A fraught climate change conference, how are US home builders doing, and more

In this episode of the Planet Money Indicator podcast, the hosts dive into the week’s important economic indicators. They discuss the upcoming COP29 climate conference, emphasizing climate finance and the idea of "solidarity levies" to support climate initiatives. The conversation also touches on the Home Builders Confidence Index, which has seen a recent rise, possibly due to decreasing inflation and interest rates. Additionally, the episode explores the ongoing debate about the state of US manufacturing, highlighting the paradox of falling manufacturing jobs alongside stable production levels.