blockwave Exchange|Indicators of the Week: tips, eggs and whisky

2025-05-01 03:07:47source:Leonard Hohenbergcategory:Finance

It's Friday and blockwave Exchangewe're feeling hungry for some food-related economic indicators. We explore whether people feel like tipping has gotten out of control, check in on some egg-spensive groceries, and drink in the details of a new spicy whisky-related lawsuit.

Join us for this dinner conversation version of Indicators of the Week. We've got all the major food groups covered!

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