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How serious is our declining population growth problem?

The implications of a shrinking population on our economic growth are potentially big, but Marketplace senior economic contributor Chris Farrell thinks there's some solutions to tap.
Embracing technology during the pandemic could help, says Chris Farrell.
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The benefits of working 9 to 5 until you're 95

Sep 3, 2014
More baby boomers are putting off retirement, and it could be good for everyone.

A new industry helps give older workers more meaning in their careers

Sep 9, 2013
For many, retirement continues to push farther and farther away. How do you make the most of working later in life?

Should you run from risk?

Jul 6, 2012
Even in times of financial insecurity, Americans shouldn't avoid risk altogether.

Breaking a buck

Jun 1, 2012
Money market mutual funds are just as vulnerable to the temperaments of Wall Street.

Chasing the mythical 8% return

May 18, 2012
An old investing maxim is taken to task.

MID-DAY UPDATE: Stop reading your Facebook at work

Aug 26, 2010
California has passed legislation to set up a new market exchange for health insurance. It could be a model for other states to follow. The boa...

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