Sarah Leeson

1 week ago | marketplace.org | Kai Ryssdal |Sarah Leeson

American importers learned many lessons during the trade war waged during the first Donald Trump administration. But with trade policy these days changing overnight and tariffs in the triple digits, this trade war looks far different from its first iteration. Lisa Goldenberg, president of Delaware Steel Co. and a regular “Marketplace” guest, told us back in 2019 what is was like navigating Trump’s first tariffs. She joined host Kai Ryssdal to explain how this time compares to last.

2 weeks ago | marketplace.org | Nancy Farghalli |Maria Hollenhorst |Andie Corban |Sarah Leeson

Mar 31, 2025The average household income needed to afford a typical U.S. home rose by half since January 2020. Plus, restaurant hiring and banana import whiplash. Segments From This EpisodeForeign investors wary about the trade war’s impact have been selling U.S. stocks — and by extension, dollars — to invest in other markets. by Kristin Schwab and Sarah Leeson“It feels like it’s been psychological torture,” said Daniella Velazquez de León, general manager of Organics Unlimited.

2 weeks ago | marketplace.org | Nancy Farghalli |Maria Hollenhorst |Andie Corban |Sarah Leeson

Apr 1, 2025Will falling retirement account balances put the brakes on consumer spending? Plus, a customs broker gives us tariff calculation insights. Segments From This Episodeby Daniel AckermanFirms with fewer than 10 people let workers go at the highest rate in February. Those businesses are more exposed to quick economic changes.

2 weeks ago | marketplace.org | Nancy Farghalli |Maria Hollenhorst |Andie Corban |Sarah Leeson

Current stream: Carbon Sound - change to marketplace when marketplace.stream.publicradio.org is available Apr 2, 2025Mergers and acquisitions have the slowest quarter in a decade. Plus, Trump wants an American manufacturing renaissance. Are American manufacturers ready? Segments From This Episodeby Kimberly Adams and Sofia TerenzioCareer opportunities are scarce for young adults, which can have long-term impact on their financial well-being, says Bloomberg’s Conor Sen.

2 weeks ago | marketplace.org | Nancy Farghalli |Maria Hollenhorst |Andie Corban |Sarah Leeson

Current stream: Carbon Sound - change to marketplace when marketplace.stream.publicradio.org is available Apr 3, 2025President Trump’s tariff announcement clarifies a lot. What’s next? Plus, use economic theory to make life decisions. Segments From This Episodeby Sabri Ben-AchourPrices are expected to rise across the board — from construction materials to consumer electronics and clothing.