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Adam Allington is a former reporter covering economics and policy in the Washington D.C. bureau.
In addition to his work with Marketplace, Adam also worked for the Associated Press, the St. Louis Federal Reserve, and St. Louis Public Radio. He was a 2012 Knight-Wallace Fellow at the University of Michigan.
Latest Stories (272)
Despite economic recovery, many Americans still feeling anxious
Oct 17, 2016
As the economy approaches "full employment," only 34 percent feel financially secure.
Can Wells Fargo shrug off the cross-selling scandal?
Oct 12, 2016
Wells Fargo brass seeks to move past recent trouble.
FFA continues to grow, even as farms disappear
Oct 10, 2016
Even as the number of farms in the U.S is decreasing, FFA is growing strong
IMF warns against protectionist sentiment
Oct 4, 2016
At its annual meeting in Washington D.C., the IMF sees threats to global growth.
Bass Pro Shops to buy Cabela's
Oct 3, 2016
Bass Pro Shops will acquire rival, Cabela's, in a deal worth $5.5 billion.
FCC set to rule on cable 'set-top boxes'
Sep 29, 2016
The FCC vote could pave the way for app-based streaming of all cable programming.
Food prices are insanely cheap right now
Sep 28, 2016
Grocery prices are on track for the longest stretch of falling prices in 50 years.
Streaming now accounts for almost half of music revenue
Sep 22, 2016
Revenue is up, but the economics of streaming have yet to be worked out.
Comcast to become a wireless carrier in 2017
Sep 21, 2016
As cord-cutting increases, Comcast is seeking revenue elsewhere.
You know Aldi, now say 'hallo' to Lidl
Sep 20, 2016
A no-frills blockbuster German grocery chain, Lidl, is planning to expand in the US.