Rachel Siegel

In this conversation, Marketplace reporter Matt Levin discusses how consumers are stretching their dollars differently in a 'K-shaped' economy, with higher earners buying in bulk while lower earners face tougher choices. Yasmin Tayeg highlights the candy industry's struggles due to a global cocoa shortage, threatening Halloween treats. Bloomberg's David Gura provides insights on recent CPI data and Fed policy implications, while Rachel Siegel dives into economic uncertainty affecting trade and the job market for recent graduates.