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Marketplace Morning Report

In less than 10 minutes, we"ll get you up to speed on all the news you missed overnight. Throughout the morning, Marketplace"s David Brancaccio will bring you the latest business and economic stories you need to know to start your day. And before U.S. markets open, you"ll get a global markets update from the BBC World Service in London.

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00:06:47

Can the bull market last?

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/22

Stocks are on a winning streak. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq indexes all closed at record highs on Friday. Now, everything that goes up can go down, but there are some reasons to think the bulls may stick around for a while. We'll hear more. And later, Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is pushing for stricter regulations on drug advertising. What could change?

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00:07:19

Where the U.S.-South Korea relationship stands now

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/22

From the BBC World Service: In his first broadcast interview since taking office, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung talked about the potential impact of the expulsion of Korean workers from a U.S. battery plant. Also on today's show: more disruption is expected at airports in Europe following a cyberattack; we do the numbers on costs associated with Europe's spate of wildfires this summer; and London's Oxford Street, one of the world's busiest shopping areas, went car-free for a day.

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00:06:29

A view of the economy from the upper Midwest

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/12

“Marketplace Morning Report” is breaking down the overall picture of the U.S. economy by zooming in on different regions and taking a closer look. Marketplace’s senior economics contributor Chris Farrell reports from St. Paul, Minnesota, about what’s happening in the Federal Reserve’s Ninth District — which includes most of the upper Midwest. Also: Paramount Skydance explores a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, and markets anticipate a Federal Reserve rate cut.

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00:06:48

"Truth is what statistics are all about"

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/12

"When you face bad economic numbers, you've got two choices: fix the economy or attack the numbers," says University of Michigan economist Justin Wolfers. Today, we'll discuss what to make of how the Bureau of Labor Statistics collects data on jobs and inflation, as well as the doubts cast on BLS under the second Trump administration. But first, grocery prices jumped in August. Thing is, tariffs aren't to blame.

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00:07:08

South Korea rethinks U.S. ties after Hyundai raid

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/12

From the BBC World Service: Hundreds of workers have returned home to South Korea following a raid by U.S. immigration at a Hyundai battery plant in Georgia. Officials said many workers violated their visas. This morning, we'll hear about the outrage South Koreans are feeling and the hesitance by South Korean companies to invest in the U.S. Then, Europe will get its first Universal theme park near Bedford, England. What economic benefits could the park bring?

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00:06:47

What's been brewing at the Starbucks labor union?

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/11

Unionized Starbucks workers are still without a contract after more than a year of bargaining. Both the company and the union say it’s the other side holding up negotiations at the bargaining table. Today, we'll hear from a founding member of the union representing workers there. Plus, consumer inflation is moving the wrong way. The consumer price index released this morning showed prices up 2.9% annually in August. We'll discuss.

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00:08:38

Mexico City residents are fed up with gentrification

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/10

Wealthier foreigners are driving up rental prices and driving out long-term residents in Mexico City. There have been demonstrations there this summer, with some protesters damaging shops and restaurants that cater to tourists. In the popular neighborhood of La Condesa, activists say that as many as one in five homes is now for shorter-term rentals. We'll hear how residents are feeling and learn how the government is responding. But first: good news on wholesale inflation.

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00:06:44

Lisa Cook can stay on at the Fed — for now

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/10

A U.S. district court issued a preliminary injunction barring President Donald Trump from ousting Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook, which means she can stay in her job while she fights her dismissal. The central bank is largely supposed to be insulated from politicians. However, this is unlikely to be the final word on the matter. And later, consumers have choices for many services. Why is that not the case with electricity providers?

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00:06:40

Trump lobbies the EU to pressure Moscow

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/10

From the BBC World Service: President Donald Trump is calling on the European Union to hit China and India — two major buyers of Russian oil — with tariffs of up to 100%. Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Commission, has been defending her trade agreement with the U.S. at a State of the Union address. Also, protesters in Mexico City have held several demonstrations recently over the growing issue of gentrification.

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00:06:36

Boosted immigration enforcement is reshaping Latin...

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/09

Latin music is not only popular — it’s big business. But Latin artists are increasingly having their live performances canceled as the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement efforts increase and as they encounter visa issues. We'll learn about the economic and cultural impacts. Also on the show: New Mexico will become the first state in the union to offer universal child care, and France's prime minister officially resigns as the country grapples with climbing debt.

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00:06:40

How are you feeling about capitalism?

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/09

American enthusiasm for capitalism is slipping, especially among Democrats. That’s the headline from a new Gallup poll out this week. In this latest survey, just 54% of respondents said they view capitalism positively. That’s down from 60% the last time Gallup asked in 2021. We'll hear more. Plus, we'll get fresh reads on consumer and producer prices this week. How much might these affect a rate cut by the Fed?

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00:06:23

France's financial crisis pushes its government to...

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/09

From the BBC World Service: France's push to get a grip on its debt problem is expected to result in the ousting of another prime minister, François Bayrou. President Emmanuel Macron must convince European allies and financial markets that he'll get a debt-reducing budget approved by the end of the year. Plus, as gold continues to hit record highs, London's bullion market is preparing to go digital. And the succession battle at Rupert Murdoch’s media empire has ended with his eldest son,

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00:07:00

Rural program cuts and reminders of the Great Recession

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/08

"Recent cuts to programs like SNAP and Medicaid really make it harder for rural Americans to get by day to day," says journalist Michelle Polizzi, who recently wrote about her experiences with housing insecurity in rural America during the 2008 financial crisis. This morning, she joins Marketplace's David Brancaccio to discuss safety net programs and financial hardship in rural areas. But first: an update on reports that hundreds of South Korean workers detained in a Georgia immigration

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00:06:41

Big wins for businesses that sell lotto tickets

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/08

This weekend’s Powerball jackpot was one of the largest in U.S. history; two lucky players will split the $1.787 billion winnings. But other winners include convenience stores and online lottery retailers, which see a surge in demand around these major jackpots. Also on the show: The U.S. government plans to target more businesses after a raid on a car battery plant construction project in Georgia, and we learn how federal layoffs have affected one family, six months on.

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00:06:56

Japan's prime minister is out, and markets are up

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/08

From the BBC World Service: Markets in Japan have reacted positively to the departure of the country's leader, Shigeru Ishiba, following recent election losses and despite a recent U.S. trade deal. Then, French Prime Minister François Bayrou looks set to lose a confidence vote over drastic budget cuts as the country faces mounting debt. And the United Kingdom is trying to tackle the high price of prisoner reoffending; in England and Wales, nearly a third of prison leavers end up back

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00:08:25

When tariff turbulence makes you feel like you're...

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/05

The business journalists at Marketplace have been on the rollercoaster of U.S. trade policy under the Trump administration. But along for the ride, too, are small business owners. Today, we'll hear the latest on where Trump's tariffs stand and learn how the COO of a Queens-based sound effect equipment business is handling the lack of predictability. But first: Just 22,000 jobs were added to the economy in August. How concerned should we be?

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00:08:14

Finally, a U.S.-Japan trade deal

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/05

The U.S. and Japan have finalized their trade deal a month and a half after it was announced. The White House says there will now be a 15% baseline tariff on nearly all Japanese imports and cut tariffs on Japanese cars almost in half. Also on the show: how climate change is showing up in our economy, what to make of a "delicate" and "vulnerable" job market, and which jobs are on the preliminary "no tax on tips" list.

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00:06:36

Chinese businesses to pick up pensions bill

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/05

From the BBC World Service: Up to now, bosses and employees in China have frequently bypassed pension regulations in return for higher wages; from this week, however, the rules are being enforced. We'll hear more. Plus, Jaguar Land Rover's embattled management has told staff to stay at home until Tuesday following a cyberattack. And, with fuel prices in Nigeria quadrupling over the last two years, many farmers are now tapping into the sun’s energy to keep water flowing.

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00:08:54

Taking the pulse of the job market

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/04

Economic data rolling out this week has helped paint a snapshot of the economy. We found out yesterday that 5.3 million people were hired and 5.3 million quit or were laid off in July. Fresh data out this morning revealed that the private sector added only 54,000 jobs last month. Today, we'll discuss this slowing job growth. Plus, an illegal sports streaming site is shut down, and Texas is restricting the ability of certain foreign nationals to own property.

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00:06:48

Federal job cuts lead to a black market boom ... for...

Marketplace Morning Report ·

2025/09/04

There's a black market trade for everything — including ants. (Yes, even ants.) And President Donald Trump has slashed the number of federal government employees, which included entomologists focused on pest control. Today, we'll look at what the illicit ant trade looks like and the sort of environmental and financial costs that can result from invasive species. But first, Trump has his first chance at reshaping the Federal Reserve through the nomination of Stephen Miran.

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