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Economy Mar 20

A look at the real reasons behind soaring egg prices

By Paul Solman, Diane Lincoln Estes

Economy Oct 27

Column: With its currency woes, will Nigeria let market forces do their job?

Nigerian President Muhammudu Buhari has tried to control the currency market rather than allowing market forces to fully determine foreign exchange rates. But there are also signs of market liberalization.

By Vikram Mansharamani

Economy Nov 09

Column: Why the cure for a sluggish economy is actually longer vacations

What if we could boost the economy with longer vacations? Or with paid family leave? With shorter workweeks?…

By Dean Baker

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A year ago, crude oil was trading at more than $100 a barrel. Now, the price of oil is down more than 60 percent from its peak. Gwen Ifill speaks to The Wall Street Journal’s Russell Gold to understand the…

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Environmental Demand Drives Eco-friendly Products

As public demand for eco-friendly products increases, businesses rush to fill the gap with "green" products touting a lower carbon footprint. Spencer Michels reports on this growing development.

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Increasing Fuel Costs Raise New Energy Concerns

Concerns over high oil prices continue as lawmakers struggle to find production solutions. Two energy consultants discuss the factors behind the ongoing price jumps and analyze the trajectory of fuel costs for the near future.

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Oil Market Focuses Attention on Mideast Conflict

The NewsHour's economics correspondent Paul Solman reports on how the Middle East crisis is affecting the price of oil in other countries.

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