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Jobless Claims soar, a new Covid-19 test, and a new threat to malls.
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47 minutes
Released:
Mar 26, 2020
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Jobless claims jump nearly fivefold from the record set in 1982, and Fed Chair Jay Powell says “The Fed is not out of ammunition.” We look at what that all means for the markets and the economy.Plus, a new test is making its way to the U.S. that can not only detect Covid-19 but also 20 other infections with similar symptoms. The CEO of the company that makes it joins us next.And, more and more restaurants telling their landlords they won’t be able to pay the rent come April 1st. A look at the impact that could have on already struggling malls.
Released:
Mar 26, 2020
Format:
Podcast episode
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