Why are HDMI Cables for HDTVs So Expensive?

It really is quite a racket. You buy a new HDTV and it may not come with the appropriate cable to connect it to your cable box. Why is that? It is done so the retailer can sell you a VERY expensive cable. And you, maybe not knowing better, might fall for the ploy. Here's why you should not pay huge amounts like over $100 for fancy HDMI cables.