Aug 5, 2015

Marketplace Morning Report for Wednesday, August 5, 2015

Airing on Wednesday, August 5, 2015: An SEC vote could tell you how much less you make than your CEO; investors are iffy on high-end handbag makers; discount gym Planet Fitness goes public.

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Congress weighing stronger FDA rules on e-cigs

by Kimberly Adams

Aug 5, 2015

In the meantime, some communities have made their own regulations.

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Boutique gyms bulk up with specialized training

by Gigi Douban

Aug 5, 2015

Fitness industry growth is not only in niche studios, but also discount gyms.

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Quiz: How do consumers feel about luxury handbags?

by Mark Garrison

Aug 5, 2015

High-end brands can't get a handle on post-recession sales.

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Mid-day Update

PODCAST: What's your luxury baggage?

by Molly Wood

Aug 5, 2015

A slightly weak jobs report, luxury handbags, and an expanded canal in Egypt.

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Netflix offers up to one year of paid parental leave

by Nova Safo

Aug 5, 2015

The policy applies to both fathers and mothers.

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Airing on Wednesday, August 5, 2015: An SEC vote could tell you how much less you make than your CEO; investors are iffy on high-end handbag makers; discount gym Planet Fitness goes public.