Segments From this episode
Reading the Federal Reserve minutes can feel like hours, but Fed watchers still pore over them
by Matt Levin
May 24, 2022
For those who understand Fed lingo, the minutes can hint at divisions or disagreements, and where Fed policy may be headed.
Energy stocks are now the belle of the Wall Street ball
by Andy Uhler
May 24, 2022
Energy investors have profited as prices climbed. But companies hesitate to boost production, even though costs weigh on consumers.
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Why “big boats” might be partially responsible for inflation
by Kai Ryssdal and Maria Hollenhorst
May 24, 2022
Supply chain journalist Rachel Premack says megaships deserve some of the blame for shipping logjams and increased costs.
COVID-19
Evusheld offers vulnerable Americans protection from COVID. But getting it has been complicated.
by Lily Jamali
May 24, 2022
Scarcity and a lack of outreach has left millions of immunocompromised Americans without access to the treatment.
The birth rate in the U.S. increased last year for the first time since 2014
by Samantha Fields
May 24, 2022
Overall, births are still trending downward.