Marketplace Morning Report

Hong Kong protests disrupt travel and financial markets. Limited internet access in some areas could make trouble for census counters. Plus, is the so-called “death of publishing” much ado about nothing?

Hong Kong protests shut down all flights coming in and out of the city. Another trade war is brewing between the U.S. and Europe over airplane subsidies. Plus, keeping track of how much was and how much wasn’t planted during this recent, troubled farming season.

From the BBC World Service… Hong Kong cancels flights as protests continue. Guatemala’s president elect faces a host of economic challenges as he looks to rewrite a controversial U.S. immigration deal. Plus, growing concern about over-tourism in Venice.

How might uncertainty overseas help prospective homebuyers stateside? Competition keeps Uber’s profits low. Plus, finding an alternative to those expensive payday loans… at work.

Bayer stock goes up with rumors of a settlement over its weed killer lawsuits. The price of oil is down thanks to the U.S. Plus, tracing the American food revolution back to Portland.

From the BBC World Service… Criminal charges are unveiled in the long-running 1MDB scandal. Fresh Italian political uncertainty ripples through markets. Plus, it’s another weekend of peaceful protests in Hong Kong.

It’s all about high-yield bonds these days. The pizza biz isn’t what it used to be. A fresh look at carbon capture. Plus, as if ramen weren’t good enough already, now it’s even more Instagram-friendly.

From the BBC World Service… China’s exports rise despite the U.S. trade feud. Chevron moves to offset its environmental impact with carbon storage unit. Plus, workers try to save shipyard famous for building The Titanic.

Chinese exports rise despite its trade spat with the U.S. So does the value of gold. Plus, food servers might not have to live on tips alone much longer.

Trade tensions and a currency fight mean one thing: uncertainty. Apple rolls out its credit card. Plus, companies are assessing whether those high-achieving jerks at work are worth the trouble.