Latest from Meredith Garretson Morbey

• Sep 3, 2019

  Can million-dollar lifelines stop nursing homes from closing?

  

  Jobs numbers are coming, Huawei says the U.S. is messing with its business, and how some are handling nursing home closures.

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• Sep 3, 2019

  Pence coming to United Kingdom to talk post-Brexit trade

  

  Brazil is boosting its ethanol take from the U.S., Pence is heading to the U.K., and a look at minimum wage for workers with disabilities.

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• Sep 3, 2019

  British pound pummeled further on fresh election risk

  

  It is a make-or-break week in British politics as Brexit fears push the pound to its lowest level in three years. South Africa and Nigeria face economic difficulties, and we speak to the boss of Spanish retail giant Zara.

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• Sep 2, 2019

  Finding the federal cost of climate change is no simple task

  

  With the Fed cutting interest rates about a month ago, we delve into how that affects student loans. Then, with news of Hurricane Dorian looming, we look into what the federal government has invested in climate change. Also, we check out what “van life” is all about.

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• Sep 2, 2019

  The next round of tariffs is here. What happens next?

  

  It’s time for another update on the escalating trade war, as tariffs have been imposed on Chinese goods like TVs, headphones and shoes. We also look at the gender disparity in banking fees. Also, how rideshares can help 9-1-1 in Washington, D.C.

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• Sep 2, 2019

  Argentina imposes currency controls

  

  Argentina’s government moves to prevent its economic crisis from getting worse. The U.S. and Poland seal some critical energy deals. And the British beer industry is rethinking its use of sexist names and imagery.

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• Aug 30, 2019

  Do you like healthy snacks? Food companies are counting on it

  

  We have discussion on the Fed and politics. Then we talk markets, along with how food companies are selling us on the idea of healthier snacks.

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• Aug 30, 2019

  Tariffs on smartwatches, TVs and more are coming Sept. 1

  

  Another round of tariffs on Chinese goods is coming, and the effects are expected to be more visible this time. We delve into the use and effect of algorithms on Wall Street. Also, environmental groups are bracing for battle over an EPA proposal on methane.

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• Aug 30, 2019

  Hong Kong: Jobs versus protests

  

  Workers in Hong Kong worry about choosing between protecting protest rights and keeping their jobs. India’s auto sector an indicator of slowing economic growth. 

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• Aug 29, 2019

  There’s a positive way to look at low interest rates

  

  We look at the bright side of extremely low interest rates with Diane Swonk. We also examine the growing trend of transit van sales. Then, we look at how climate change could be affecting the U.K. economy.

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