Feb 04 Watch Emerging markets face new fallout as U.S. Federal Reserve scales back By PBS News Hour Continue watching
Jan 31 Watch Al Gore’s ‘Future’ Tackles Technology, Global Economy, American Democracy Al Gore's 'Future' Tackles Technology, Global Economy, American Democracy… Continue watching
Sep 25 Paul Interviews Brazilian President Lula da Silva Editor’s note: On last night’s NewsHour, Paul spoke with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on the sidelines of the G-20 meeting in Pittsburgh. Lula weighed in not only on the legitimacy of meetings like the G-20 and where… Continue reading
Sep 24 Watch Extended Interview: Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at the G-20 In an interview with Paul Solman from the G-20 meeting in Pittsburgh, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva clarifies his infamous remarks on 'blue-eyed' bankers and weighs in on where emerging markets like Brazil fit in the global economy. Continue watching
Sep 24 In Case You Missed It: Ahead of the G-20, How Are World Economies Faring? Editor’s note: In anticipation of the G-20 summit that begins today in Pittsburgh, Paul’s segment last night took a look at how the world’s economies are faring a year into the financial crisis. Along the way, he gets some global… Continue reading
Mar 31 What’s the Purpose of the G20 Meeting? Question: What scenarios are associated with the G20 conference for the U.S. and global economy? Paul Solman: We want the rest of the world to spend more money stimulating their economies. Except for China, most countries seem to be… Continue reading
Oct 23 Watch Greenspan Admits ‘Flaw’ to Congress, Predicts More Economic Problems Former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan told Congress Thursday the economic crisis unveiled "a flaw" in his view of world markets. Economic analysts discuss his testimony and legacy. Continue watching
Aug 22 Watch High Tech High School Pushes Hispanic Students to Become Top Achievers A San Diego charter high school is aiming to close the education gaps between students of immigrant families and their counterparts by motivating them to acquire business and science skills and pursue college degrees. Paul Solman offers the latest in… Continue watching
May 13 Watch Financial World Shifts Gears Amid Economic Tumult As the U.S. grapples with an economic slowdown and a housing slump, financial leaders are rethinking their strategies. Financier and author George Soros reflects on the changing business trends and details his new book, which examines the "credit crash" of… Continue watching
Jan 22 Fed Slashes Key Rate as World Markets Tumble By Admin, PBS News Hour After many world financial markets suffered their biggest losses Monday since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, the Federal Reserve slashed a key interest rate by three-quarters of a percentage point on Tuesday -- its biggest cut in more than 23… Continue reading