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What's driving early retirements?
Segments From This Episode Matt McClain/The Washington Post via Getty Images) Companies downsize or go bust, partners get sick, kids need childcare help. And premature retirees end up without the bank balances they’d hoped for.
What the near collapse of NYC's Pfizer building means for office conversions
Above, a "vacate" notice was displayed on a door inside a church across from the former Pfizer headquarters in Manhattan on July 8. Recently, support beams in the former Pfizer building in Midtown Manhattan, which is being converted into apartments, buckled under the weight of a major 10-story addition. Multiple surrounding buildings were evacuated.
A new round of tariffs on just about everything
Jul 24, 2026 A new round of tariffs on just about everything A new batch of tariffs went into effect overnight, and there’s more to come. We have an explainer. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images
PlayStation to nix physical discs
If you can’t buy a physical copy of a video game, do you even really own it? Plus: too many private jets, too little hangar space.
What's in the landmark new WNBA contract
Jul 23, 2026 As the WNBA celebrates All-Star weekend, a landmark collective bargaining agreement is changing more than just players’ salaries. The WNBA All-Star Game tips off this weekend in Chicago as the league celebrates its 30th season. Players are also competing under a landmark collective bargaining agreement that reshaped compensation, benefits, and working conditions.
PlayStation will stop making physical discs for video games
PlayStation announced earlier this summer that starting in 2028, its games will no longer be available to purchase as physical discs. Instead, the only option for consumers will be basically licensing a digital copy of the game. That format isn’t new at all, but the announcement from PlayStation has gamers fired up. Nitish Pahwa wrote about this for Slate. He’s a staff writer for business and tech there, and he joined “Marketplace Morning Report” host Kimberly Adams to talk about his story.
Flood-prone areas are losing residents
Jul 23, 2026 Flood-prone areas are losing residents This morning, how climate risks are changing communities. Plus: the new labor contract reshaping the WNBA. Joe Raedle/Getty Images
How Labor Unions Are Tackling AI and Midterm Elections
How Labor Unions Are Tackling AI and Midterm Elections Published July 22, 2026 Organized labor could play a major role in this year’s midterm elections. The nation’s largest federation of labor unions — The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) — said it plans to mobilize 16 million voters with ties to the labor movement.
Tallying the costs of Europe's heatwaves
After years of trying different strategies, one private equity backed company has decided its best, and maybe only, option is to turn its 11 hospitals back into nonprofits.
The economic costs of Europe's heatwaves
Across Europe, heatwaves are becoming more frequent, lasting longer, and pushing temperatures into the triple digits in some places. The heat has been slowing trains, straining power grids, and making it harder for people to work, which all comes at an economic cost.
Why one of the world's largest health databases matters
A new NIH database could help shape the future of medicine. The National Institutes of Health’s All of Us Research Program has released the world's largest integrated health database, bringing together genetic information and health records from more than 747,000 people — 86% of which come from those historically underrepresented in biomedical research.
Fresh tariffs are coming
Jul 22, 2026 Fresh tariffs are coming The Trump administration is poised to announce another round of sweeping tariffs, which would replace existing import duties expiring this Friday. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images
Sorry, Canada. You're not invited.
Jul 21, 2026 Sorry, Canada. You're not invited. U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will travel to Mexico tomorrow for USMCA talks. Meanwhile, Canada is facing new U.S. tariffs. Elizabeth Ruiz Ruiz/Getty Images
AI, labor unions, and the midterm elections
Jul 21, 2026 What does it mean for candidates to push a "worker-first AI policy"? AFL-CIO president Liz Shuler discusses. Segments From This Episode Kevin Carter/Getty Images Reuters reports that the FAA is close to recertifying the aircraft after a series of crashes and in-flight problems. by Kimberly Adams, Meredith Garretson Morbey and Erika Soderstrom Win McNamee/Getty Images How the nation’s largest federation of labor unions is approaching AI ahead of the midterm elections.
The AFL-CIO's strategy for AI and the midterm elections
Organized labor could play a major role in this year’s midterm elections. The nation’s largest federation of labor unions — The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) — said it plans to mobilize 16 million voters with ties to the labor movement. Ahead of the midterms, many workers are dissatisfied with both political parties and grappling with questions about how artificial intelligence could affect their jobs.
How companies can prep employees for the AI economy
Linda Hill, professor of business administration at Harvard Business School, talks about how leaders should approach AI and confront some of the biggest challenges that come with major technological change.
How the AI revolution impacts corporate leaders
For some people and companies, artificial intelligence is exciting — a way to make work easier and more productive. But for others, it’s something to fear. It’s a powerful tool that could completely upend the workforce and strip people of their jobs. Linda Hill is a professor at Harvard Business School and the faculty chair of the leadership initiative there.
Gas prices cross a familiar threshold
Jul 20, 2026 Gas prices cross a familiar threshold Today: climbing gas prices, an Nvidia stock sell-off, and changing conversations around AI. Brandon Bell/Getty Images
Trump likes Australia's retirement system. How does it work?
Jul 17, 2026 President Donald Trump is looking at adopting a retirement system based on Australia’s “superannuation” model. Australia's retirement system forces employers to withhold a certain percentage of each paycheck to save for the future. President Donald Trump has made it a point on at least two occasions to talk about his admiration for Australia’s retirement system.
Why Trump has his eye on Australia's retirement system
Jul 17, 2026 Why Trump has his eye on Australia's retirement system On today’s program, we explain why Australia’s “super” retirement system of mandatory savings is gaining fans in the U.S. James D. Morgan/Getty Images
Artificial intelligence companies are coming to New York City
Jul 17, 2026 Here’s what that means for commercial real estate in the Big Apple. Anthropic announced it is expanding and moving to double its workforce in New York City. Artificial intelligence company Anthropic is the latest to announce it is expanding in New York City. It joins a host of other AI companies such Palantir, OpenAI, and EliseAI in seeking out additional office space as it moves to hire more workers.
What's in the Republicans' latest budget bill
Jul 17, 2026 What's in the Republicans' latest budget bill The House Budget Committee approved a $95 billion budget bill on Thursday. This morning, we have an explainer. Eric Lee/Getty Images
Workers are barely getting ahead in this economy
Jul 16, 2026 Workers are barely getting ahead in this economy On today’s program, we’ll look at why real earnings are stagnating. Rouzes/Getty Images
The economic cost that comes with crashing out of a World Cup
Jul 16, 2026 It’s more than just disappointment for the fans. Here’s what several nations have had to endure. South Korea underperformed at the 2026 men's World Cup, failing to make it out of the group stages. The final game of the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup will be played this Sunday in New Jersey. It'll be Spain taking on Argentina to earn the title of champions. But for the other 46 teams that failed to advance to the final, there's an economic cost that comes with crashing out of the tournament.
A little retail therapy, anyone?
Jul 16, 2026 A little retail therapy, anyone? This morning, we have a consumer spending pulse check and a discussion about the costs of losing the World Cup. Chris Hondros/Getty Images
How much of our economic growth depends on AI?
All of the spending on the AI infrastructure buildout is contributing to economic growth. But that kind of investment won’t necessarily support the broader economy over the long-run.
To build or not to build
Jul 15, 2026 To build or not to build Data centers, that is. That is the question that states are now grappling with. This morning: the economic arguments for and against data centers. Nathan Howard/Getty Images
A little bit of inflation relief
Hay yields in the U.S. may see a hit resulting from drought in the West and extreme rain in parts of the Midwest.
U.S. ties African foreign aid to access to health data
Jul 14, 2026 As the U.S. reshapes its foreign assistance strategy, countries receiving health funding are sharing access to medical information. ProPublica’s investigation found agreements that give the U.S. access to healthcare systems in several African countries, prompting concerns over privacy and sovereignty. The way U.S. aid is distributed to countries around the world has changed significantly since the beginning of President Donald Trump's second term.
Critical aid in exchange for health data
Jul 14, 2026 Critical aid in exchange for health data The health data of millions of people across Africa is now being shared with the U.S. government, according to a ProPublica investigation. Above, a hospital worker prepares lab work for a mother at a hospital in Ksumu, Kenya, that was once supported by USAID. Michel Lunanga/Getty Images
250 years of the American economy
And one expert says it’s going to be the most valuable media property ever.
At last, Grand Theft Auto VI is available for pre-order
Gamers have been waiting more than a decade for the next installment of the wildly popular Grand Theft Auto video game series. And finally, just last week, pre-orders for Grand Theft Auto VI began. The game is slated to drop in November. One report suggests that Grand Theft Auto brought in $1 billion in pre-orders just one hour after launch.
Understanding the hype around GTA VI
Jul 3, 2026 Understanding the hype around GTA VI "It is probably going to be the most valuable media property in the history of mankind," said Dmitri Williams, a professor at USC Annenberg. Rockstar Games
Let's do the numbers on Trump's big tax bill
Let's do the numbers on Trump's big tax bill It’s been a year since the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” passed. What has that meant for individuals, businesses, and the federal government?
The tax effects of Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" 1 year on
Jul 2, 2026 The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” has been law for about a year. Here’s how the provisions have played out. Corporate tax payments are down 30% year over year, at least in part because of the law. This week, marks one year since Congress passed the Republican tax and spending bill — the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” “Marketplace Moring Report” is spending some time looking at how some of the provisions from the law have played out — including who has benefited most.
A dramatic decline in SNAP enrollment
Participation in SNAP is down by nearly 10% by some measures. Plus, we continue to examine the history of the U.S. economy.
How to stop putting off your personal finance tasks
How to stop putting off your personal finance tasks It’s natural to procrastinate on personal finance admin, but we have tips to help you check off your to-do list.
What a Supreme Court decision means for money in politics
Jul 1, 2026 What a Supreme Court decision means for money in politics Yesterday, the Supreme Court struck down limits on how much political parties can spend in coordination with candidates. Kevin Carter/Getty Images
A timeline: 250 years of the U.S. economy
As we prepare to mark the 250th anniversary of the United States, we are taking a look back at some of the defining moments that shaped the American economy and how the choices made throughout our history shape the economy we live in now. 1776 to 1826 We begin with money itself, which, in the early Republic, was still in flux. States were printing their own currency, war debts were everywhere, and there was barely any credit. Enter the First Bank of the United States.
Chinese economic data and U.S. consumers
Jun 30, 2026 Chinese economic data and U.S. consumers Today, we'll delve into what these latest numbers tell us about how China's economy is doing. CN-STR/AFP via Getty Images
The ripple effects of Monday's Supreme Court decisions
Jun 30, 2026 The Supreme Court helped defend the Federal Reserve’s independence — but only by a slim majority. On Monday, the Supreme Court allowed Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to keep her job (for now) but gave the president broader authority to fire other federal officials.
Steep ACA enrollment declines
Three million fewer people had Affordable Care Act plans in February compared to last year. Much of the drop is likely due to the end of the pandemic-era enhanced subsidies.
The good, the bad, and the complex of student loan caps
Critics warn that the new limits set to go into effect on July 1 could hurt the Massachusetts economy and shut out low-income students.
Slimmed down grocery sales
Jun 29, 2026 Slimmed down grocery sales More Americans are using GLP-1 drugs, like Ozempic and Wegovy, for weight loss, and that’s impacting their grocery shopping habits. Joe Raedle/Getty Images
What Congress' housing bill could mean for rural America
Jun 26, 2026 The historic housing bill awaiting Donald Trump’s signature could help boost affordability in more rural settings. Segments From This Episode Greg Kelton/Getty Images Some of the bill’s provisions address the cost of housing in rural areas, where about a quarter of people in the U.S. live. by Kimberly Adams and Erika Soderstrom Atta Kenare/AFP via Getty Images Language in the current memorandum of understanding could allow Iran to become more integrated in the global economy.
Where do things stand with the Iran peace deal?
Traffic continues moving through the Strait of Hormuz. It's been a week since the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding, pausing hostilities and reopening the Strait. But uncertainty remains over shipping and the fragility of the 60-day agreement. For a check in on how things are going so far, “Marketplace Morning Report” host Kimberly Adams was joined by Esfandyar Batmanghelidj, founder and CEO of the Bourse and Bazaar Foundation, a London-based think tank.
What it's like working as an animal talent agent
Jun 26, 2026 What it's like working as an animal talent agent This morning, we hear what it’s like to be an agent to the (animal) stars. Pet talent agent Dawn Wolfe poses with her dog, Little Miss Hollywoof, and designer Cody Ratcliff on the set of the Dolly Parton Pet Gala. The production featured 18 trainers and 24 dogs. Courtesy Wolfe
A key inflation measure hits a three-year high
Jun 25, 2026 A key inflation measure hits a three-year high Core inflation rose to 3.4% in May, according to this morning’s PCE report. We dig in. Scott Suchman for The Washington Post via Getty Images
How anti-LGBTQ policies can affect business
Jun 25, 2026 Despite federal backlash against corporate DEI policies, companies that invest in inclusivity know that it makes economic sense. “If you think about tourism, we've seen a decline in tourism across the United States in the last 24 months, and specifically in anti-LGBTQ states,” said Todd Sears of Out Leadership. Lawmakers have introduced around 530 bills targeting LGBTQ people during the 2026 legislative session.
Inclusion is a smart business decision
Jun 25, 2026 Inclusion is a smart business decision According to the ACLU, state lawmakers have introduced more than 500 bills targeting LGBTQ people in the 2026 legislative session. Those policies have economic consequences. Above, attendees at the 51st Capital Pride Parade in Washington, D.C., on June 20. Christine Kao/The Washington Post via Getty Images
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