This week, Columbia Business School professor Glenn Hubbard breaks down the economic implications of the US midterm elections. Meanwhile, rising oil prices are both a burden and a benefit in Alaska. And, we go into the field with Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin to get a closer look at American manufacturing. Plus, Europe’s postwar welfare programs are facing new challenges amid budget crunches and growing youth protests.

<p>This week, Columbia Business School professor Glenn Hubbard breaks down the economic implications of the US midterm elections. Meanwhile, rising oil prices are both a burden and a benefit in Alaska. And, we go into the field with Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin to get a closer look at American manufacturing. Plus, Europe&rsquo;s postwar welfare programs are facing new challenges amid budget crunches and growing youth protests.</p>

Wall Street Week tells the stories of capitalism from around the world, hosted by David Westin in New York.

<p>Wall Street Week tells the stories of capitalism from around the world, hosted by David Westin in New York.</p>

David Westin speaks with top names in finance about the week's biggest issues on Wall Street.

Wall Street Week

Blue Wave Economic Impacts, European Welfare Woes

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