The Indicator from Planet Money

A bite-sized show about big ideas. From the people who make Planet Money, The Indicator helps you make sense of what's happening in today's economy. It's a quick hit of insight into money, work, and business. Monday through Friday, in 10 minutes or less. Sign up for our <a href="https://www.npr.org/newsletter/indicator"target="_blank" >newsletter</a>. Support public media by joining NPR+ at plus.npr.org. You’ll get perks for over 25 NPR podcasts, including bonus episodes for Planet Money and sponsor-free listening for The Indicator.

2 episodes

Episodes

The Indicator from Planet Money
College sports can boost applications—but not always value
As colleges compete for fewer prospective students, athletic success may attract attention without delivering a reliable return on expensive sports investments.
Sep 30, 2026 · 9 min
The Indicator from Planet Money
Rising costs squeeze renters, insurers, and employers
The episode connects housing strain, ACA coverage losses, and GLP-1 costs as separate pressures converging on households and institutions.
Sep 25, 2026 · 9 min

Episodes

College sports can boost applications—but not always value

Rising costs squeeze renters, insurers, and employers