… because US businesses ordered more manufactured goods last month. Nice to end the week on good news.
On today’s podcast:
Rising prices hitting cotton growers…
… and anyone who can’t afford rising food prices
From “Waiting for Superman” to Oprah, media shine spotlight on education
Malicious computer worm on the attack
GM may be looking at a smaller IPO
A new direction for St. Louis Arch
The week’s business news in a Marketplace Minute
News and information you need, from a source you trust.
In a world where it’s easier to find disinformation than real information, trustworthy journalism is critical to our democracy and our everyday lives. And you rely on Marketplace to be that objective, credible source, each and every day.
This vital work isn’t possible without you. Marketplace is sustained by our community of Investors—listeners, readers, and donors like you who believe that a free press is essential – and worth supporting.
Stand up for independent news—become a Marketplace Investor today with a donation in any amount.