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Quarterly earnings season kicks off with some positive reports
April 11, 2024 15:24 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBDelta Air Lines reported strong sales and summer demand; Constellation Brands reported strong beer sales; CarMax struggled amid high prices and interest rates; initial jobless claims declined to 211,000 last week; ECB maintains record high interest rate.
Unpacking the extent of this year’s FASFA mess
April 11, 2024 14:36 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBOn Wednesday, Republicans, Democrats and college officials took to Capitol Hill to vent about the Education Department’s botched rollout of a newer, simplified FAFSA form. That’s the form high school students fill out and send to colleges to determine financial aid offers — and it’s affected millions of students. We’ll also discuss fresh wholesale inflation figures and get a sneak peak at the latest season of Marketplace’s “Million Bazillion” podcast, which tackles kids’ biggest money questi...
Meta trials a new feature to protect teens
April 11, 2024 12:02 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBMeta’s latest answer to protecting kids on Instagram is automatically blurring images that may contain nudity. The company says it will test this on the platform’s direct messaging feature. We’ll parse the details. Plus, the FCC is requiring large internet providers to post “broadband nutrition labels” that provide a snapshot of charges and performance data. Will they impact consumers’ internet diet? And a recent survey finds that CEOs are feeling pretty optimistic.
A death sentence for one of the biggest bank frauds in history
April 11, 2024 11:43 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBFrom the BBC World Service: A Vietnamese court sentenced property developer Truong My Lan to death after she was convicted of taking $44 billion from one of Vietnam’s largest banks. Also, South Korea’s liberal opposition party won in a landslide majority in the country’s general election. And paralympian Stef Reid is asking sportswear companies who use amputee athletes in their marketing why it’s not possible to buy single shoes.
The race to resurrect the dodo
April 11, 2024 10:09 - 9 minutes - 11.8 MBMore than 99% of all species that have lived on Earth are now extinct — something humans have certainly had a hand in. There’s now an entire scientific discipline devoted to bringing some of these species back. If you’re picturing those cloning scenes from “Jurassic Park” right now, we get it. But “de-extinction” is not quite that. Beth Shapiro is the chief science officer at Colossal Biosciences, a bioengineering startup working on de-extinction. She explained to Marketplace’s Lily Jamali h...
Hear that? That’s the sound of millions of Americans dusting off their ACs.
April 10, 2024 23:11 - 26 minutes - 11.8 MBInflation is hotter than anticipated, according to today’s consumer price index. Electricity, for instance, cost 5% more year over year. And in the coming months, demand for electricity is expected to grow — scientists predict this summer is gonna be a hot one. In this episode, an air conditioning price forecast. Plus, the lone busy cargo facility in Baltimore, country music’s Black influences and an economic fortuneteller that’s always changing its mind.
The last mile of the inflation fight just got bumpy
April 10, 2024 22:23 - 15 minutes - 11.8 MBInflation is coming in hot! Today’s consumer price index shows prices kept rising in March. Kai Ryssdal explains the one thing everybody should be doing right about now in addition to taking a deep breath! Plus, the rising cost of insurance — from homeowners coverage to life insurance — and what companies are doing to dump customers. Also, hear a whale talk to a scientist. Here’s everything we talk about today: “Hot Inflation Report Derails Case for Fed’s June Rate Cut” from The Wall Stree...
Inflation was up, sending stocks down
April 10, 2024 21:21 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBThe annual rate of CPI inflation ticked up in March; Accounting giant KPMG fined $25 million in exam-cheating scandal; Trump Organization’s former CFO gets 5 months jail sentence for perjury.
Two years left to “save the world,” U.N. climate chief warns
April 10, 2024 15:28 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBThe U.N.’s Simon Stiell is calling for changes in global finance to help fund climate change response; inflation increased to 3.5% in March, the Labor Department says; starting today, broadband providers must provide price labels; Google, Intel unveil advanced chips for A.I.
Interest rates are not coming down any time soon
April 10, 2024 14:36 - 9 minutes - 11.8 MBThat’s the conclusion of many investors this morning, following the release of the consumer price index. Consumer inflation clocked in at 3.5% annually, while central bankers are looking for a figure closer to 2%. We’ll talk through the data. Plus, a European court ruled that two Russian oligarchs were wrongly sanctioned following Russia’a invasion of Ukraine. And the Congressional Budget Office found that immigration means gains for U.S. economy.
I mean, it’s one home. What could it cost? A million dollars?
April 10, 2024 11:53 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBThe value of a typical home has reached $1 million or more in 550 U.S. cities, according to Zillow. That’s a record high, and those not-so-affordable homes are proliferating well beyond the usual high-cost metro areas like New York, San Francisco and LA. Also on the program: what to expect from today’s consumer price index report and how a cocktail with roots in wartime propaganda manages to stay relevant.
The rise of AI fashion models
April 10, 2024 11:33 - 4 minutes - 11.8 MBAI models are increasingly being used by the fashion industry, as they save time and money. Some models and agencies are fans, but others want to see more protection for the image rights of models. What does it all mean for the fashion industry? The BBC’s Sam Gruet reports.
South Korea goes to the polls
April 10, 2024 10:59 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBFrom the BBC World Service: Rising food prices, strikes and paying for an aging population were familiar themes as South Koreans voted today. Then, Spain has become the latest country to scrap so-called “golden visas,” where foreign nationals are granted residency rights in exchange for investments. And later, we hear about the aviation industry’s race against time to produce enough sustainable aviation fuel to meet the industry’s growing demands.
The EV market’s growing pains
April 09, 2024 23:54 - 34 minutes - 11.8 MBThere’s a lot of buzz about a slowdown in the electric vehicle market. EV sales, while still growing, are not accelerating at the pace of just a few years ago. At the same time, EV makers from Tesla to General Motors and Ford are pushing back EV plans. So, what gives? On the show today, Robinson Meyer of Heatmap explains what’s really happening with the U.S. EV market, what it’s going to take to rev it back up, competition from China and whether moves by the Biden administration will be eno...
Copper prices are climbing
April 09, 2024 22:46 - 28 minutes - 11.8 MBCurious about which way the global economy’s headed? Take a look at copper prices. Demand for the metal is soaring, and copper futures are now at the highest levels in almost two years. Also in this episode: $10 billion. That’s how much Blackstone’s paying to acquire luxury apartment owner AIR Communities. Plus, the impact of a federal shutdown on tribal nations and the latest for a seller of records and comics in Jackson, Mississippi.
A mixed day on Wall Street
April 09, 2024 21:40 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBSmall business optimism falls; gold hits a new record; EPA tightens rules for chemical plants.
Small business owners are in a sour mood
April 09, 2024 14:48 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBSmall business hiring plans are at the lowest levels since May 2020, NFIB finds; Norfolk Southern agrees to $600 million settlement for East Palestine derailment; EPA issues tougher chemical plant emissions rule; European countries along North Sea form alliance to protect infrastructure.
Attention Walmart shoppers: You may be entitled to compensation
April 09, 2024 14:42 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBWalmart has opted to settle a $45 million class-action lawsuit over allegedly inflating prices for certain products sold by weight, such as produce and meat products. That means if you purchased “weighted goods” from Walmart, you could be eligible for a payout of up to $500. Plus, investors are braced for the release of March’s consumer price index tomorrow, and we examine how funding from the CHIPS Act is being doled out.
Local news outlets are struggling. What are some solutions?
April 09, 2024 11:37 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MB“What we’re living through is a historic, tectonic change in how news is produced, consumed and paid for,” says Tim Franklin at Northwestern University’s Local News Initiative. And he’s feeling encouraged. Today, we’ll discuss some of the economic models that could help bolster the sustainability of local news. But first, Tesla recently settled a case challenging how the company marketed its driver-assistance technology. We’ll hear more.
Europe’s green tech concerns
April 09, 2024 11:05 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBFrom the BBC World Service: After U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned about cheap Chinese green imports, business leaders in Europe are sharing their concerns about Beijing’s impact on the sector. Then, the money-laundering of 27 people connected to the Panama Papers gets underway. And later: Politicians have long utilized social media to reach voters. But whether (semi-embarassing) short dance videos are in store, is utilizing TikTok the right move for politicians?
How are cars made?
April 09, 2024 10:00 - 34 minutes - 11.8 MBBridget and Ryan are back for a whole new season of “Million Bazillion”! Since we’ve been away, Ryan’s developed an interest in soapbox car racing — just in time for a question from Abigail about how cars are made. Bridget and Ryan head to a car factory to find out the answer. By the end of the episode, they’ll need to put their newfound knowledge (and Ryan’s skills as a soapbox racer) to the test! If your family is interested in learning more about cars, check out the page for this episode...
The hidden meanings of the AI industry’s favorite words
April 09, 2024 09:40 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBWe hear words like “safety” and “transparency” thrown around in the artificial intelligence industry, but they don’t always mean the same things to a tech insider that they do to the rest of us. Luckily, tech journalist Karen Hao wrote a helpful glossary of 50 AI ethics terms to help us make sense of what tech leaders really mean by the words they use. Marketplace’s Meghan McCarty Carino spoke with her about some of the double meanings on her list.
A new round of student debt relief
April 08, 2024 22:37 - 11 minutes - 11.8 MBThe Biden administration is in a mad dash to address student debt relief ahead of the presidential election. A new plan could benefit tens of millions of Americans. We’ll explain. Plus, a Kai rant about a CEO who gets too much attention. And, there seems to be a market for everything! We’ll tell you about a new fad involving kids and mini pencils. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Biden announces new student debt relief plan for millions of borrowers” from The Hill “Biden seeks s...
Messaging matters
April 08, 2024 22:31 - 27 minutes - 11.8 MBThere have been mixed messages on interest rate cuts, and that uncertainty is weighing on consumers. As the Federal Reserve continues its effort to bring inflation down to 2%, economists watch how consumers interpret that kind of messaging and what their expectations are. Also in this episode: Black unemployment spikes, the impact of cyberattacks on small businesses and the growing use of psychometric assessments for job seekers.
Eclipse boosts tourism along path
April 08, 2024 21:04 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBA muted day on Wall Street; consumers’ inflation expectations are stable; Biden Administration to provide more student loan relief.
The solar eclipse economy is outshining Aprils past
April 08, 2024 15:39 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBA slow period for tourism has gotten an eclipse boost; salvage crews begin removing containers off ship that crashed into Baltimore bridge; Biden administration is canceling accrued interest on student loan debt; Commerce Department to provide $6.6 billion to TSMC to build chip manufacturing hub in Phoenix.
When college costs $100,000 a year
April 08, 2024 13:29 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBYou may want to shield your eyes. No, we’re not talking about the solar eclipse — though please do wear the appropriate glasses. Today, we’re talking about eye-popping college costs. One such example? At Vanderbilt University, some students could see a sticker price of nearly $100,000 for the upcoming school year. Also on the show: President Joe Biden’s latest student loan forgiveness plan and Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s “difficult conversations” in China.
Women pay more for health care. It adds up.
April 08, 2024 11:40 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBAccording to a Deloitte study, employed women pay $15 billion more each year for out-of-pocket health care than men do. We’ll unpack the reasons why and the toll these extravagant costs can take. In other health news, federal officials are taking a closer look at the role of private equity in health care. Also, two lawmakers on Capitol Hill have proposed national standards on data privacy. We’ll discuss.
Brazil judge launches Musk inquiry
April 08, 2024 11:14 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBFrom the BBC World Service: A Supreme Court judge in Brazil has launched an investigation into Elon Musk after he said he’ll defy a court order to block certain accounts on X, formerly known as Twitter. Also on the program: A chip giant looks to build a factory in Arizona, we take a closer look at seller fees on eBay, and small business owners react to TikTok’s uncertain future in the U.S.
Facial recognition part of Israel’s arsenal in Gaza war
April 08, 2024 10:03 - 11 minutes - 11.8 MBIt’s been six months of war in the Gaza Strip since Hamas attacked Israel on Oct. 7. The destruction and death have been profound, and nearly every aspect of life in the roughly 140-square-mile territory has been upended. The New York Times recently reported that the Israeli military is using facial recognition artificial intelligence to monitor Palestinians in Gaza. The government hasn’t publicly acknowledged it, but reporter Sheera Frenkel spoke to Israeli intelligence officers, military ...
Let’s talk about earthquakes and the economy
April 06, 2024 00:22 - 29 minutes - 11.8 MBToday, we’re talking earthquakes! First, our East Coast-based hosts react to the shaking on their side of the country. Then, we’ll examine how earthquake preparedness in Taiwan saved lives and prevented a big problem for the global tech economy. Later, we’ll weigh in on restoring blue check marks on X, New York earthquake memes and solar eclipse tourism in a round of Half Full/Half Empty! Here’s everything we talked about today: “Taiwan’s earthquake preparedness saved a lot of lives — and...
Cool your jets! Hold your horses! Slow your (manufacturing) roll!
April 05, 2024 22:56 - 26 minutes - 11.8 MBTreasury Secretary Janet Yellen is back in China, less than a year since her last visit. In 2023, she was focused on gently reopening communication channels. This time she has a clear message: You’re making too much stuff. In this episode, why the U.S., Japan and some European countries are pressuring China to slow its manufacturing sector. Plus, we’ll hear from cargo ship workers stranded in Baltimore and learn about the welder shortage.
Economy adds 303,000 jobs in March
April 05, 2024 20:39 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBStocks close higher; average pay continues to outpace inflation; unemployment rate ticks down; consumer credit rises.
The economy added a lot more new jobs than expected last month
April 05, 2024 16:02 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBPrivate and public employers added 303,000 jobs in March; average wages increased 0.3% between February and March; engineers expect to increase vessel access to Baltimore’s port by the end of the month; Yellen, in China visit, points to manufacturing overcapacity.
A lot of businesses want to use AI to cut staff
April 05, 2024 15:22 - 6 minutes - 11.8 MBA survey of corporate executives in the U.S. and elsewhere finds that nearly half expect to employ fewer people because of new artificial intelligence tools — and they expect that change to happen in the next five years. We’ll hear more. Plus, hiring was stronger than expected last month, continuing the Fed’s predicament. And later on the show, an immigrant family in Waterloo, Iowa, reflects on multigenerational living.
Checking in on a crew stranded in the Port of Baltimore
April 05, 2024 11:33 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBMore than a week after the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, the crews of eight large cargo ships are stuck in Baltimore’s port indefinitely. Today, we tag along with a port chaplain who’s helping care for the crew members, offering a lifeline of comfort and connection. We’ll also preview March’s jobs numbers and hear about “green bank” government grants to aid the clean energy transition.
McDonald’s to buy back its Israeli restaurants
April 05, 2024 10:53 - 6 minutes - 11.8 MBFrom the BBC World Service: McDonald’s is buying back all its stores in Israel following global boycotts over the Israel-Hamas War. We discuss the franchisee business model and what customers could make of the move. Then, Argentina is expected to face its worse-ever dengue season yet, and there’s a shortage of insect repellent. Plus, Saudi Arabia has struck a lucrative deal to host the Women’s Tennis Association Finals for three years.
The FCC tackles net neutrality, Google commits to voiding billions of data records and Jon Stewart spills about working with Apple
April 05, 2024 10:09 - 10 minutes - 11.8 MBGoogle has agreed to destroy billions of browser data records to settle a class action suit alleging that the tech giant misled users about how Chrome tracked them in “Incognito mode.” Plus, “Daily Show” host Jon Stewart reveals that Apple discouraged him from interviewing Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan on his Apple TV+ podcast, “The Problem with Jon Stewart.” It’s a window into the “creative differences” that led to the abrupt end of the show last fall and the pressure creators fa...
The economic ripple effects of the Baltimore bridge collapse
April 04, 2024 22:52 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBToday, we’re picking guest host Amy Scott’s brain about two major news stories: the Baltimore bridge collapse and the recent Realtors settlement. We have lots of questions for the Baltimore resident and senior Marketplace correspondent covering all things housing! Plus, we’ll celebrate an American teen who made figure skating history. Here’s everything we talked about today: “Key Bridge disaster slows or stops Baltimore port jobs” from Marketplace “Maryland legislators hope to help port w...
The right to disconnect
April 04, 2024 22:43 - 27 minutes - 11.8 MBThe legal right to ignore an after-hours call from your boss might seem appealing but unlikely. A California lawmaker, though, hopes to follow the lead of a dozen countries that have laws against it. Allowing employees to disconnect could be a plus for overall health and happiness, but not everyone supports the bill. Plus, women suffer a setback in the C-suite, economic data feels sorta choose-your-own-adventure right now, and denim is eternal.
Imports, exports rise in February
April 04, 2024 21:21 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBStocks fall; imports of consumer goods, food and vehicles increase; Cleveland Fed president wants to see a couple more months of data; unemployment claims rise.
No more panic shopping
April 04, 2024 17:00 - 34 minutes - 11.8 MBWhat’s behind our desire to reinvent ourselves through fashion? Is it even possible to shop sustainably? This week on the show, Reema sets out to answer these questions with help from fashion educator and sustainable stylist Lakyn Carlton, who shares her own journey away from fast fashion. Plus, producer Alice Wilder takes Reema on a thrifting journey in North Carolina, hunting for work clothes that will allow Reema to feel like herself without breaking the bank. This is Part 1 of our two-p...
Disney’s streaming service to crack down on password sharing
April 04, 2024 15:10 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBDisney CEO says password crackdown coming in June; Boeing pays Alaska Airlines $160 million for Max problems; Kiss sells catalog to virtual concert creator; initial jobless claims rise to two-month high, but are still historically low.
The drama of Disney and the activist shareholder
April 04, 2024 14:56 - 8 minutes - 11.8 MBSometimes, annual corporate shareholder meetings are mundane. That was not the case this year at Disney, where there was an unusually bitter and public battle for say in how the company is run. We’ll take a closer examination of the proxy battle and its outcome. Also on the program: expectations of March job gains, the Fed’s no-win situation, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s trip to China and airline responses to Boeing’s production delays.
A legacy to protect
April 04, 2024 11:58 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBThursday marks 56 years since Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee. On today’s program, we hear how Dr. King’s family is fighting to maintain access to the civiil rights leader’s words, continuing to safeguard his intellectual property, and promoting a legacy of nonviolent social change and racial unity. We’ll also learn more about a decline in the number of women in c-suite positions last year.
Yellen to press China on cheap green tech
April 04, 2024 11:21 - 7 minutes - 11.8 MBFrom the BBC World Service: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is to meet officials in China for the second time in less than a year. What exactly can we expect from visit with government officials and business leaders? Then, Kenya’s health care system is in chaos as 4,000 public sector doctors and workers have gone on strike. Also: how is AI changing the next generation of prosthetics for people with disabilities?
Why are fake obituaries cluttering Google — and upsetting loved ones?
April 04, 2024 10:10 - 10 minutes - 11.8 MBFake obituaries have become an online trend. They exploit tragedy for profit and have raised concerns about the reliability of search engines. Marketplace’s Lily Jamali discussed the problem with reporter Mia Sato of The Verge. Her investigation uncovered a network of websites generating this content using search engine optimization, or SEO, tactics. Sato also covered the story of Brian Vastag, a journalist who experienced this abuse when he read his own fake obituary along with that of his...
A rough time for startups
April 03, 2024 22:38 - 26 minutes - 11.8 MBVenture investments fell in the first quarter of 2024 to a near five-year low, PitchBook says. Funds started falling when the Federal Reserve first raised interest rates, and large exits have slowed in the past couple of years. Plus, “another test for the community”: Where Baltimore port workers and nearby businesses stand. Also, how campaign ads shape voters’ economic views and what the Realtors settlement means for buyers and sellers.
It’s the end of an era for giant GE
April 03, 2024 21:38 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MBGeneral Electric is breaking up! The megacorporation is splintering off into three separate companies. We’ll get into what that means for one of America’s biggest industrial conglomerates. Also, guest host Amy Scott joins us to discuss the dangers of humanitarian work in times of war. And dynamic pricing is coming for checked luggage. We’ll get smart (and angry!) about airline baggage fees. Here’s everything we talked about today: “José Andrés: Let People Eat” from The New York Times “Is...
Private sector adds 184,000 jobs in March
April 03, 2024 20:49 - 1 minute - 11.8 MBStocks close mixed; leisure and hospitality sector adds most jobs; service sector expands at slower pace; Powell says the Fed remains on track for rate cuts.