Feb 23, 2021

How new PPP eligibility requirements are hurting some small businesses

Fewer small businesses are eligible for this round of the Paycheck Protection Program. Plus, an update on the vaccine supply chain.

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What the bond market can tell us about the pace of economic recovery

by Sabri Ben-Achour

Feb 23, 2021

Rising bond yields are an optimistic sign, even though the Fed says a real recovery isn't right around the corner.

When bond yields go up quickly, it can spook the stock market. But stocks aren't the whole story.

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Democrats' relief bill would expand earned income tax credit

by Kimberly Adams

Feb 23, 2021

Millions would become eligible, and the benefit could triple for some.

Sens. Richard Durbin, left, and Chuck Schumer discuss the COVID-19 relief bill. Tax policy changes backed by Democrats could make a big difference for low-income workers.

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COVID-19

Vaccine supply chain bottlenecks eased, drugmakers tell Congress

by Scott Tong

Feb 23, 2021

Pfizer and others are collaborating to accelerate production. Johnson & Johnson and Novavax may receive FDA approval soon.

In vaccine making, one of the key bottlenecks is filling bottles quickly.

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For Texas small businesses, the storm's yet another trial

by Samantha Fields

Feb 23, 2021

Some pivoted to help their communities. Others have received support from their customers.

The freeze has imposed a major setback on Texas businesses that depend on farming.

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What does inflation look like?

by Kai Ryssdal and Maria Hollenhorst

Feb 23, 2021

Inflation’s been hard to find in this economy for years, but what if that changes?

At 2% inflation, the Federal Reserve's target rate, it takes about 35 years for prices to double.

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Some businesses that could use the help aren't eligible for new PPP loans

by Justin Ho

Feb 23, 2021

Businesses can only apply for the latest round of loans if their revenue fell 25% or more.

The pandemic has had varying affects on businesses' earnings. Some have seen modest revenue declines but are still in jeopardy.

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Music from the episode

Opendoors Jitwam

Music Cornelius

Posed To Be feat. Chali 2na, Mixmaster Wolf & DJ Dusk Breakestra

Intro Jedi Mind Tricks

Baghdad Sun Apollo Brown

K.I.S.S.E.S Bent

Watch it Grow The Everywheres

The team

Nancy Farghalli Executive Producer

Daisy Palacios Senior Producer

Maria Hollenhorst Producer

Sean McHenry Associate Producer

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