The Father Of Microfinance Has A Plan To Fix Capitalism
He started a revolution in lending … now he's hoping to create a new financial system based on altruism.
ECONOMY
Cities Dream Of Landing Amazon's New HQ And They're Going To Great Lengths To Show It
Retail giant Amazon is looking for a second home, and many cities are trying to land the HQ2 project. At stake are 50,000 jobs and a new economic anchor for the winner. It has led to a lot of stunts.
As Trump Moves To Renegotiate NAFTA, U.S. Farmers Are Hopeful But Nervous
Farmers say exports are a crucial part of their business and they're warily watching as the Trump administration pushes to remake the long-standing trade agreement with Canada and Mexico.
Hurricane Maria Takes A Toll On Businesses In Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico's economy was depressed even before Hurricane Maria. Now the island faces an especially dire future, and many small businesses don't see immediate prospects for recovery.
Equifax Hack Brings Renewed Attention To The Credit Reporting Industry
Companies like Equifax, Experian and TransUnion know virtually every piece of our financial lives. The Planet Money team set out to understand where this multi-billion dollar industry came from.
Friday News Roundup - Domestic
This week, we saw an executive order on health care, a shift in immigration strategy and a step forward on disaster relief.
Congressional Aid Could Help Puerto Rico Create Sustainable Economy
The U.S. House is expected to pass a $36 billion relief package including billions for Puerto Rico. Although Congress is not expected to revisit the island's $74 billion debt, analysts say the infusion of federal aid may help revive Puerto Rico's stagnant economy.
Northern California Wildfires Destroy Thousands Of Businesses
In much of the area burning in Northern California, agriculture is the main industry. And in the Sonoma and Napa counties, wine is the big player. It's worth billions and employs a 100,000 workers.
China: How A Superpower Sets Its Agenda
It's an event that comes around every five years, and it sets the stage for political leadership of the world's most populous country.
In The Age Of Concierge Apps, Real-Life Concierges Tout The 'Human Element'
Concierges are finding ways to keep it fresh — including by stepping out from behind the marble counter.