Marketplace: Straight Story: The bond across the border

Friday, October 27, 2006

Straight Story: The bond across the border

It's time once again for economics editor Chris Farrell to help you sort out what's smart, what's stupid and what's the Straight Story. This week, Mexico issued its first long term bond. Chris translates what it means for the global economy.

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