Henry Epp, a Marketplace reporter focused on business trends, discusses the recent surge in new business applications, particularly in retail—possibly a response to shifting job security and economic pressures. Abdullah Al-Burrani, an economics professor, highlights issues of data reliability that cloud economic interpretations. Lillian Karabik sheds light on how health insurers are prioritizing costly devices, arguing they can save money on emergency visits. The conversation dives into trends, motivations for side hustles, and evolving market dynamics.
