Marketplace Morning Report

From the BBC World Service… It's not often we hear about e-commerce behemoth retreating in any market it's entered. But today, Amazon is preparing to close its online store that connects local buyers and sellers. Then, Bank of England Governor Mark Carney launched a new initiative for 34 central banks to "green the financial system." It comes as a group called Extinction Rebellion takes to the streets of London to protest inaction on climate change. We speak to one of the participants and the BBC's environment analyst about how city officials all around the world are starting to put more serious focus on the issue.

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Germany lowers its growth expectations, but is slowing in the European economy a forgone conclusion at this point? A new study finds all those work programs to get you to stay fit don't actually do much. Plus, we take a look at how some companies' embrace of minimalist branding and fonts can be good for business. Today's show is sponsored by BitSight Technologies, Capitol One and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

Apple and Qualcomm settle their lawsuits over patent royalties. Tobacco stocks surge after a pro-regulation FDA commissioner leaves the agency as companies turn to vaping. Plus, Emporia, Kansas -- once called the "best small town in America to escape from" by "The Onion" -- is making it clear that brain drain is no joke. Today's show is sponsored by BitSight Technologies, Capitol One and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

From the BBC World Service… China's economy grew faster than expected in the first quarter, but at a slower pace than it did a year ago. Is the world's second-biggest economy beginning to shake off the impact of its ongoing trade spat with the United States? Then, economic growth and job creation are two big issues for voters in Indonesia today who are electing their next president. We'll take you to a polling station to talk about how people there are deciding for whom to cast their ballots. Plus, the popular video app TikTok gets pulled in India.

Today's show is sponsored by BitSight Technologies, Capitol One and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

It turns out fears of a global economic slowdown might have been overblown, at least as far as investors are concerned. After efforts to make visits to the mall "experiential," the former monuments to capitalism are still struggling to attract shoppers. Plus, despite its infamous history, moonshine is making a comeback. Today's show is sponsored by the Alliance for Lifetime Income, Acquia and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

For those lucky enough to get refunds this tax season, it might be time to attend to that medical issue they've been putting off. AT&T is selling its stake in Hulu, which is now valued at $15 billion. Plus, what happens when you try to trademark a business the name of which you can't say on the radio? Today's show is sponsored by the Alliance for Lifetime Income, Acquia and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

From the BBC World Service... It's still there: That’s the sentiment from Parisians waking up this morning and seeing the outline of the Notre Dame cathedral in the skyline after a fire raged through it overnight. But what happens next is complicated since ownership of the 850-year-old structure is tricky, and costs for rebuilding are likely to mount as damage is assessed in the coming days. Then, Foxconn's chairman hints at a presidential run in Taiwan. Then, a look at the cultural significance of heavy metal music in the U.K.

Today's show is sponsored by the Alliance for Lifetime Income, Acquia and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

The International Monetary Fund warns about a global slowdown. With Donald Trump's continued criticism of the Federal Reserve, European central bankers are concerned about its independence, warning U.S.-China trade tensions have prompted "a delicate moment" for the global economy. Plus, on tax day, we hear why one family decided not to go DIY this year. Today's show is sponsored by BitSight Technologies and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

American Airlines and Southwest have extended their flight cancellations through August due to the grounding of its Boeing 737-MAX fleets. Staying very much on brand, the White House declares Monday "Tax Cuts Day." But the only thing slashed for the average taxpayer this year was their refund. Plus, Netflix raises its subscription prices. Will the hike pay off for the company and its viewers? Today's show is sponsored by BitSight Technologies and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.

From the BBC World Service… India's oldest private air carrier, Jet Airways, is trying to secure emergency funds to keep it in operation. Our correspondent outside the company's headquarters in Mumbai calls it a do or die moment not just for the airline, but for the pilots and staff who haven't been paid in at least four months. Then, whether or not you eagerly anticipated the premiere of the final "Game of Thrones" season, there's no denying the hit TV show has fans all around the world. And over the last eight seasons, they've flocked to Northern Ireland, where many of the scenes were shot, helping give the region a big economic boost.

Today's show is sponsored by BitSight Technologies and Wasabi Hot Cloud Storage.