“Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal speaks with Jordyn Holman at the New York Times and Catherine Rampell at the Washington Post about retail sales, Biden’s economic legacy, inflation and more.
Housing starts jumped in December
by Justin Ho
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Multifamily housing was a big part of the increase. But there is still high demand for single-family homes.
Consumers bolster spending figures but carry more debt
by Kristin Schwab
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December sales figures showed spending was strong, but more consumers are using credit cards and buy now, pay later programs to finance purchases.
Why the history genre is big business right now
by Kai Ryssdal and Andie Corban
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Books, newsletters and podcasts about the past, including “The Rest Is History,” are popular and profitable, explains journalist Will Dunn.
Activist groups prepare for legal battles during Trump 2.0
by Kimberly Adams
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As the incoming team develops executive orders and initiatives, critics are hiring staff and reviewing lessons of the first term.
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