Marketplace Morning Report

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  • In less than 10 minutes, we’ll get you up to speed on all the news you missed overnight. Throughout the morning, Marketplace’s David Brancaccio will bring you the latest business and economic stories you need to know to start your day. And before U.S. markets open, you’ll get a global markets update from the BBC World Service in London.
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Episodes
  • What’s your vice?

    What’s your vice?
    Feb 7 2025

    Chances are pretty good you’ve spent money on alcohol, drugs or gambling. That’s not just a good guess — a new Bankrate study said 84% of Americans spend money on at least one of the six most common “vices.” But turns out, age plays a major factor in your vice of choice. Also on the program: federal workers in limbo and one side of the debate over President Donald Trump’s firings.
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    8 mins
  • India cuts interest rates

    India cuts interest rates
    Feb 7 2025

    From the BBC World Service: The Reserve Bank of India has reduced its main interest rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%. It’s the first cut since May 2020 and is aimed at boosting growth in Asia’s third biggest economy. Then, the South African city of Johannesburg has long had a reputation for being dangerous, but a huge effort is underway to make it more livable and attractive to visitors.
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    7 mins
  • “Like turning around an ocean liner”: Nonprofits reel from federal funding freeze

    “Like turning around an ocean liner”: Nonprofits reel from federal funding freeze
    Feb 6 2025

    Let’s review recent news about federal funding: Much of U.S. foreign aid is on hold. Federal grants and funding streams were frozen last week, but that was blocked by two different courts, and then rolled back by the White House. Still, some nonprofits have had to furlough workers and put projects on hold. Also: zooming in on the importance of 10-year treasury note yields and celebrating 25 years of The Sims.
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    7 mins

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Marketplace is Always A Quick On-Point Briefing

Always a quick, factual report of current, world events. A great way to keep up on what’s happening.

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