Marketplace Morning Report It's been a rollercoaster for Six Flags
Nov 27, 2025
Savannah Peters, a Marketplace reporter focused on the CDFI Fund, discusses the uncertainty surrounding funding and its impact on local lenders. Daniel Ackerman explores the challenges facing Six Flags, including new CEO John Reilly's potential to revitalize ticket sales amidst industry struggles. Chris Farrell highlights the critical role of Social Security benefits for grandparents raising grandchildren, showcasing how these funds provide essential support in their caregiving journeys. Together, they weave a narrative of community resilience and corporate change.
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CDFI Fund Leverages Private Capital
- The CDFI Fund leverages small public investments to attract significant private capital for underserved areas.
- Political uncertainty around the fund forces lenders to plan for reduced federal support.
Diversify CDFI Funding Sources
- Diversify funding sources to avoid overreliance on federal grants for community lenders.
- Native CDFIs are already lending more conservatively while seeking private capital alternatives.
Weather And Local Appeal Shaped Visits
- Weather extremes and regional issues cut attendance this year, compounding operational problems at parks.
- Local parks can still attract customers as cheaper, closer alternatives to big travel trips.