Marketplace previews the April jobs report amid mixed signals from private payroll data, which showed a strong March followed by a significant April slowdown. The episode also examines how Corpus Christi’s water crisis is colliding with a booming energy sector, and why Disney’s recent streaming price hikes led to increased revenue despite subscriber concerns. From labor market uncertainty to resource conflicts and media economics, the stories tie together the tension between growth and fragility.
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Private Sector Job Growth Cools After Strong March
Private employers added significantly more jobs in March than in April, indicating a sudden deceleration in hiring.
BLS Jobs Report May Show Quantity Gains, But Underlying Weakness Remains
The upcoming official jobs report is expected to show a boost in the total number of jobs, but economists warn that negative indicators deserve attention.
Corpus Christi Water Crisis Collides With Energy Sector Expansion
Corpus Christi faces a severe water shortage at the same time that its energy industry is booming, creating a conflict between natural resource limits and economic growth.
Disney Raises Streaming Prices and Sees Revenue Jump
After hiking prices on its streaming platforms, Disney reported higher revenue, suggesting that demand for its content is relatively insensitive to price.