Dec 2, 2016

Marketplace Morning Report for Friday, December 2, 2016

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On today's show, we'll talk about an Italian referendum that could determine not only the fate of the country's government, but some of its shaky banks. We'll also discuss Starbucks' announcement that CEO Howard Schultz is stepping down from his position, and look at financial literacy in Louisiana classrooms.

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In Louisiana, kids learn about balancing the books and paying bills

by Marketplace Contributor

Dec 2, 2016

Last May, Louisiana made financial literacy a mandatory topic in state public schools.

At the Finance Park, a financial literacy simulation in Baton Rouge, middle school students learn the basics of paying bills and taxes, and how to balance a monthly budget.

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2016 wage growth: good but not great

by Adam Allington

Dec 2, 2016

The U.S. economy added 178,000 jobs in November, with the unemployment rate declining to 4.6 percent. Forecasts had predicted a net gain of around 180,000, jobs, a signal of steady hiring in the labor market. Though average hourly earnings declined last month, wages have been trending up for some time. But there’s still room for […]

About 1,500 people seeking employment wait in line to enter a job fair in Washington, D.C.

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How will U.N.-U.S. relations fare under Trump administration?

by Reema Khrais

Dec 2, 2016

Today, President Obama will meet with incoming United Nations chief Antonio Guterres. Guterres will step into the Secretary General role in January. That’s also when we’ll see a new administration in Washington. What could U.N.-U.S. relations look like under President Trump? Click the above audio player to hear the full story. Stories You Might Like […]

United Nations Secretary General-designate Antonio Guterres looks on during a joint press conference with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi at the foreign ministry on Nov. 28, 2016 in Beijing, China.

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Those who live and work in Tennessee towns hit by deadly fire grapple with uncertainty

by Marketplace Contributor

Dec 2, 2016

The resort towns of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tenn. are trying to come to terms with the loss of life, homes and livelihood.

A burned sign and structures in Gatlinburg.

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What’s next for Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz?

by Lewis Wallace

Dec 2, 2016

He’ll focus on the company’s fancy coffee pursuits.

Howard Schultz drinks a cup of coffee at the first Starbucks store in Chongqing, China back in 2006.

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Mid-day Update

A $720 pair of Nikes that will tie its own laces

by David Brancaccio

Dec 2, 2016

The November jobs report, financial literacy in Louisiana public schools, and self-tying Nike sneakers.

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On today’s show, we’ll talk about an Italian referendum that could determine not only the fate of the country’s government, but some of its shaky banks. We’ll also discuss Starbucks’ announcement that CEO Howard Schultz is stepping down from his position, and look at financial literacy in Louisiana classrooms.