10/18/11
Marketplace Morning Report for Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Episode Description:
Marketplace Morning Report for Tuesday, October 18, 2011
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Officials push a plan to help homeowners refinance
After much debate, a deal between state attorneys and big U.S. banks could be near to help underwater homeowners with mortgage refinancing.
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CFTC sets out to limit commodities speculation
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission will vote on new restrictions which would prevent speculation on corn, oil, and other commodities.
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France could face Moody's downgrade
With the European debt crisis looming, Moody's announced that the outlook for France has been revised to negative.
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Commercial real estate recovery trails job market
One commercial real estate expert explains that while the worst may be over, it could take two years for empty office and business spaces to be filled.
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Moody's warns France with possible debt downgrade
France's coveted AAA rating could be in danger if it makes the wrong decision in dealings with Greece and other troubled European nations.
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NBA players and owners to meet again
If the latest effort to reach a revenue-sharing agreement fails, NBA games could be canceled through the end of the year.
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Research in Motion tries to go after developers
In order to keep up with Apple and the iPhone, RIM and Blackberry will need to get developers on board.
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The costs of tearing down abandoned homes
Banks are looking into taking foreclosed and abandoned houses off of their balance sheets by demolishing them. What are the costs involved?
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Music sales still strong for holiday albums
The one bright spot for the music industry continues to be the holiday album, which make for good tangible gifts and boost visibility for artists.
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Mid-day Extra: Saying "adios" to a Mexican food great
The parent company of El Torito and Chevys Fresh Mex declared bankruptcy earlier this month. But it left a legacy of bringing a regional cuisine to the rest of the country.
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Juli Niemann: What slowing growth in China means for us
Juli Niemann, analyst with Smith, Moore, and Company, explains why even at over 9 percent growth, China -- and thus the rest of the world -- could be in trouble.
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