Where producer prices go, consumer prices are likely follow
Summary
Marketplace reports on a sharp 1.3% jump in producer prices, signaling potential future consumer inflation despite stable food and tech costs. The episode explores how shoppers are planning ahead for the holidays to manage budgets, while small business owners like a Colorado fly fishing outfitter navigate cautious spending and weather impacts. In a feature from Mumbai, the Risdahl team visits Fashion Panda, a family-run clothing manufacturer launching a sustainable children’s brand amid global trade shifts and labor challenges.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Pega Blueprint and 3DayBlinds
Marketplace intro and today's agenda
Producer Price Index (PPI) data release
Analysis of rising producer prices and energy costs
Sectors with moderate inflation: food, tires, and electronics
Retail sales data and consumer holiday spending habits
Small business perspective: Fly fishing retreats in Colorado
Market numbers: Stocks, bonds, and tech sector performance
Sponsors: Pega, Business Roundtable, and Wealth Enhancement
The Age of Work: Introduction to India segment
Meeting Jay and Neha Shroff of Fashion Panda
Launching the Popcorn children's clothing brand
Challenges in hiring and retaining workers in India
Impact of US tariffs and global trade on Indian exports
Tour of the design studio and future of Indian economy
Closing remarks and credits
Promo: Sold a Story podcast
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