Aug 11, 2016

Marketplace for Thursday, August 11, 2016

A San Francisco police officer and police dog patrol San Francisco International Airport. Paul Morris/Getty Images

Hillary Clinton gave more details on her fiscal policy proposals in an economic speech Thursday in Warren, Michigan; why central banks' efforts have failed and why some say what's needed now is fiscal stimulus; and some airports are looking into privatizing security.

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After decades of wariness, China to grow GMOs

by Annie Baxter

Aug 11, 2016

The country will push to commercialize genetically modified corn and soybeans.

Farmers sow corn seeds with a grain drill at a field in Chiping County, in east China's Shandong province.

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The world's central banks could use a break

by Mark Garrison

Aug 11, 2016

To spur growth, governments need to turn to fiscal policy.

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On India's coast, fish is more than just dinner

by Kai Ryssdal

Aug 11, 2016

Samanth Subramanian explores the role of seafood in India's local economies.

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The pros and cons of privatizing airport security

by Sam Harnett

Aug 11, 2016

For some facilities, it's about reducing long lines and passenger complaints.

A San Francisco police officer and police dog patrol San Francisco International Airport.

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The sun is rising on mandatory solar roofs

by Jed Kim

Aug 11, 2016

More cities are requiring the energy-saving feature. Built-out Santa Monica is one.

Home construction has slowed in Lancaster, but building developments under construction will add more solar rooftops to the city's portfolio.

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What was behind Macy's decision to cut more stores?

by Sally Herships

Aug 11, 2016

A look at what drives brick-and-mortar retail strategy in an online-dominant era.

People walk past Macy's flagship store in Herald Square on Thursday in New York City. The retailer announced plans to close 100 stores nationwide.

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Clinton economic policies rely on tax changes

by Kimberly Adams

Aug 11, 2016

In a speech near Detroit, Clinton said the rich and corporations should pay more.

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton plans to tax corporations that move jobs outside of the country to pay for her initiatives.

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Final Note

Hillary Clinton says she opposes the TPP

by Kai Ryssdal

Aug 11, 2016

But that hasn't always been the case.

Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton opposes the Trans-Pacific Partnership — now.

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Hillary Clinton gave more details on her fiscal policy proposals in an economic speech Thursday in Warren, Michigan; why central banks’ efforts have failed and why some say what’s needed now is fiscal stimulus; and some airports are looking into privatizing security.