Segments From This Episode

• Some industries cheer derivatives vote

  by Marketplace Staff

  The Senate Agriculture Committee voted to bank banks from trading in derivatives. Bank lobbyists may not be pleased with the decision, but the vote recognizes that derivatives do have some legitimate uses. Brett Neely reports.

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• Big and local banks diverge on reform

  by Alisa Roth

  Big banks are fighting like mad against financial reform, but many of the little ones think change is actually a good idea. Alisa Roth reports.

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• States, online retailers feud over taxes

  by Bob Moon

  Amazon is suing over an attempt by the state of North Carolina to target customers who've been avoiding sales taxes. Bob Moon reports.

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• Farmers differ on climate change path

  by Marketplace Staff

  The climate change debate has stirred up Midwest farmers over how to move to a carbon-free economy. Jay Field reports.

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• Target drops Visa, will issue own card

  by Stacey Vanek Smith

  

  Target says it will stop issuing its Visa credit cards and shift to cards of its own, just for use in stores. Why? Stacey Vanek-Smith reports.

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• A career in staying ahead of the casinos

  by Marketplace Staff

  Author Josh Axelrad talks with Kai Ryssdal about his book "Repeat Until Rich," how he ended up as a professional blackjack player, and how card counting works.

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• Senate’s regulation bill omits 3 reforms

  by Marketplace Staff

  The Senate is expected to start a floor debate on financial reform soon. Commentator Robert Reich says the bill under consideration is a good start, but lacks some important reforms.

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