(U.S. Edition) The GOP tax bill is almost a done deal, with both the House and Senate passing it this week. While it’s received criticism over how much it’ll actually benefit American taxpayers, retail is one sector that could stand to benefit. We’ll examine how the overhaul could be advantageous for the Nordstroms and JCPenneys of the country. Afterwards, we’ll discuss why the U.S. is upholding a 300 percent tariff on aircraft maker Bombardier, and then look at how how low-income communities in Florida are still struggling in the aftermath of Hurricane Irma. 

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service… Uber’s China rival, Didi raised more than $4 billion in its latest funding round – which may give the ride-hailing company the cash injection it needs to more aggressively expand in overseas markets. Then, months after Toys R Us filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S., its U.K. company is teetering on the brink of collapse. We’ll explain how a rescue plan seal of approval from the state-backed Pension Protection Fund could save stores and thousands of jobs. Afterwards, a trip to Taiwan where tea makers there are working to revive the industry. 

(Markets Edition) The passage of the GOP tax bill will be the biggest overhaul of the American tax system in three decades. So how are economists evaluating the package as a whole? Our senior economics contributor Chris Farrell fills us in. Afterwards, we’ll chat with Susan Schmidt, senior portfolio manager at Westwood Holdings Group, about what the tax package will mean for capital expenditures and hiring. Plus: How Washington, D.C. is taking a sweeping step to lower the chances of inappropriate behavior in the workplace.   

(U.S. Edition) After a procedural snafu, House Republicans will have to vote on the $1.5 trillion tax bill again. But Senate Republicans are already celebrating after their vote. On today’s show, we’ll discuss what this new tax system will mean for big banks. Afterwards, we’ll look at how a business article from almost a quarter century ago can inform workplace culture. Kathleen Reardon, a USC professor, wrote a piece for the Harvard Business Review called “The Memo Every Woman Keeps in Her Desk,” which explores how women should address the issue of sexism at the office. 

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service… The gig economy is booming, but how will it be regulated? A big decision from a top European court on whether Uber is considered a tech or taxi company could have wider implications for other sharing start-ups. Then, Brazil’s finance minister will try to convince credit ratings firms not to downgrade his country’s debt rating. We’ll talk to an economist in Sao Paulo about what that means for the country’s economic future. Afterwards, how Swedish vacation time is getting shorter and shorter thanks to technological intervention. 

(Markets Edition) House Republicans have released an $81 billion disaster relief package aimed at helping regions that need highway repairs and flood prevention. But on today’s show, we’ll look at one potential caveat here: this package might be attached to a spending bill that Democrats would have to agree to in order to avoid a government shutdown. Afterwards, we’ll talk to economist David Kelly, chief global strategist at JP Morgan Funds, about why he thinks BOTH the right and left are wrong about some aspects of the tax overhaul and the U.S. economy. Then, we’ll discuss the origins and appeal of the Spanish Christmas Lottery, which has a payout of more than 2 billion euros.

(U.S. Edition) As Congress gears up to pass the GOP tax overhaul this week, we’ll analyze some of the potential drawbacks. Key components of the bill could end up leading to decreased home ownership among younger households and reduce the incentive for companies to subsidize their employees’ commuting expenses. Plus: We look at how recess — yes, that 10-20 minute or so break kids have at school — might help children develop the skills it takes to succeed on the job market. 

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service …The rags-to-riches South African company Steinhoff, which owns American chain Mattress Firm, has seen its share price plunge 80 percent after revelations of accounting irregularities. Today, lenders might decide whether to save the company or force it to sell all of its assets. Then, one of London’s biggest boardroom battles in years reaches a climax today as shareholders vote on the future  of London Stock Exchange chairman Donald Brydon. Afterwards, we’ll take you to Catalonia where political parties are winding down campaigns ahead of an all-important election this week.  

(Markets Edition) Shortly into the trading day, the Dow, Nasdaq and S&P 500 were all up. We’ll talk to economist Julia Coronado, founder of Macropolicy Perspectives, about whether we can attribute some of this to the likely passage of the GOP’s tax bill. Afterwards, we’ll look at how in recent weeks, officials in Beijing, China have been evicting tens of thousands of migrant workers from “slums” — buildings deemed to be dangerous or not licensed for habitation.