Jun 29, 2010

Marketplace for Tuesday, June 29, 2010

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Are consumers really that worried?

by Marketplace Staff

Jun 29, 2010

How we feel has a huge influence on how he consume, but just because a consumer says they're apprehensive, doesn't mean they'll act that way. Jeff Horwich reports on the latest Consumer Confidence Index.

Google taking it easier with China

by Rob Schmitz

Jun 29, 2010

After months of a very publicized fight with the Chinese government, Google softened its approach to the Chinese government -- but they may still give up millions of users.

Financial Reform Bill

Congress needs new funding for bill

by Marketplace Staff

Jun 29, 2010

The financial overhaul bill almost seemed like a sure thing, until Sen. Robert Byrd died and a key Republican supporter said he won't vote for the bill, unless the way it'll be paid for changes.

Fallout: The Financial Crisis

States struggle to balance budgets

by Marketplace Staff

Jun 29, 2010

States across the nation are struggling to balance budgets while under the weight of huge deficits. Reporters in Illinois, Pennsylvania and North Carolina take a look at the challenges each state is confronted with and how they're dealing with them.

Summer Reading Book Series 2010

Summer Reading: Justin Fox

by Marketplace Staff

Jun 29, 2010

Justin Fox, the editorial director of the Harvard Business Review recommends an 800-page tome of the history of the Federal Reserve.

Is LeBron too much of a good thing?

by Marketplace Staff

Jun 29, 2010

Can a star NBA player's sky-high value be too much of a good thing? Kai Ryssdal talks to reporter Ira Boudway about the "LeBron Dilemma."

Can Tesla make it as an IPO?

by Steve Henn

Jun 29, 2010

Electric car company Tesla Motors made the jump today to public company, even though the economy is still shaky and the seven-year-old automaker has yet to turn a profit.