What a COVID baby bust means for the economy

Millions of families lost income due to the pandemic this year, and that’s leading to tough financial decisions. A big one? Whether or not to grow their families. COVID-19 could lead to 300,000 to 500,000 fewer births next year. And that could mean big economic consequences for the workforce in the future. Plus, why retailers are opting for smaller sales this year and what fur sales have to do with a U.S.-U.K. trade deal. Your support makes our reporting possible — become a Marketplace Investor today to keep us going strong.