The OG Yield Curve Whisperer
A conversation with Campbell Harvey, whose 1986 thesis first explained how the yield curve could predict the direction of the economy.
Economy
Head Of South Carolina's Chamber Of Commerce On Escalating Trade War
David Greene talks to chamber president Ted Pitts, about how trade policy is affecting businesses in the state. One company said it would lay off more than 100 workers because of tariffs.
Trickle-Down Economics: Pricing H2O
What's the best way to price water in a drought, to ensure people get what they need without breaking the bank?
Sanctions, Iran, And The Battle Over SWIFT
Today on the Indicator: How a small Belgian company wields enormous influence in global finance and diplomacy.
Iran Braces For New U.S. Sanctions To Further Cripple Economy
The new sanctions, which were previously lifted under the 2015 nuclear deal, severely limit Iran's ability to buy U.S. currency and issue sovereign debt, and place restrictions on trade with Iran.
Genetic Tests Can Hurt Your Chances Of Getting Some Types Of Insurance
Federal law keeps insurers from using genetic test results when pricing and issuing health insurance. But the tests might keep you from being able to get life insurance or a long-term-care policy.
MoviePass Will Now Limit Subscribers To 3 Movies Per Month
David Greene talks to Wired magazine's Brian Barrett about the beleaguered movie theater subscription company instituting a cap on visits. It had offered unlimited movies for less than $10 a month.
A Study Found Bankruptcy Soared Among Americans 65 And Older
Americans age 65 and older who file for bankruptcy has tripled since what it was in 1991. NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with lead author Deborah Thorne of the Consumer Bankruptcy Project about the factors behind this rise.
There Aren't Enough Houses On The Market To Meet Demand
During the Great Recession, investors bought up a lot of homes and are now renting them out. In cities like Denver, even as home prices soar, investors are still not putting those properties back on the market.