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Banks take advantage of ECB lending
Mark Gregory Dec 21, 2011
The European Central Bank initiated a plan to stop a credit crunch in Europe, and demand for cheap money has exceeded expectations.
European banks' overwhelming response to ECB plan
Josh Brown Dec 21, 2011
The news that more banks than expected are putting a hand out for help from the European Central Bank had markets on a roller coaster today.
Italian lawmakers vote on austerity measures
Steve Chiotakis Jan 11, 2012
A vote today in Italy passes a round of austerity measures suggested by newly appointed Prime Minister Mario Monti. But is it enough to make a dent in the problem?
Do Americans care about the debt crisis in Europe?
Frank Newport Dec 15, 2011
We speak to Frank Newport, editor-in-chief at Gallup, about how much Americans really care about the ongoing crisis in Europe.
PODCAST: Shed your tie for Mother Earth, Will Ferrell's beer of choice
Mary Dooe Dec 15, 2011
With the Iowa caucuses just a few weeks out, we take at closer look at the economic policies of Republican candidate Newt Gingrich. Federal student aid programs could be on the chopping block. Russia is about to get its invitation to join the World Trade Organization as ministers from the group's 153 members meet in Geneva. And our weekly Attitude Check, part of our partnership with Gallup, looks at how Americans feel about the crisis in Europe.
The Euro Slide
David Brancaccio Dec 14, 2011
The euro fell to $1.29 today, its lowest since January. Experts say it's a sign Europe is still hurting, despite last week's proposed treaty to crack down on budgets.
Cameron surges in polls
Kai Ryssdal Dec 14, 2011
Marketplace foreign editor John Buckley discusses how Cameron's rejection of Europe's plan has helped his party in the polls.
Could Europe be heading for a permanent recession?
Stephen Beard Dec 13, 2011
The deal European leaders struck for greater fiscal unity could also stunt growth in the long-term.
PM Cameron's decision could hurt U.K. in the long run
Stephen Beard Dec 12, 2011
Britain emerged from last week's European summit refusing to make a deal with the rest of Europe. Many Brits are happy with the choice, but others fear the long-term consequences.
David Cameron in the 'doghouse' with euro peers
Stephen Beard Dec 12, 2011
The United Kingdom walked away from an agreement with the rest of Europe to adhere to more fiscal scrutiny. The country's prime minister says the decision was to protect the financial sector of the country.
