Janet Nguyen
Digital Reporter
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Janet is a reporter with the Marketplace digital team.
Episodes by Janet (4)
Latest Stories (630)
These are the states benefiting the most from the $28 billion farm bailout
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Janet Nguyen
and Daisy Palacios
Dec 12, 2019
A government program has given billions in subsidies to farmers affected by the U.S.-China trade war.
How to stop your delivery packages from getting stolen
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Janet Nguyen
Nov 13, 2019
"Porch pirates" took parcels from nearly 26 million Americans in 2017.
Here's what happens to your unclaimed money — and how you can get it back
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Janet Nguyen
Oct 15, 2019
Uncashed checks, unused gift cards, and unredeemed insurance help make up the billions of dollars in unclaimed property overseen by all 50 states.
Michelle Williams’ Emmy speech highlights gender pay gap
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 23, 2019
The "Fosse/Verdon" actress pointed out that women of color can end up making half of what their white male counterparts make.
What economic powers does Trump have at his disposal?
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Janet Nguyen
Sep 9, 2019
Trump has already invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Presidential powers don’t stop there.
Which industries are recession-proof?
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Janet Nguyen
and Bennett Purser
Sep 6, 2019
Marketplace listeners share their thoughts on how a recession would affect them.
5 targets in the trade war's latest fallout
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Janet Nguyen
, Andie Corban
and Bennett Purser
Aug 29, 2019
About $300 billion worth of Chinese goods are getting hit with tariffs this weekend, including merry-go-rounds and lithium-ion batteries.
5 things to know about the Emergency Economic Powers Act
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Janet Nguyen
and Kai Ryssdal
Aug 26, 2019
President Trump is trying to use the law in unprecedented ways.
How retirees cope when their savings are at the mercy of the markets
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 26, 2019
Market volatility and the possibility of a recession have affected some retirees' financial decisions.
Nordstrom vs. Nordstrom’s: Why do we confuse company names?
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Janet Nguyen
Aug 8, 2019
Tacking on the possessive “s” is a habit for many of us.