Immigration bolstered population growth and housing demand in big cities like Houston. What happens when immigration declines?

If you've received scam texts with enticing job offers lately, you're not alone. These types of scams are on the rise. Even Marketplace's Kristin Schwab got a message for a remote job paying up to $600 per hour. So, she decided to investigate. youtu.be/m7uvJekRwUc

The private sector has become an increasingly important source of climate cash as some governments reverse course on climate commitments, but the amount of money being invested into climate causes is both not enough and unevenly distributed. What’s driving this gap, and what can be done about it?

All eyes are on TikTok after President Trump issued an executive order to allow the app to stay on the American market. Emily Baker, author of “Every Screen on the Planet,” joined Kai to discuss how and why TikTok became the titan it is today.

When barber Henry “Tribes” Amoloja first created The Weighted Cape, a weighted blanket and haircutting cape hybrid, he learned from customers about how the cape could help neurodivergent clients. Now, he’s certified in providing sensory-friendly haircuts.

“I try to make beautiful paintings of these places that typically aren't thought of as picturesque.” Jake Longstreth, a Los Angeles-based artist, finds inspiration for his paintings in the parking lots of Taco Bell, Home Depot, and other retail and restaurant chains.

The creator of ChatGPT is betting that consumers will feel confident making purchases via chatbot. That's why OpenAI is rolling out a new Instant Checkout feature for some items on Etsy and with Shopify merchants like Skims, Glossier and Vuori coming soon.

When Ola Akinmowo first started the Free Black Women's Library, it was a traveling installation. But after raising $100,000 through crowdfunding, she was able to find a permanent space where she could continue building community.

Residential solar energy tax credits created in 2005 were eliminated in the recent GOP policy bill. In Wyoming, where oil, gas, and coal dominate, this solar company has had to hone in on a niche market.

When you want to know how the average person is feeling, fast food restaurants are a good place to look. As business slows for fast food chains, they’re looking at ways to adapt that don’t involve lowering their prices.

The 'K' in 'K-shaped economy' stands for 'kitchen.' Plus: TikTok geopolitical drama, solar panel tax credits, and a conversation about the week’s economic headlines. Today on Marketplace.

High school students and the counselors advising them are facing a new wrinkle in the job market – artificial intelligence.

Jenny Han recently spoke with “Marketplace” host Kai Ryssdal about her work as both an author and a showrunner, including how she approaches music licensing for the hit Amazon Prime series “The Summer I Turned Pretty."

Walmart says it will remove synthetic food dyes and several other additives from all of its store brands by 2027. That includes private labels like Bettergoods and Great Value, the most popular in-store brand in America.

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Even though layoffs have been slowing, it's been an especially tough year for government workers and for staff at nonprofits that rely on federal funds.

The government shutdown will have major implications for government services. But how will that affect your day to day? Reporting by Janet Nguyen.

We're on track for a layoffs record... Also: "The Summer I Turned Pretty” author and showrunner Jenny Han, recession indicators and a lithium mine. Today on Marketplace.

Southern California’s Silicon Beach has long been a hub for defense technology. Now, that industry is growing, with this year’s funding more than doubling since last year, and more companies want in.

What exactly caused negotiations to stall before the shutdown? Affordable health care is at the heart of the conflict.

Is it more important to consider jobs or prices when deciding on rate cuts? That’s the question Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee has had to weigh — he says rates can still come down, but that we should be cautious about lowering them too much.

Drawn in by its anonymity and accessibility, a growing number of people are using AI chatbots for therapeutic services. But is it possible for the new tech to be used safely for mental health?

Happy New Year! It’s October 1, which means the fiscal year is just beginning. But why is it that (some of) our financial deadlines come a few months early?

That pesky government shutdown will complicate monetary-decision making, says Chicago Fed president Austan Goolsbee. Plus: food dyes, fiscal years, and funding for small businesses. Today on Marketplace.

The Trump administration has issued an additional 10% tariff on imported softwood lumber. The impact of the tariff could be delayed a bit, since importers stocked up on wood earlier in the year, but eventually that cost will be passed to either home buyers or builders.

The stock market has been holding up, but the bond market is somewhat of a different story. Declining yields on government bonds, including the 10-year T-note, could tell us something about how investors feel about tariffs, the slowing job market, and the government shutdown.

We're doing a shutdown Q&A on our @marketplace.org podcast, "Make Me Smart" tomorrow. If you have questions about the shutdown, how it will affect the economy, its impact on you, the policies they're fighting over, or anything else related... send them our way. www.marketplace.org/shows/make-m...

The federal government is preparing for a shutdown at midnight tonight. Here’s how it will impact you.

The current labor market and a potential shutdown are red flags, yes. But consumer and business spending remain a bright spot. Plus: Agentic shopping, sensory-friendly haircuts, and lumber tariffs. Today on Marketplace.

Usually, new homes — with their updated amenities and trendy decor — cost more than existing homes, but the median prices for the two categories have been reversed for five months now. The reason why has to do with interest rates and, of course, location, location, location.

Why does everything cost more at airports? On a new episode of "Million Bazillion," Marketplace's podcast that teaches kids — and their parents — about money and economics, hosts Bridget and Ryan get to the bottom of it. Plus, how currency exchange works and where our money actually comes from 👇

According to plans announced by the Department of Labor, the BLS won't be releasing Friday's jobs report in the case of a government shutdown. Economists say that will be an issue if the shutdown drags on for more than a few days, and private data won't be able to bridge the gap.

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates in September, but how long will it take for those rates to trickle down through the economy? According to some lenders, that depends on what kind of loan you’re looking at, and some other factors.

Retailers tend to staff up around this time of year for the holiday rush, but it’s unclear if the trend will ring true this year. While consumer spending remains strong, online sales, tariff uncertainty, and automation could slow seasonal hiring.

Current homeowners are hesitant to lose those lower locked-in mortgage rates. Plus: Bank lending, holiday hiring, and nuclear startups. Today on Marketplace.

After decades of being on the back burner of energy policy, investments in nuclear power are now on the rise.

A new study found that AI chatbots are effective at persuading users to believe and retain a political stance. One of their key strategies? Making "factual" claims, even if those claims aren't exactly truthful.

Oil prices have been rising over the past few days. But Texas oil and gas firms are still feeling pessimistic about the upcoming year.

The Olympics are coming to Los Angeles in the summer of 2028, and top surfers are excited to catch the “perfect wave.” They’re not the only ones — U.S. Ski & Snowboard wants in on managing the U.S. team, but USA Surfing and the local surf community don’t approve.

Over 160,000 Chinese children have been adopted internationally over the past 30 years, many of whom are reaching adulthood. Now, as many adoptees become more curious about their family histories, an industry of “searchers” is forming.

Warren Littlefield is known for producing prestige streaming shows “Fargo," “The Handmaid’s Tale,” and “The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox." We talked with him about the realities of making TV today, including the impact of pressure from the Trump administration.

After the suspension of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and cancellation of "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert," questions have been raised about the future of late night network television. Experts say it could be time to switch to streaming, but that change comes at a cost.

You’re probably seeing plenty of beer commercials this football season, but why don’t wine companies ever get in on the action? Part of it has to do with wine’s public image, but structural differences between the two industries also play a role.

Chili's is (baby) back. Our own Emily Macune walks us through the chain's comeback. Reporting by Kristin Schwab.

Travel nurse Stephanie Fraker has worked all over the country — from California to Maine to Guam — for the past seven years. Finding a place to stay with her husband, two sons, and dog can be a challenge, which she shares as part of our “Adventures in Housing” series.

Small businesses in LA have been subjected to a growing number of immigration raids, creating anxiety among both business owners and their employees. After the GOP budget bill boosted ICE's budget, organizers are preparing for more.

Americans are spending more money than they’re making due to tariff-induced cost pressures. Plus: ICE raids on businesses, Olympic surfing, and an LA artist. Today on Marketplace.

Auto prices have gone up 29% since before the pandemic, and interest rates are also on the rise. And with “subprime” lender Tricolor shutting down, things could get even harder for low-income buyers.

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A government shutdown would mean missed paychecks and reduced services across the country, but especially in the D.C. area. For residents already dealing with rising home prices and unemployment caused by federal cuts, the threat of shutdown is even more significant.