Monday, November 9, 2009
In this show. . .
Dodd, big banks at odds over regulation
Senator Dodd will soon lay out his plan on how to reform the financial system. Steve Henn reports Dodd's thinking is very different from what the banking industry wants.
Public scrutiny over Comcast-NBC deal
There are reports that Comcast and GE have agreed to value NBC at around $30 billion, which may bring the companies one step closer to a deal. Nancy Marshall Genzer reports public-interest groups are worried.
Can the Trabant make a comeback?
There are plans to revive the Trabant, the cheapest and most popular East German car during Communist rule. Amy Scott reports.
Kraft turns hostile in bid for Cadbury
Kraft's bid for candy-maker Cadbury is below the price it initially offered in September. Why? European correspondent Stephen Beard talks the details with Bill Radke.
Court to decide what can be patented
Cutting-edge technology companies will be watching the Supreme Court closely for a decision on a case that asks what kind of innovations can be patented. John Dimsdale reports.
A high Texas Ratio is bad for banks
How can you tell how your bank is doing? One predictor is the so-called Texas Ratio. Alisa Roth reports.
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College Confessions
If you made money mistakes during your college career, you're not alone. Hear Marketplace staffers confess to how they handled their finances.
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Derivatives
Watch the videoCredit default swaps? They're complicated -- and scary! The receipt you get when you pre-order your Thanksgiving turkey? Not so much. But they have a lot in common: They're both derivatives. Senior Editor Paddy Hirsch explains. Watch the video.
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Built on Belief »
One year after the fall of Lehman Brothers, Americans' have lost faith in the financial system and learned some hard lessons. Get more.
The Big Shift »
The recession has changed our financial lives. A look at wealth and prosperity in the middle class and how we live now. Get more.
The Borrowers »
How living beyond our means helped bring down the economy. The role of personal debt in the financial crisis, and where we go from here. Get more.
The Next American Dream »
How four pillars of the American Dream are changing. What's in your future?
Taking Stock »
Conversations with individuals who can give us the long view of our economic situation. Get their views.
- Getting Personal »
Q: Another credit report
I have been requesting credit reports in tandem from one of the three agencies every fourth month. In this way, I receive a free report from each agency once a year. Would I jeopardize the free report privilege if my wife requested separate credit reports as well? Robert, Raleigh, NC Read Chris Farrell's answer »
