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How much of a problem is Spain's economy?
Kai Ryssdal Apr 30, 2012
Economist Edward Hugh discusses how Spain's economic woes compare to Greece and whether the country is "bailout-able."
Greece begins to sell islands to raise cash
David Brancaccio Apr 26, 2012
Greece is reportedly selling off islands to raise money. The small island of Oxia is being sold to the royal family Qatar and more are on the block.
Argentina moves to nationalize its largest oil company
Tom Burridge Apr 17, 2012
Spanish oil giant Repsol currently controls Argentina's largest national oil company, but perhaps not for long.
Second month of positive signs in retail
Bob Moon Apr 16, 2012
The Commerce Department reports retail sales rose more than expected in March, by a solid 0.8 percent.
Small town in Spain considers growing marijuana
Tom Burridge Apr 11, 2012
Over 50 percent of a small village in northern Spain has voted in favor of a plan to allow marijuana to be grown there. The aim is to generate money for the village to help wipe out its debt. However it's still unclear if the idea will go ahead.
Greek police officers, vehicles for rent
Mark Lowen Apr 10, 2012
The new scheme could help the police force raise money and stop the taxpayer from footing the bill.
AT&T faces worker walkout
Eve Troeh Apr 6, 2012
Some 40,000 AT&T workers could strike this weekend if contract negotiations fail.
Budget issues hurt Greece's 2012 Olympic plans
Christopher Werth Apr 5, 2012
Today, the Greek Athletics Federation laid out what it sees as a "bleak future" for sports. The federation has suspended track and field events as part of budget cutbacks. That puts into question Greece's ability compete in the London Olympics this summer.
Spain continues to struggle against debt problems
Tom Burridge Apr 5, 2012
Government borrowing costs reach a five month high in Spain, having many worried that the country will soon take the biggest problem in Europe crown from Greece.
Is the European debt crisis resurfacing?
Diane Swonk Apr 5, 2012
There are some economic headwinds blowing strong right now. And one of them is coming from Spain where a disappointing bond auction yesterday sent government borrowing costs to a 5 month high and renewed fears about the European Debt Crisis.
