ECONOMY

The Battle Over Biden's Infrastructure Bill Continues

8:56am September 25, 2021

NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Rep. Josh Gottheimer D-N.J., about why he wants the vote for the infrastructure bill to take place on Monday even as his own party stands divided on several provisions.

Shoppers line up to buy supplies at Costco Wholesale in New Jersey last year as fears over COVID-19 grew around the world. The company recently reintroduced limits on toilet paper, cleaning supplies and other products as it copes with supply chain challen

Limits On Toilet Paper And Cleaning Supplies Are Back At Costco

6:31pm September 24, 2021

by Jonathan Franklin

Costco Chief Financial Officer Richard Galanti said an anticipated uptick in demand as the delta variant surges and supply chain challenges led to the purchase limits on key household items.

The Boppy Co. has recalled more than 3 million of its newborn loungers due to suffocation risks after the deaths of eight infants.

Boppy Recalls 3.3. Million Baby Pillows After The Deaths Of 8 Infants

6:59pm September 23, 2021

by Jonathan Franklin

The loungers were sold in stores from January 2004 to September 2021. Retailers including Amazon, Pottery Barn Kids, Target and Walmart carried the product.

Most Of The $47 Billion Meant To Prevent Evictions Hasn't Reached Those Who Need It

4:40pm September 23, 2021

by Chris Arnold

Many states have stumbled getting rental assistance from Congress into the hands of people facing eviction. State and local programs are scrambling now that a federal eviction moratorium has ended.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell speaks during a Senate Banking Committee hearing in Washington, D.C., on July 15. The Fed issued new economic projections at the conclusion of its policy meeting on Wednesday.

The Fed Says Inflation Is Hotter Than Expected — But It Should Cool Next Year

4:55pm September 22, 2021

by Scott Horsley

The Federal Reserve is projecting higher inflation this year than it had previously forecast, but says prices will cool more next year.

Economy

As Fed Meeting Wraps Up, Interest Rates Will Likely Remain Near Zero

8:12am September 22, 2021

The Federal Reserve ends a policy meeting Wednesday. No changes are expected in interest rates, but investors will be watching for hints as to when the central bank may lessen support for the economy.

A community of young investors on TikTok, including @ceowatchlist, @quicktrades and @irisapp, are using House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's stock trading disclosures as inspiration for where to invest themselves. One user called Pelosi the market's "biggest whal

TikTokers Are Trading Stocks By Copying What Members Of Congress Do

5:16pm September 21, 2021

by Tim Mak

Online stock trading has taken off, bolstered by easy apps and lower prices. Now, a community of young investors have a new strategy: looking for stock tips from members of Congress.

The "Skinny House" or the "Spite House" is 10 feet wide at its widest. It's been sold for $1.25 million.

A 10-Foot Wide House In Boston Sells For $1.25 Million

4:21pm September 21, 2021

It's been called the "Skinny House" or the "Spite House." The legend is that two brothers shared land but one built on more than his share, so the other built a skinny house to block access and views.

An aerial general view shows the skyline of Lower Manhattan last month.

Why The City Will Survive The Age Of Pandemics And Remote Work

2:22pm September 21, 2021

by Greg Rosalsky

A new book explains why "the age of urban miracles" is far from over.

Nicole Wolter at work at her factory in Wauconda, Ill., which makes components for industrial machines. Wolter's company is straining to meet demand as her own suppliers struggle with short staffing.

Economy

How A Single Missing Part Can Hold Up $5 Million Machines And Unleash Industrial Hell

8:48am September 21, 2021

by Scott Horsley

U.S. manufacturers are still struggling to keep pace with booming demand. The culprit? Sometimes, it's a single missing part.