To Shine A Light On Salary Gaps, Obama Wants Companies To Disclose Pay Data
The proposal would require companies with more than 100 employees to submit data, affecting more than 63 million workers.
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Why Cheap Gas Might Not Be Good For The U.S. Economy
A drop in global oil prices saved U.S. drivers $100 billion last year. Good news, right? Not so, say some economists. The energy industry is now so big that cheap oil may actually hurt the economy.
After Lifting Of Sanctions, Iran's President Brings Trade Mission To France
NPR's Robert Siegel talks to Ardavan Amir-Aslani, a French-Iranian lawyer who is negotiating deals with Tehran for major French corporations.
Drop In Oil Prices Complicates Effort To Combat Climate Change
Replacing fossil fuels with renewable energy to combat climate change will require trillions of dollars in investment. Cheap prices for fossil fuels are making that transition a bit more complicated.
USDA's Tom Vilsack: Federal Help For High Point Will Spur Growth, Give Hope
The City of High Point is getting federal help in setting up a farmers market.
Episode 679: You Asked For It
We ponder the origins of money, the economics of Santa, and the business of cemeteries. Why? Because you asked.
Nigerian Billionaire Banks On Young Entrepreneurs To Combat Poverty's Threat
Nigerian billionaire banker Tony Elumelu is promoting what he calls "Africapitalism." To combat terrorism and social ills, he's funding young entrepreneurs, from car mechanics to caterers.
Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner Overlooks Budget Crisis In State Of The State Speech
Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner will deliver his state of the state address Wednesday. It comes amidst a budget impasse, partisan fighting and finger pointing over cuts to social services and an underfunded pension fund.
How Much Did 'Snowzilla' Blizzard Cost The Economy? Not Much, Analysts Say
Snowzilla may have set a record for snowfall, but it was a minor event, as far as economic costs go. Analysts talk about what they include — or do not include — in their economic loss estimates.
Fed Keeps Rates Steady But Expresses Caution About The Global Economy
Federal Reserve policymakers said they believe the U.S. economy is growing at a moderate pace, and that any increases this year will be "gradual."