Jul 7, 2023

Yellen looks for common ground in China

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Marketplace's Kai Ryssdal calls in from Beijing to give an update on the treasury secretary's visit, and her goals when it comes to future U.S.-China economic relations. Plus, some states are raising their minimum wage.

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In Beijing, Yellen aims to get U.S.-China relations back on an even keel

by David Brancaccio , Kai Ryssdal and Alex Schroeder

Jul 7, 2023

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen intends to steady U.S.-China relations while looking out for American companies.

Yellen is looking to steady the U.S.'s economic relationship with China while keeping American business interests front of mind.

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Minimum wage gets a mini increase in some states

by Samantha Fields

Jul 7, 2023

The federal minimum wage has been the same since 2009: $7.25 an hour.

Wage increases, even small ones, can be very impactful for low wage workers dealing with inflation.

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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

Jordan Mangi Digital Producer

Jesson Duller Media Producer

Brian Allison Technical Director

Nick Esposito Media Producer

James Graham Producer, BBC

Jo Critcher Producer, BBC

Olie D'Albertanson Producer, BBC

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