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Andrew O'Day says Bill Gates' return to the claim of world's richest person comes as his philanthropy sets new giving records. Standards vary widely as to what makes for a safe factory in Bangladesh. Every day can be Happy Birthday for cake lovers.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/xgTWImJr6Bs" ...
Andrew O'Day says western companies are shopping for low-wage countries to replace Bangladesh as their clothing suppliers. Regulators are starting to hear fast food industry protesters. People would pay bottom dollar to avoid the middle seat.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/BVivE7QjWE8" ...
Andrew O'Day says that as European retailers push, U.S. retailers nudge for factory reform in Bangladesh. A coffee supply crisis is costing Central American farmers a lot more than it's costing us.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/bwS1urmGriA" height="1" ...
Andrew O'Day says opportunity is knocking for big retailers to be good global citizens, but only Europe is answering thus far. The U.S., Canada and Mexico soon may be the new OPEC. Microsoft learns Klingon.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/cl451cEnlbw" ...
So much for Sell in May and Go Away! Andrew O'Day returns from his overseas jaunt to discover that instead of selling at the start of May, investors are ignoring the silly old adage and keeping the rally going.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/xxG8q8wEFf0" ...
Home builders say they are hurting for workers.
Steve Potisk says this is a problem just as some parents are spending thousands to make their teens more comfortable at home.
And McDonald's says so long to the Angus burger and Whole Foods has a problem with chicken salad.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/AvzQpIzZaYY" ...
The April news on home foreclosures helps put housing on a solid foundation. Joan Doniger spoke with RealtyTrac's Daren Blomquist who says foreclosures fell to a 6 year low last month.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/WgNF8yosaJQ" height="1" width="1" />
The Dow's new highs may make you think about how other investments have been doing. Steve Potisk says oil investors have made out rather well.
Mortgage delinquencies are down. And no that 801 phone number is not toll free.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/N6Rz4DISenQ" ...
The housing market is heating up again. MarketWatch Radio levels the playing field with tips on how buyers can avoid bidding wars and how sellers can boost their sale price. Alisa Parenti reports.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/MPsusfs5bCs" height="1" ...
Lenders are more willing to lower some of the strict standards they put in place for mortgages after the housing meltdown. But Steve Potisk tells us you better have impeccable credit.
And we take a look at online education, one of the hottest topics in the academic world.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/yxCMPN7f7Bw" ...
The April jobs report was better than expected. Steve Potisk says that's a hopeful sign when some other economic indicators have been suggesting a spring slowdown in the economy. Tracy Johnke spoke with Beth Ann Bovino, S-and-P deputy chief economist, about the results.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/cBlLivYYjUQ" ...
Ford hangs out the "Help Wanted" sign even as unemployment lines get smaller.
And Steve Potisk tells us grades are great, but business schools want to know how students feel.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/d4DfdGPPz68" height="1" width="1" />
Private-sector employment growth slowed down in April.
Apple even borrows money in a big way.
And flame grilled or fried burgers? Steve Potisk says don't decide until you hear this.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/xCeHlj6vYM8" height="1" width="1" />
The Fed opens a two-day meeting with some new numbers to consider.
Steve Potisk says there's good news on the housing market as home prices rise.
And if you like hummus, you are in good company.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/LOGAYCXMZjI" height="1" ...
Fast food outlets go 24/7 to boost their sales. But it is not without a price.
And Steve Potisk speaks with a personal finance expert about rewards programs and how they can be all pluses and no minuses if you learn how to handle them properly.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/2U8lzC-Hc48" ...
Economic growth picked up the pace so far this year. But Steve Potisk tells us not as much as economists had hoped.
A billionaire hedge fund manager and political activist sees something to like at JC Penney.
Best Buy has its own plans for recovery. It's called customer service.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/nw5qP0CPNYU" ...
The long national nightmare is just about over. Yes the return of the Twinkie is imminent. But labor union fans may not want to buy.
Verizon may make a really big bid to buy the entire wireless firm that carries its name.
And home price gains are slowing.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/pYocY_UxPfc" ...
Increase the minimum wage? Steve Potisk tells us one small business group says, why not?
Superman teams with a powerful retailer.
And TV for car drivers? Not likely around these parts.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/pOmFAWgmX2g" height="1" width="1" />
There is a new winner, or is it loser, when it comes to the worst job. And as Steve Potisk tells us this job used to be more desirable.
Also Netflix is doing something right, it hired Kevin Spacey.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/M2zgz-tJqkk" height="1" ...
Organic tea company, Honest Tea, is celebrating Earth Day all year long with its Great Recycle initiative. MarketWatch Radio's Steve Potisk spoke all about it with Honest Tea boss, Seth Goldman. He shares how everyone can get involved with what the division of Coca Cola is doing.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/marketwatch/podcasts/MarketWatchNewsBreak/~4/Pk5PbeqdsNI" ...
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