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‘Tis the season to shop
Nov 28, 2024

‘Tis the season to shop

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The National Retail Federation expects over 183 million people to shop between Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Plus, are U.S. Treasurys still "risk-free" investments?

Segments From this episode

Why are Black Friday deals appearing earlier this year?

Nov 28, 2024
Pre-Thanksgiving Black Friday sales aren’t just about getting more of our money early. It's about getting us to imagine all the things we want to buy as prices continue to drop.
Just because people are willing to spend doesn’t mean they aren’t being cautious. Consumers are seeking out deals and cheaper alternatives to their holiday shopping list items.
Kamil Krzaczynski/AFP via Getty Images

Are U.S. Treasurys still 'risk-free' investments?

A new study looking at how U.S. Treasurys were bought and sold during peak pandemic casts doubt on this dynamic.
U.S. government debt is considered among the safest of investments. But is that perception changing and why?
Olivier Douliery/AFP via Getty Images

The team

Leanna Byrne Host, BBC
Kelly Silvera Executive Producer
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Ariana Rosas Producer
Nic Perez Director/Producer
Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer
John Bruington Media Producer
Jesson Duller Media Producer
Brian Allison Technical Director
James Graham Producer, BBC
Jo Critcher Producer, BBC
Naomi Rainey Producer, BBC