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Wal-Mart faces tough questions ahead

Nov 16, 2015
The world's largest retailer has already said to expect lower earnings next year.

The pros and cons of restaurant tipping

Nov 11, 2015
Some restaurants are trying a no-tip model for wait staff.

Minimum wage hike puts a city at odds with lawmakers

Oct 6, 2015
A bill prevents other cities from following St. Louis’ lead.

Taking stock of minimum wage around the world

Sep 1, 2015
Amid Myanmar's minimum-wage announcement, a brief look at different countries' minimum wages.

Finding the fairest minimum wage

Aug 7, 2015
That sweet spot varies from state to state, city to city.

The minimum wage debate

Have you ever lived on the minimum wage in your area? We want to hear your stories.

Do federal contractors save the government money?

Jul 31, 2015
The U.S. keeps replacing its full-time workers with contract employees.

For public good, not for profit.

Irvine gets rid of its living wage

Jul 16, 2015
As cities across the country raise the minimum wage, Irvine repeals 2007 ordinance.

Weekly Wrap: Inflation, the Federal Reserve and minimum wage

May 22, 2015
Leigh Gallagher and Sudeep Reddy join Kai Ryssdal to recap the week in business and finance.

What's in a $12 minimum wage?

Apr 24, 2015
A proposal is expected next week to increase the federal minimum wage to $12.