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A new way to explain the markets
Financial Times editor John Authers talks with Kai Ryssdal about what has happened the past few years to change our view of the markets, and new ideas economists are exploring to account for market behavior. (10/01/2009)
What B of A's next CEO faces
There's no word on who will replace Bank of America CEO Ken Lewis when he steps down at the end of the year. Jeremy Hobson reports the bank's size means it won't be an easy road for his successor. (10/01/2009)
CIT's shaky future hurts small biz
Business lender CIT is scrambling to work out a deal with its bondholders for a takeover, or it'll have to file for bankruptcy. Bob Moon reports on the fallout for the small businesses caught in the middle. (09/30/2009)
FDIC looks for ways to replenish fund
Banking regulators say they expect bank failures to cost the FDIC $100 billion over the next four years. Steve Henn reports the FDIC is doing everything it can to avoid another taxpayer-financed bailout. (09/29/2009)
FDIC needs to find way out of hole
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation is short on cash and is meeting today to try to figure out what to do. Some suggest the FDIC borrow money from healthy banks. Steve Henn reports. (09/29/2009)
Why the shift in global economic policy?
For decades, the governments of the eight economic powers have considered themselves the major decision-makers on the global economy. But from now on all members of the G-20 will be included in discussions. Bob Moon reports. (09/25/2009)
Recession gives G20 a lot to talk about
Leaders of the top 20 economies gather this week in Pittsburgh to figure out how to unwind from the worst global recession any of them have ever seen. Marketplace London Bureau Chief Stephen Beard looks ahead to the G20 Summit with host Bob Moon. (09/21/2009)
Weekly Wrap: After Lehman
Reuters blogger Felix Salmon and freelance writer Heidi Moore talk with Kai Ryssdal about whether we are more secure after the fall of Lehman Brothers, and if it's now safe for banks to give TARP money back. (09/18/2009)
SEC tightens rules for credit agencies
The Securities and Exchange Commission has passed new rules that will give it tighter control over how credit agencies operate. Alisa Roth reports. (09/18/2009)
A guide to capitalism over the years
New York Times columnist Gretchen Morgenson talks with Kai Ryssdal about her book, "The Capitalist's Bible," and how capitalism has changed through the ages. (09/17/2009)
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