Jul 30, 2014

Marketplace Morning Report for Wednesday July 30, 2014

With Argentina on the brink of default, we take a look at how a difficult situation could get even trickier if a deal with U.S. hedge funds isn't struck soon. Plus, big urban hospitals are seeing a sharp drop in uninsured patients, which means millions in savings. But the new health care landscape has its own challenges, too.

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Drop in uninsured is a mixed blessing for hospitals

by Dan Gorenstein

Jul 30, 2014

Hospitals could save billions on charity care. But federal cuts are coming.

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What the time of day says about your earnings report

by Shannon Mullen

Jul 30, 2014

We look at the reasons some companies report earnings when they do.

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Video game lobby answers 'call of duty' on the Hill

by Nancy Marshall-Genzer

Jul 30, 2014

Lobbyists are using money, charm, and an army of gamers to influence legislation.

A strategy meeting at the Entertainment Software Association.

Nancy Marshall-Genzer

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Mid-day Update

PODCAST: Video game lobby

by Mark Garrison

Jul 30, 2014

The latest GDP report, McDonald's wages, and video game lobbyists.

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NLRB says McDonald's can be considered joint-employer

by Mitchell Hartman

Jul 30, 2014

The ruling is a step forward for workers campaigning for $15 an hour in wages.

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With Argentina on the brink of default, we take a look at how a difficult situation could get even trickier if a deal with U.S. hedge funds isn’t struck soon. Plus, big urban hospitals are seeing a sharp drop in uninsured patients, which means millions in savings. But the new health care landscape has its own challenges, too.