Sabree Beneshore

Sabri Beneshore, a reporter for Marketplace, shares insights on the shift to flat pay raises at companies like Starbucks, highlighting their cost-effectiveness in tough economic times. They discuss how this change impacts workers and contrasts with merit-based systems. The conversation also touches on China's expanding trade relationships with developing countries, and how U.S. tariffs are reshaping global supply chains. Lastly, there's a look at the low sentiment in the housing market amid all these economic shifts.

Sabree Beneshore, a reporter at Marketplace, shares insights on the latest GDP growth figures. He discusses how recent tariffs cloud the economic picture, impacting inflation and small businesses. The conversation also explores the Federal Reserve's decision to maintain interest rates amidst dissent, as well as the rise of stablecoins potentially replacing credit cards. Beneshore highlights the intricate relationship between trade, currency, and consumer behavior, offering a thought-provoking look at modern economic complexities.

Sabri Ben-Achour, a Marketplace colleague, joins Kimberly Adams to analyze President Trump’s recent trade deal with Japan, which imposes a 15% tariff on imports. The discussion dives into the potential economic benefits and challenges for future U.S. trade relations. They unpack Japan's massive investment in the U.S. and the regulatory changes impacting workplaces and migrant workers. The episode also celebrates small personal achievements and the joy of nurturing plants, showing how resilience can bloom in everyday life.