Google's Mobile Monopoly
The European Commission just slapped Google with a $5 billion fine for abusing its Android monopoly. How did it create the alleged monopoly? By making Android free.
Economy
How New Tariffs Are Impacting US Businesses
Rumblings of a trade war between the U.S. and China started in January when President Trump imposed tariffs on solar panels and washing machines.
Missouri Nail Factory Manager On Steel Tariffs
NPR's Korva Coleman speaks with Chris Pratt, operations general manager at Mid Continent Nail Corporation in Missouri about company layoffs as a result of President Trump's tariffs on steel.
Brexit, The Netherlands And Trade
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Pieter Omtzigt, Brexit rapporteur for the Dutch parliament, about Dutch plans if Britain leaves the EU with little preparation.
Explaining The 'Yield Curve'
Can the yield curve predict recession, or is it a dated model? Planet Money explains.
Three Indicators To Keep A (Side)eye On
Three worrying indicators to keep an eye on — less complicated than the yield curve, but something you can talk about at the water cooler.
Trump Slams Interest Rate Hikes, Ignoring Hands-Off Tradition Toward Fed
Presidents usually don't comment directly on Fed policy. But President Trump broke with that tradition Thursday, saying, "I'm not thrilled" about the Fed's interest rate increases.
Trade Wars And The Batman Problem
It may be too late to avoid a trade war between the U.S. and China, but there might be a simple way to stop the trade wars of the future.
Greensboro's Multi-Million Dollar Streetscape Projects Aim To Attract Downtown Foot Traffic
Several downtown Greensboro streets are getting a makeover. City leaders recently wrapped up a series of public meetings to gather input for the plans.