Oct 10th, 2008 · The bailout did nothing. The move to buy commercial paper did nothing. The fundamentals of the economy are evidently off, says Adam Davidson. Is there a solution? We explore the "heart attack of American commerce" and why individuals under 50 have reason to smile.
Oct 4th, 2008 · The bailout package signed into law on Friday was passed amid dire warnings that the U.S. economy was on the verge of collapse. Still, many Americans are asking: was it necessary? NPR's Adam Davidson tackles the question.
Sep 22nd, 2008 · The U.S. economy is in a state of upheaval with major financial institutions in trouble. This weekend lawmakers on Capitol Hill gathered to work on a massive bailout plan. NPR's Adam Davidson and money coach Alvin Hall talk about the affect of Wall Street's meltdown on everyday consumers.
Sep 19th, 2008 · Congress is promising quick action on a plan to buy up soured assets, such as bad mortgages, held by troubled banks and other institutions. Treasury Secretary Henry Paulson and Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke are crafting a proposal, which they plan to soon deliver to lawmakers. David Wessel of The Wall Street Journal and NPR's Adam Davidson answer some questions from Steve Inskeep and listeners about the financial crisis.
Sep 16th, 2008 · The Dow dropped a mind-bending 500 points Sept. 15 on news that the federal government would not bail out investment banking giant Lehman Brothers. NPR's Adam Davidson, looks at why some firms get help and others don't.
Sep 16th, 2008 · The financial fallout continues on Wall Street, with Lehman Brothers in crisis and Merrill Lynch in danger. Money Coach Alvin Hall and NPR's Adam Davidson explain details of the crisis, and what consumers can expect moving forward.
Sep 7th, 2008 · The government takeover of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac is making waves far off American shores. China is watching the events closely because some 10 percent of China's gross domestic product is invested with the troubled mortgage giants. NPR's international business correspondent Adam Davidson talks with host Jacki Lyden about China's stake in the U.S. mortgage industry.
Aug 19th, 2008 · What does "producer price index" mean? Adam Davidson, NPR's economics reporter explains.