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May 3, 2016

Marketplace Morning Report for Tuesday, May 3, 2016

On today’s show, we’ll talk about a new report that reveals some of the most profitable hospitals are nonprofits; poor growth in sub-Saharan Africa; and the popularity of microfinancing in Colombia.

The moon is seen over Salento, department of Quindio, Colombia.
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Microfinance is big business in Colombia
by Lorne Matalon
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The country is a center of microfinance, providing small loans to the poor.
Some nonprofit hospitals amassing hundreds of millions
by Dan Gorenstein
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7 of the top 10 most profitable hospitals in 2013 were nonprofits, according to a new study.
Kitchens — it’s where the jobs are
by Bill Zeeble
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With restaurant jobs expected to grow 12 percent over the next decade, culinary school is a smart career choice.
Goodbye to Berlin rentals?
by Annie Baxter
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A new law is banning many short-term rentals in Berlin, which means tourists may have to pay more.
What are people driving when oil prices are low?
by David Brancaccio
Low interest rates, April auto sales, Berlin's crackdown on vacation rentals, and culinary school.
Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa at a 15-year low
by Kimberly Adams
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The International Monetary Fund said countries in the region need a policy reset.

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Marketplace Morning Report for Tuesday, May 3, 2016

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Segments From This Episode

Microfinance is big business in Colombia

Some nonprofit hospitals amassing hundreds of millions

Kitchens — it’s where the jobs are

Goodbye to Berlin rentals?

What are people driving when oil prices are low?

Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa at a 15-year low