Marketplace Morning Report

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service ... A new trade deal to replace NAFTA is about to be sealed, with the U.S., Canada and Mexico all involved. We hear what concessions Canada has made to see it through. Macedonia can clear its way to join the European Union if it changes its name, but Greece, plus a botched referendum, are standing in the way. We look at if #foodporn changed the restaurant industry for better or worse. Finally, it could soon become enshrined in British law: restaurant owners must pass on all tips to waiting staff. Today's show is sponsored by Alliance for Lifetime Income (retireyourrisk.org), GAIN Capital Group, (gaincapital.com) and Selligent (selligent.com). (10/01/18)

(U.S. Edition) The U.S. and Canada have managed to iron out new terms for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) right before the U.S. imposed deadline, so now we have to learn about the letters USMCA. What do they mean? Then, we look back at the collapse of oil prices from two years ago, which led to a recession in the oil and gas industry. The price of crude has rebounded, but there are still some things to work around, according to our talk with Bob Dudley, CEO of BP. Today's show is sponsored by Alliance for Lifetime Income (retireyourrisk.org), GAIN Capital Group, (gaincapital.com) and Selligent (selligent.com). (10/01/18)

(Markets Edition) Canada joined the U.S. and Mexico to overhaul NAFTA. One of the sticking points that was resolved was that Canada would remove some of the protections on its dairy farms. Then, we talk about emerging economies, and how countries like India and South Africa are navigating life in the world economy. We also talk some Major League Baseball, especially the odd economics that come into play when teams want to get good pitching. Today's show is sponsored by Alliance for Lifetime Income (retireyourrisk.org), GAIN Capital Group, (gaincapital.com) and Selligent (selligent.com). (10/01/18)

(Markets Edition) In the wake of the SEC filing a lawsuit against Tesla CEO Elon Musk for what it says were misleading tweets that hurt investors, we spoke to a former SEC lawyer to talk about what the outspoken Musk could be facing. Also, we check in with economist Chris Low about the markets. Then, we look into E-Verify, the electronic government system that checks if workers are indeed U.S. citizens or eligible to work in the U.S. Today's show is sponsored by GAIN Capital Group (gaincapital.com) and Indeed (indeed.com/marketplace). (09/28/18)

(U.S. Edition) Tesla’s stock has dropped 10 percent after federal securities regulators sued CEO and founder Elon Musk. Musk is accused of sending out misleading tweets that caused company stock to fluctuate, which then hurt investors. Then, Brazilian oil giant Petrobras is on board with playing about $800 million to settle corruption investigations. Also, we sign on for a quick course in tort law, courtesy of Ralph Nader at his very own American Museum of Tort Law. We took a tour of this museum. He also talked to us about that time GM had him under surveillance. Today's show is sponsored by GAIN Capital Group (gaincapital.com) and Indeed (indeed.com/marketplace). (09/28/18)

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service ... Can German Chancellor Angela Merkel convince Turkey's president to loosen his grip on human rights and the economy during their expectedly stormy meeting Friday? It's been a turbulent year for Europe's biggest low-cost airline, Ryanair, which on Friday saw more pilot strikes – and more disgruntled customers. The global fertility industry is expected to grow by more than 8 percent over the next four years, and with each round of treatment costing a couple of thousand dollars, many women are priced out and turn to a sperm grey market to get what they want; we assess the dangers. Finally, a gym in London is providing punching bags with the faces of some of the main players involved in Brexit so people can vent frustrations. Today's show is sponsored by GAIN Capital Group (gaincapital.com) and Indeed (indeed.com/marketplace). (09/28/18)

(Markets Edition) The Federal Reserve announced a raise in interest rates yesterday. We review Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell's speech on the limits of the central bank in steering the American economy. Also, a new study finds that student debt is widening the wealth gap between black and white households. We look at the ways in which borrowing and support for borrowing, differs between black and white college students and grads. And for students heading to college, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid opens on Oct. 1. Personal finance expert Beth Kobliner wants to encourage families to have “the talk” about borrowing for college early. Today's show is sponsored by Battelle (Battelle.org/QI), Indeed (Indeed.com/marketplace) and Purple Mattress (purple.com). (09/27/18)

(U.S. Edition) As expected, the Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate Wednesday, keeping up with a trend of gradual rate increases after steep drops during the financial crisis. In world news, the head of the International Monetary Fund agreed to increase a loan package to Argentina as its form of currency, the peso, continues to underperform. Then we look at how California became the first state to eliminate bail last month, and how a few other states have followed suit. Today's show is sponsored by Battelle (Battelle.org/QI), Indeed (indeed.com/marketplace) and Purple Mattress (purple.com). (09/27/18)

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service ... Italy's new government will be releasing its first budget Thursday. But how realistic is it to offer every citizen a guaranteed basic income when your country's debt is so high? Investment behemoth Goldman Sachs begins its Europe expansion by offering retail banking in the U.K. And as old trading relationships break up, we look at one successful trading model between Israel and Britain that's so successful it's being replicated worldwide. And a new study shows that workplace romances aren't blossoming as much as before. Today's show is sponsored by Battelle (Battelle.org/QI), Indeed (indeed.com/marketplace) and Purple Mattress (purple.com). (09/27/18)

(Markets Edition) The Federal Reserve is likely raising its target for short-term interest rates, but Fed chair Jay Powell is also expected to speak out about the future of the economy. We talked to an economist of our own for more. Then, we look back at how the financial crisis of 10 years ago affected the aspect of training — specifically, how companies had to roll it back when the economy tanked. Also, you might have heard that Dunkin’ Donuts is actually dropping the “Donuts” part of the name. However, it's coffee that's at the heart – or hole – of this story. Today's show is sponsored by Indeed (indeed.com/marketplace) and Michigan Economic Development Corporation (planetm.com). (09/26/2018)