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01.08.2025
27 Minuten
The Bureau of Labor Statistic’s July jobs report came in far
below expectations. May and June’s counts were also revised down
significantly. What’s a president — one who’s championed
contentious economic policies — to do? Fire the BLS chief,
apparently. In this episode, what happens if
President Donald Trump turns federal data collection
into a partisan tool. Plus: Medium-sized companies are
hit hardest by tariffs and digital price labels are coming to a
grocery store near you.
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31.07.2025
26 Minuten
Employers announced around 62,000 job cuts in July, according to
a report from Challenger, Gray & Christmas. That’s up nearly
a third from June, and more than double the number of July 2024
layoffs. In this episode, we dissect whether this just a blip, or
something to stress about. Plus: Federal data erosion comes with
consequences, prices rise but stay behind wage growth, and
private equity takes notice of the youth sports market.
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30.07.2025
27 Minuten
U.S. GDP grew at a healthy clip in the second quarter of 2025.
But a mathematical equation can’t convey nuance — like, say, six
months of tariff chaos. Clear away the trade drama, and the
country’s economic growth was more subdued. Also in this episode:
The Fed keeps rates as-is despite historic “no” votes from
committee members, crypto firms campaign for stablecoin to be the
new credit card, and the private sector added about 70,000
service sector jobs in July.
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29.07.2025
26 Minuten
Consumer confidence ticked up in June, according to The
Conference Board. At the same time, confidence in the labor
market weakened for a seventh consecutive month. In this episode,
what good are a bunch of confident consumers if they're stressed
about finding work? Plus: SNAP cuts will hurt grocery stores,
Americans have to buy foreign goods if we want other countries to
buy our goods, and tariff costs negate productivity growth
benefits.
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28.07.2025
26 Minuten
Since it’s unlikely the Fed will make any interest rate moves at
this week’s meeting, it’s safe to assume rates will stay up for
at least a while longer. That means potential borrowers are
weighing whether to wait out the Fed or get access to capital
now, despite the cost. In this episode, local bankers tell us
about the current lending climate. Plus: The EU promises to
increase U.S. energy spending, credit card issuers lean in to
premium cards with high fees, and Congress makes major changes to
vehicle fuel efficiency regulations.
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Über diesen Podcast
Every weekday, host Kai Ryssdal helps you make sense of the day's
business and economic news — no econ degree or finance background
required. "Marketplace" takes you beyond the numbers, bringing you
context. Our team of reporters all over the world speak with CEOs,
policymakers and regular people just trying to get by.
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