Marketplace Morning Report

We look at the bright side of extremely low interest rates with Diane Swonk. We also examine the growing trend of transit van sales. Then, we look at how climate change could be affecting the U.K. economy.

We give you an update on the trade war, where it appears China will hold off on retaliating against the U.S. for now. We also look at how the Democratic party pushed for candidates to show a strong donation presence if they want to take part in the next debate. Then, a survey finds that immigrants make a positive impact on the Atlanta economy.

We shed some light on the confusion over what happens next. Then, Africa could be the next frontier for AI. Plus, how gardeners in London are tackling climate change.

We talk with Susan Schmidt about the psychology of the markets, following an opinion piece from a ex-Fed official that’s ignited discourse about the Fed and its role in politics. Also, BP is pulling out of Alaska after 60 years. Then, we hear how law schools are offering prospective students more test options to possibly improve diversity.

From the BBC World Service … The U.K. government seeks a suspension of Parliament as Brexit looms. South Korea gets dropped from Japan’s list of most-favored trading partners. Sunday retailing is controversial in Britain.

The tariff saga is now poised to affect the world of electronics. Consumers and retailers like Best Buy are doing what they can to prepare. In China, the nation’s social credit score system could extend to companies. Also, we look at an East Coast service that offers products in reusable packaging.

Pharma giant Johnson & Johnson has been ordered by a judge to pay $572 million for underplaying the impact of opioids. We examine what the verdict means. Karyn Cavanaugh checks in to talk about the markets, and we look at how a new Golden State law allows cooks to sell food from home.

The Federal Election Commission, the entity that watches over campaign finances, is down another commissioner, and we examine what kind of damage that will do. Also, we have the story of one man leaving his budding career in the U.S. to move back to China and be a pro Lego builder. Finally, we look in on how KFC is starting to offer non-meat options.

Iran’s President Rouhani reiterates that he will only talk to the U.S. if sanctions are lifted. A Grammy-winning musician secures $250 million for Africa’s women entrepreneurs.

It’s time to talk about the markets with Julia Coronado. We also look at Bankrate’s rankings of the most and least “valuable” college degrees. Then, in Mexico, entrepreneurs are getting into the electric car business and making it as local as possible: all-Mexican parts, talent and design.