Borrowing costs go boom
Summary
Marketplace examines rising global bond yields driven by government spending and AI infrastructure demand, contrasting this with a stable but uneven US labor market. The episode features Austin Golding of Golding Barge Lines discussing workforce retention and the Jones Act, alongside reports on record energy storage growth and brands adapting marketing strategies for Reddit.
Topics discussed
Ad: Odo business software
Global bond yields rise and stock market update
Labor market: Job openings and sector duality
Interview: Barge line CEO on labor and tariffs
Market numbers: Stocks, oil, and bonds
Ad: VantageScore credit reporting
Ad: University of Illinois MBA
Ad: Odo business software
Ad: Vanta compliance platform
Energy storage capacity hits record highs
Brands target Reddit for AI citations
My Economy: Dr. Toya's career pivots
Closing note on diesel prices and inflation
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