(U.S. Edition) With the government due to run out of money very soon, President Trump is set to meet with congressional leaders to avoid a shutdown. Can they reach a deal? On today’s show, we’ll look at some of the snags Republicans and Democrats may still run into. Afterwards, we’ll discuss a provision in the House’s version of the tax bill that could remove an incentive for developers to invest in affordable housing. Then, we’ll visit Aransas County, Texas to see how Hurricane Harvey has affected housing in the region. Eighty-percent of buildings were knocked out, leaving many without homes.

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service … Ten years after the global financial crisis, is China still too exposed to personal debt and risky lending? A new report from the International Monetary Fund has a warning. Then, we hear from Melinda Gates — whose foundation invests in global health — about the role contraceptives play in helping low-income countries transition to high-income ones. Afterwards, we take a ride in one of London’s newest cabs…the iconic black vehicle has gotten a green makeover.  

(Markets Edition) While tech stocks have been kind of tepid this week, it’s been a while since the markets have seen any serious downward jump. Susan Schmidt, senior vice president and portfolio manager at Westwood Holdings, explains whether this is cause to worry. Afterwards, we’ll look at how Britain’s Brexit plans have hit a major roadblock. While Britain’s prime minister wanted to figure out a future trade relationship with the EU, there’s disagreement over what happens to the border between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

(U.S. Edition) As Congress tries to reconcile the two different tax bills that are on the table (one from the House and one from the Senate), we’ll look at one item they do have in common: a move toward a territorial system of taxation. This move would try to encourage U.S. companies to move the trillions they have stashed overseas into the U.S. Afterwards, we’ll look at a new proposal from the Department of Labor that would allow employers to pool tip money from workers who earn at least minimum wage, and share it with non-tipped workers. Plus: A conversation with Marketplace Weekend host Lizzie O’Leary about her trip to Puerto Rico in the aftermath of Hurricane Maria. While the hurricane hit the island three months ago, power there still hasn’t been fully restored. 

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service … Australia has seen 26-straight years of growth, but we’ll explain why some economists are keeping a keen eye on home prices and consumer-spending levels. Afterwards, at a UN environment summit in Kenya today, nations will agree to keep plastics out of oceans. We’ll talk to an expert in a protected beach reserve who explains why new efforts are imperative. Then, we’ll take you to Tokyo where working moms still find it difficult to balance jobs and family. 

(Markets Edition) Markets have responded mostly positively to the progress the GOP has made in overhauling America’s tax system, but the tech-heavy NASDAQ didn’t have the greatest Monday. Gabriela Santos, global market strategist with JP Morgan Asset Management, stopped by to explain why some sectors are going to benefit more from corporate tax reform than others. Afterwards, we’ll look at China’s fight to be considered a market economy.

(U.S. Edition) The Senate is debating a bill that would free some small and midsized banks from regulations that were put in place following the financial crisis. We’ll look at whether these looser rules will just mean bigger problems down the line. Afterwards, we’ll discuss the Supreme Court’s first hearing on a case involving a baker who refused to bake a wedding cake for a same-sex couple. Plus: How one company is letting investors buy a cut of their favorite artists’ royalties.

(Global Edition) From the BBC World Service … European Union finance ministers are expected to adopt a blacklist of 20 tax haven nations. We’ll tell you what that could mean for some of the world’s biggest companies. Afterwards, we’ll take you to Tokyo where names like Takata and Kobe Steel once contributed to the country’s sterling corporate reputation…but have more recently helped tarnish that perception. 

(Markets Edition) Now that the Senate has passed its version of the tax bill, a new process begins: combining the two bills so Trump can sign it into law. On today’s show, we’ll preview what’s set to be a complicated week ahead for tax policy. Afterwards, we’ll chat with economist Julia Coronado about how the markets have been reacting to the Senate’s passage of the measure. Hint: They’re thrilled. Then to cap off today’s show, we’ll discuss Trump’s plan to significantly shrink Bears Ears National Monument in Utah. That has some groups worried that energy companies will try to move in.