(Markets Edition) The Fed has hinted that it wants to tap the economic brakes again. We’ll talk to economist Diane Swonk about why the Fed is so worried about the economy. Afterwards, we’ll look at a new report that shows more Americans are prioritizing savings. Over half say they now have more emergency savings than credit card debt. Plus: A debate in France over how to pay for saving crumbling cathedrals.

(U.S. Edition) The Federal Reserve recently issued a statement that we’ve translated to mean: the U.S. economy has strengthened to the point that the Fed might want to move interest rates even higher than they thought. On today’s show, we’ll discuss why the markets are getting spooked by this possibility. Afterwards, we’ll look at how the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) is failing to provide households with enough nutritious meals, and then talk about how clothing brands putting in more effort to make clothing for people with disabilities.

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service… A court in Germany will rule whether a ban on polluting cars is a legitimate way of cleaning up air quality. Some are calling it the “kiss of death” for diesel – what could such a decision mean for other countries? Afterward, diesel aside, traffic is a global problem. We’ll take you to Dakar where residents spend three hours a day getting to and from the city center. Then, after launching its oil-backed virtual currency earlier this week, Venezuela is trying to boost the Petro’s uptake – now saying it will accept it in a range of transactions from aviation fuel to fees charged in embassies.

(Markets Edition) The group at the Federal Reserve that makes key decisions about interest rates is getting ready to release minutes from its latest meeting. We’ll talk with Susan Schmidt — senior vice president at Westwood Holdings Group — about some of the factors that may influence them. Next, we’ll look at how Texas funds its higher education system, and then discuss the harsh conditions that builders have to face in the winter.

(U.S. Edition) A group of survivors from the Parkland, Florida mass shooting last week are lobbying for gun control laws, and they’re getting a lot of financial support. We’ll take a look at some of the steps they’ve taken to mobilize, along with some of the donors who are supporting the cause. Afterwards, we’ll examine the criteria Texas uses to fund its colleges and universities, and then we’ll talk to Marketplace regular Allan Sloan about why he thinks there was that big drop in markets earlier this month. 

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service … The world’s biggest mining companies are seeing a boost to their bottom lines thanks to rising global commodity prices. We’ll tell you how the battery revolution is helping shape the overall market. Then, India is opening up its coal industry, allowing foreign companies to bid for coal mines in the country. But will more investment from some of the world’s biggest companies translate into better quality of life for residents there? Afterward, a conversation about whether growing use of artificial intelligence presents a looming danger. 

(Markets Edition) Bond yields on the 10-year Treasury note are at their highest level in four years. On today’s show, we’ll look at whether their rise will continue. Afterwards, we’ll talk about Venezuela’s decision to pre-sell a cryptocurrency known as the “petro,” which is backed by the country’s oil reserves. Plus: We dive into the illegal black market for food carts in New York City. The number of legal street food permits issued by the city has barely increased since the ’80s. 

(U.S. Edition) The grocery chain Albertsons is planning to buy part of Rite Aid in a $24 billion deal. On today’s show, we’ll look at the tough supermarket landscape that big chains have to face these days. Afterwards, we’ll discuss Walmart’s venture into new apparel brands so that it can compete with Amazon, and then find out what some people in China are planning to splurge on this Chinese New Year.

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service … The World Bank says pensions will consume Brazil’s entire federal budget by 2030 …but the country today shelved a vote on reform. What does it mean for a nation recovering from financial crisis, and will October elections bring light at the end of the tunnel? Then, a new cryptocurrency launches today, this time backed by Venezuelan oil. We’ll explain who’s investing — and who’s not. Afterward, to Spain where a key business witness will give evidence today in ongoing Spanish corruption investigations.