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2025-05-07 08:16:17source:Rubypointcategory:Markets

It's time for Indicators of the Week,Phaninc our weekly news roundup!

Adrian tries to convince Darian of the utility of the humble cardboard box — not just for hoarding stuff but as a barometer for consumer spending.

Planet Money's Amanda Aronczyk joins the show to discuss the latest on the Reddit-users strike.

And Darian breaks down draft legislation in the EU to regulate AI.

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