York from Canada’s wildfires. As demand rises, New York’s Attorney General is warning consumers to be wary of price gouging. New York law prohibits businesses from selling vital goods for an excessive price during emergencies.—usatoday.com

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