Marketplace Morning Report

Marketplace

Summary

Marketplace Morning Report is your essential daily briefing for understanding the complex forces that shape our world. Hosted by Kimberly Adams, the program cuts through the noise of the 24-hour news cycle to provide clear, insightful analysis of the economic stories that impact your life, your wallet, and your community. Each episode takes a deep dive into the intersection of policy and the economy. From the ripple effects of shifting trade tariffs and geopolitical volatility in the Strait of Hormuz to the long-term labor impacts of artificial intelligence, the show explores how macro-level decisions filter down to the local level. You will hear from leading economists, policy analysts, and industry experts who break down the numbers behind everything from the gaming industry’s massive cultural influence to the real-world consequences of administrative hurdles in social safety nets like SNAP. The hallmark of the show is its ability to connect disparate dots—linking historical workforce shifts to modern-day infrastructure funding or examining how immigration policy influences small business viability. Whether it is tracking the rise of global semiconductor giants or questioning the sustainability of current tax legislation, Marketplace Morning Report offers a thoughtful, grounded, and often surprising look at the machinery of our economy. If you are looking to stay informed on the issues that actually drive the market and the workforce, this is the daily conversation you cannot afford to miss.

Updated Jul 8, 2026

Episodes

When ICE raids create "an economy of fear"

Jul 8, 20267 min

ICE raids create an economy of fear that triggers persistent declines in local business activity and revenue.

An unpredictable ceasefire means unpredictable prices

Jul 8, 20266 min

Oil prices are surging as a collapsed ceasefire in the Strait of Hormuz creates new inflationary fears for consumers.

Can Trump take credit for the stock market boom?

Jul 7, 20266 min

Trump claims credit for the stock market, but experts say the AI boom deserves the thanks, not his administration.

Trying a different tariff tack

Jul 7, 20266 min

The administration is launching a new legal strategy to impose tariffs after previous attempts faced court setbacks.

When AI disrupts entry-level work, will we be ready?

Jul 6, 20266 min

Federal data shows AI isnt wiping out entry-level jobs yet, but the long-term threat demands a new approach to training.

The rising star in chipmaking you may not have heard of

Jul 6, 20267 min

South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix is riding the AI boom to a massive NASDAQ debut after dominating high-bandwidth memory.

250 years of the American economy

Jul 3, 20267 min

Immigration, workforce shifts, and technological pivots continue to define 250 years of American economic adaptation.

Understanding the hype around GTA IV

Jul 3, 20266 min

The highly anticipated launch of Grand Theft Auto VI is poised to become the most valuable media property in history.

Let's do the numbers on Trump's big tax bill

Jul 2, 20267 min

Early data shows corporate tax receipts are falling while individual income taxes climb one year into the new law.

A dramatic decline in SNAP enrollment

Jul 2, 20266 min

More than four million people have lost SNAP benefits as new federal rules and administrative hurdles take hold.

How to stop putting off your personal finance tasks

Jul 1, 20267 min

Stop procrastinating on financial chores by using strategies like commitment devices and temptation bundling.

What a Supreme Court decision means for money in politics

Jul 1, 20266 min

The Supreme Court has struck down limits on coordinated spending, allowing parties to raise and spend unlimited funds.

Chinese economic data and U.S. consumers

Jun 30, 20266 min

New Chinese factory data shows modest growth, signaling how shifting manufacturing trends impact the U.S. economy.

Steep ACA enrollment declines

Jun 30, 20266 min

Three million fewer people have ACA insurance as expired pandemic subsidies and higher premiums drive enrollment down.

The good, the bad, and the complex of student loan caps

Jun 29, 20266 min

New federal loan caps for graduate students aim to curb rising tuition but limit access for low-income applicants.

Slimmed down grocery sales

Jun 29, 20266 min

Rising use of weight-loss drugs like Ozempic is shifting grocery shopping habits and shrinking food packaging sizes.

What Congress' housing bill could mean for rural America

Jun 26, 20266 min

New federal housing legislation aims to boost rural affordability by protecting rental aid and easing mortgage rules.

What it's like working as an animal talent agent

Jun 26, 20266 min

Training and safety are the real secrets to landing your pet a role in film and television productions.

A key inflation measure hits a three-year high

Jun 25, 20266 min

Core inflation rose to a three-year high in May as persistent service sector costs challenge price stability.

Inclusion is a smart business decision

Jun 25, 20266 min

Inclusive policies drive better business results and talent retention despite a challenging legislative landscape.

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