Looking At U.S. Trade With China
President Trump announced tariffs on $50 billion worth of Chinese goods. China says it will retaliate. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Dan Ikenson of the libertarian Cato Institute for his reaction.
Economy
Gettin' Giggy With It
Despite the proliferation of apps like Lyft, TaskRabbit, and Uber, a new report found no growth in people primarily doing this kind of work. Here's how the "gig economy" is and isn't changing.
Trump Hits China With Tariffs On $50 Billion Of Goods; China Says It Will Retaliate
After months of threats, U.S. customs will begin to collect the new tariffs on Chinese imports on July 6. The president says he is targeting China's technology sector.
News Brief: Report Criticizes Comey, Republicans To Vote On Immigration, Tariffs On China
Former FBI Director James Comey has been found insubordinate in his handling of the Clinton email investigation, but not biased. Also, House Republicans plan to vote next week on immigration bills.
White House To Announce China Tariffs
The White House is expected to announce tariffs on Chinese goods. NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with former Secretary of Commerce Carlos Gutierrez about the move.
Trading Spaces
The New York Stock Exchange — that bastion of American capitalism — owes its existence to two dozen men, a buttonwood tree, and a coffee shop. Today on The Indicator: the history of Wall Street.
Former Banker, Now Regulator, Wants To Allow Banks To Make Payday-Style Loans
Comptroller of the Currency Joseph Otting is a former bank executive testifying before Congress this week about reshaping some banking rules. He wants big banks to start making small-dollar loans.
Dude, Where's My Trade War?
One way to think of President Trump's trade policy is as a sort of soap opera. Today, we catch you up on the latest dramatic twists and also answer a big, looming question: are we in a trade war?
Fed Raises Interest Rates, Signals 2 More Hikes This Year
The Fed boosted a key interest rate again — its seventh hike since 2015. The move, which was expected, will trigger higher rates on credit cards, home equity lines and other kinds of borrowing.
Saudi Arabia's Ambitious Economic Overhaul Hinges On Reducing Its Oil 'Addiction'
The government has ambitious plans to diversify the oil kingdom — and that means revamping the world's biggest petroleum producer.