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Fed drops rate to record low
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Bob Moon
Dec 16, 2008
In a bold move to revive the economy, the Federal Reserve dropped the federal funds rate to 0.25%. Tess Vigeland talks with Bob Moon about the impact of the rate cut.
Small airports hit hard by airline cuts
Nov 28, 2008
Regional airports were thriving on the passenger overflow from the big airport hubs. But as airlines cancel routes and make other cutbacks, that overflow has turned into a trickle. Hugh Hill reports.
Takeovers hot in bad economy
Oct 16, 2008
With a global recession on the horizon, the prices are right for companies to seek shelter in other companies. John Dimsdale reports why some consolidation can be expected in every down economy.
Russian power and dropping oil prices
Oct 27, 2008
As oil prices increased, so did Russia's stock and status. Now that oil is slumping, Russia's position and power on the international stage are diminishing. Stephen Beard has the story.
America needs modern industries
Nov 4, 2008
In the most recent issue of Harper's, Eric Janszen, founder of iTulip.com, calls for a broad re-industrialization of the American economy. Kai Ryssdal talks with him about putting strength back into the country.
Lend, don't spend bailout, Frank insists
Oct 31, 2008
Rep. Barney Frank insists banks that receive any of the $700 billion in bailout money use it for lending, not for bonuses or to take over other banks. Washington Bureau Chief John Dimsdale looks into the rules.
Joseph Nocera is upset...
Oct 25, 2008
...with good reason. Among the best columnists in the business, Nocera believes the banks aren't going to make new loan with the money they are...
Letters: Astrology, retirement, priorities
Jan 6, 2009
Listeners had strong reactions to stories about astrology and retirement in the Marketplace mailbox this week. Also, Kai Ryssdal tells us that FDIC isn't really an acronym at all.
Health Net CEO Jay Gellert: Interview transcript
Jan 26, 2009
CONVERSATIONS FROM THE CORNER OFFICE: Health Net CEO Jay Gellert
CEO sees health care as fixable issue
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Kai Ryssdal
Jan 26, 2009
With the Obama administration vowing to reform the health care system, Health Net CEO Jay Gellert talks about how much the health industry is willing to change.