Marketplace for January 19, 2011
Next week, President Obama delivers the State of the Union and there's something important he needs to do in the speech: give a pep talk.
Chinese president Hu Jintao's visit to Washington reflects a new economic reality. Chinese companies are going global.
Kai Ryssdal talks to economist Daniel Altman about his latest book, where he gives his predictions of the long-term future of the global economy.
Chicago wants to expand O'Hare to meet future needs, but United and American Airlines don't want to pay for that while business is still bumpy.
Banks are bouncing back with strong profits as they purge bad loans. But new regulations are cutting into what's needed most for growth: revenue.
Atlantic City is losing gamblers to casinos in nearby states. One way to make up the shortfall: Bring in more conventions.
Kai Ryssdal goes over listener responses from last week's stories. This week: how our coverage of Lot 354 hit home for some, and the debate about praising children from a teacher's perspective.