Oct 15, 2024

Could your boss kick a little something into your student loan payments?

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There's a way U.S. companies could help employees pay down student loan debt, but will they go for it?

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An update on global poverty

by Nova Safo

First, lowest-income countries are getting poorer and more in debt, according to a new report this week from the World Bank. It identifies 26 countries needing more international aid.

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Will employers opt to help workers pay down student loans?

by David Brancaccio , Chris Farrell and Alex Schroeder

Oct 15, 2024

Research found that average retirement balances were lower for people paying off student loans compared to those who weren't making the payments.

"It’s likely now that with payments resuming, the negative impact on retirement savings will also resume," said Marketplace senior economics contributor Chris Farrell.

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David Brancaccio Host

Leanna Byrne Host, BBC

Kelly Silvera Executive Producer

Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer

Alex Schroeder Producer

Erika Soderstrom Producer

Ariana Rosas Producer

Nic Perez Director/Producer

Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer

John Bruington Media Producer

Jesson Duller Media Producer

Brian Allison Technical Director

James Graham Producer, BBC

Jo Critcher Producer, BBC

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