Marketplace All-in-One What's with the streaming price hikes?
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Sep 24, 2025 Warren Littlefield, a veteran television executive and producer known for hits like Fargo and The Handmaid's Tale, delves into the shifting landscape of streaming. He discusses Disney's upcoming price hikes and how networks are prioritizing profit over subscribers. Littlefield also explores economic pressures faced by producers, including budget negotiations and the choice of shooting locations. Moreover, he reflects on the evolving relationship between traditional networks and streaming platforms, highlighting ongoing consolidation risks.
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Manufacturer Doubles Down On Equipment
- Manufacturing Partners in Escondido quadrupled equipment spending over two years to meet rising orders.
- CEO Chris Blanch says demand comes from Navy contracts and AI-related power and data center needs.
AI Investment Offsets Consumer Slack
- Business investment in durable goods is rising despite broader economic weakness, driven by AI and related infrastructure.
- This targeted capex can offset softness in consumer spending for parts of the economy.
Soy Farmers Lose China Market
- Iowa soybean farmer April Hemmes says China has largely stopped buying U.S. soy, shifting purchases to Brazil and Argentina.
- That loss of export demand hits some states harder and forces reliance on domestic markets or government aid.
