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Jan 7, 2015

Marketplace for Wednesday January 7, 2015

Airing on Wednesday January 7, 2015: Europe officially has deflation, and its economy is weak. But is some deflation better than others? Plus, Intel throws $300 million at workplace diversity problem, which is really a pipeline problem. Can you fix the pipeline? If so, will $300 million make a dent?

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Segments From This Episode

U.S. airlines are least punctual … in the world
by Kai Ryssdal
Two American companies make the top 20 list of airlines known for running on time.
Intel commits $300 million to diversify tech ranks
by Noel King
(Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Company CEO tackles a tech problem: Need for more women, minorities in workforce.
For small businesses, nothing but blue skies
by Kai Ryssdal
Optimism among small businesses is at a seven-year high, study says.
For Europe, cheap oil is all boon and little bust
by Adam Allington
Europe has deflation fears, but falling prices caused by cheap oil are a stimulus.
Goldman Sachs argues for a big bank breakup
by Tracey Samuelson
Shareholders would benefit if JPMorgan Chase split into smaller pieces, report says.
Apps help employees care for aging parents
by Scott Tong
Helping employees with care may help them stay focused at work
Legal pot sales could top $10 billion by 2018
by Mitchell Hartman
Despite federal obstacles, state-legal marijuana businesses take off in a big way.

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Marketplace for Wednesday January 7, 2015

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Segments From This Episode

U.S. airlines are least punctual … in the world

Intel commits $300 million to diversify tech ranks

For small businesses, nothing but blue skies

For Europe, cheap oil is all boon and little bust

Goldman Sachs argues for a big bank breakup

Apps help employees care for aging parents

Legal pot sales could top $10 billion by 2018

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