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Chinese Firms Now Hold Stakes In Over A Dozen European Ports
China's expansion into European ports is part of its new Maritime Silk Road, which aims to better connect the country to global commercial hubs. But this is about more than just moving cargo.
The Iron Lotus
The reverse stock split is the Iron Lotus of the financial world. It looks complicated and absurd, and it often doesn't end well.
Episode 534: The History of Light (Nobel Edition)
Bill Nordhaus just won the economics Nobel. In this show: He shows how history of light is the history of economic growth — of things getting faster, cheaper, and more efficient.
Are You In Over Your Head With Debt? We Want To Hear From You
Are you in over your head with debt? NPR wants to hear from you. In a few sentences tell us a bit about yourself, your situation and your major stumbling blocks with getting out of debt.
From The Front Lines Of NAFTA, More Relief Than Rejoicing
The new deal to replace NAFTA includes modernizations and improvements. But the biggest benefit, for many sectors, is simply that there is a deal — reducing the uncertainty of previous months.
2 American Economists Win 2018 Nobel Memorial Prize In Economics
Economists William Nordhaus and Paul Romer will share the prize for reshaping the understanding of the long-term determinants of economic growth, the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences said.
Why The Tech Industry Wants Federal Control Over Data Privacy Laws
Though new data privacy laws in Europe and California have put the tech industry on the defensive, it's moving to craft federal legislation that would pre-empt state laws.
China Makes A Big Play In Silicon Valley
"The Chinese figured out that technology is the key to wealth and power, and the source of technology is still the West for China," says one China and tech watcher.
Amazon Employees Consider Consequences Of Company's MInimum Wage Hike
This week, Amazon announced it would raise the minimum wage for 350,000 of its workers — but some employees have mixed feelings.