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US President Donald Trump says Washington DC is a 'safe space' after announcing he will send National Guard troops into Chicago . Do businesses agree?Elsewhere in the US, Google won a court case meaning it doesn’t have to sell its popular Chrome web browser.Russia and China are working together on a major new gas pipeline deal. North Korean leader, Kim Jong-Un has made a very rare trip to Beijing.And could you go a month without spending? We hear about 'No Spend September', the social media trend about saving money.
With China and Russia agreeing to build a new gas pipeline through Siberia, we take a look at its global economic impact and what it could mean for the two countries as they become ever more reliant on each other.Elsewhere, Ed Butler discusses the economic forces driving the brutal civil war in Myanmar while visiting a rehabilitation centre inside Thailand where wounded rebel soldiers go to recover.We hear from farmers in Nigeria investing in solar power to keep water running to their farms.And Hannah Mullane hears how a supermarket in France is upsetting bakeries by undercutting them on price.
Guyana, one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, votes for a new leader amid an oil boom and rising tensions with Venezuela.Swiss food giant Nestlé has sacked its CEO over his romantic relationship.Is the English Premier League in an inflation spiral? Roger Hearing investigates, as record-breaking transfer fees dominate the headlines.And 40 years after the Titanic wreck was discovered, we explore how a tragic shipwreck became a booming global industry, from movies and museums to podcasts.
The head of the European Central Bank, Christine Lagarde, fears that any intervention by US president Donald Trump's administration into the Federal Reserve could have wider implications and be a global economic risk. We hear from Dr Yu Jie, of Chatham House, on the significance of today's summit between China, India and Russia, as well as what a new development bank could look like. Elsewhere, Ed Butler discusses Trump's claims that Ethiopia's showpiece hydro-project, formally inaugurated this month, has actually been financed with American money. But the east African country say that's nonsense. And why a tiny Caribbean island is cashing in on its internet web name. The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
As Fed governor Lisa Cook fights to block President Trump from firing her, a first legal hearing on the matter ends without a ruling. But with ongoing tensions and concerns over political meddling, who would want the next Fed chair job when the role becomes vacant next year? We speak to a former regional Fed president who says he’s up for the job.Canada’s economy shrinks much more than expected amid trade disputes with the US. An economist from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce weighs in on whether it might improve any time soon.And as a Chinese property giant’s shares are removed from a major stock market, is the golden era for Chinese real estate well and truly over?
Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook has sued President Donald Trump over his attempt to fire her, setting up a potential legal battle in court. The governor has asked the court to declare Trump's firing order "unlawful and void", and also named Fed Chairman Jerome Powell as defendant.How to keep things like food and medicines cold in the heat? We hear from Ghana-based start-up revolutionising cold chain logistics across West Africa.Also, some foreign investors are now rethinking their India plans after the US President imposed new tariffs. We hear from one of them.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.
As the US Customs and Border Protection agency gets ready to end a tariff exemption on all global parcel imports valued under US$800, known as de minimis, the White House claims it will help curb the movement of drugs. We hear from Kate Muth of the International Mailers Advisory Group on whether Donald Trump's administration has compromised on the plans, and if ending the loophole will provide US$10bn of revenue as claimed. Elsewhere, Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook has filed a legal case against the US president over his efforts to fire her, while police raids have taken place across Brazil as authorities try to close down a US$10bn money laundering operation. Roger Hearing speaks to the man at the centre of a multi-billion dollar investment from South Korea into US shipbuilding. And how old is too old when it comes to being a commercial pilot? Former flyer Kit Darby shares his thoughts. The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
How the US Republicans moved from the free market and a small state to big interventions in the American economy?Why Chinese EV makers have got ahead of Tesla?And if you're running a business in Russia, why you can't advertise on social media from next week?You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.
With Washington's time window for a USA-India trade deal closed, Indian exporters are now dealing with 50% tariffs on many goods sold to the States. US president Donald Trump says it's to punish New Delhi for buying Russian oil, but India prime minister Modi has criticised the levies as "unfair, unjustified and unreasonable." Roger Hearing speaks to USA-India trade specialist Gunjan Bagla about what this could mean for both countries. Elsewhere Donald Trump has threatened the billionaire financier, George Soros, with an indictment for racketeering. We hear how professional golfers are surviving in Africa, while London's transport chiefs are trying to end commuters growing aggravation of having to listen to other people's music and entertainment on trains and buses. The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
Indian exporters now face 50% tariffs on goods heading to the US. We hear how they’re coping.Also, Europe’s car industry says the EU’s green plan to cut emissions could actually backfire.And over in America, Cracker Barrel tried to give its famous logo a makeover, but after an online uproar, the ‘Old Timer’ is here to stay.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.
Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook will file a lawsuit challenging her removal by President Donald Trump, marking a major escalation in the president's battle with the US central bank. So does President Trump have the power to fire the governor? Roger Hearing hears from a legal expert.
And in just a few hours’ time, unless there's a last-minute change of heart, Indians will be dealing with 50% tariffs on most exports to the United States. It's punishment for New Delhi's purchases of Russian oil, which Washington argues helps finance Moscow's war in Ukraine.
President Trump wants Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook removed over fraud allegations. She insists she’s staying put.Generation Z — the late ’90s and 2010s crowd now making their mark as a new force in retail investing.And in our Africa series, we explore why South Africa’s film industry is aiming for the global stage.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.
US President, Donald Trump welcomes the South Korean leader to the White House to discuss trade. He believes a deal can be done.
The South African government has warned young women against taking up unverified foreign job offers promoted on social media campaigns.
Plus, we see the true cost of fast fashion in Ghana as piles of unwanted clothes end up on the beaches.
Across the globe postal services are pausing deliveries to the US as Washington prepares to end its long‑held tariff exemption on low‑value parcels.Evergrande, once China’s biggest property giant has now been kicked off the Hong Kong stock market, we bring you the latest twist in its collapse.Plus in Ghana, part of our Africa series, we see the true cost of fast fashion as piles of unwanted clothes end up on the beaches.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.
As Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signals a move to a rate cut in December, we find out what it means for the US economy and the financial markets.
Also, friends again? Canadian PM Mark Carney calls a halt to some of the retaliatory tariffs imposed on the US. We find out what Canada's businesses think of the thaw in trade relations.
And, President Trump says the US government is to take a 10% stake in chipmaker Intel. We'll be hearing what's behind the move.
The Federal Reserve's annual summit is happening in the scenic setting of Jackson Hole kicks into high gear on Friday, with the Fed Chair, Jerome Powell, taking centre stage.
UN agencies are warning that the global workforce needs better protection from excessive heat driven by worldwide warming.
And, in Scotland's capital where the Edinburgh Festival Fringe and International Festival take over the city's streets, we look at the impact of tourism going up, so does the cost of accommodation.
The EU and US clarify details of a tentative trade deal, with President Trump dropping plans for steep tariffs on cars, semi-conductors and pharmaceuticals. We get reaction from the German auto industry.We examine why a gathering of top economists and central bankers in the US is being overshadowed by politics. Tensions are high between President Trump and Federal Chair Jerome Powell, who is preparing a big speech at the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium.And McDonald’s gets a scolding from the Japanese government. So why is a Happy Meal campaign involving Pokemon Cards drawing criticism?
The European Union and the White House have confirmed a 15% deal, including European cars and pharmaceuticals, in a joint statement clarifying their tentative trade deal announced last month.And in our Africa series this month, today we discuss the African Continental Free Trade Area, which aims to create a single market for goods and services in the continent, boosting trade and economic integration.Plus, Microsoft's head of artificial intelligence says he's alarmed by rising cases of a phenomenon dubbed "AI psychosis"—that’s relying so heavily on chatbots and losing touch with reality.
The Chair of the Federal Reserve chair are under scrutiny from Donald Trump after fraud allegations emerge about Governor Lisa Cook. How will it affect the interest rate decision? The authorities in Pakistan's commercial capital Karachi have declared an emergency and a public holiday after monsoon rains paralysed the city. We hear from the local business owner.Sony PlayStation increased the price on its console. Is it one of the consequences of the trade war?And we look at Denmark's decision to tax cow and sheep burps for greenhouse gas reasons.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.
Net profits of Labubu maker, Pop Mart, have soared by nearly 400%, and the company's Hong Kong-listed shares are up more than 570%, and it's now worth more than twice as much as Mattel – which makes Barbie. We will look at why these elf-like dolls, made by the Chinese, are trending.
After a five-year pause, China and India are going to restart direct flights between the two countries.
And today, in our Africa series, we're in Kenya, where a tech company in Nairobi is encouraging the use of Bitcoin in one of Africa’s largest slums.
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US should have adopted Trade and not Aide policy long ago! US providing help in infrastructure and mining or creating jobs by providing security is the desired recipe for growth in these five aforementioned African countries. The outlook of meeting their leaders in private is another sign that US is taking the issue seriously and stopping China and preventing it from exploiting African countries by giving high interest rate loans is an opportunity which Africa will benefit definitely in future
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Canada has a king, not a president.
More than four-fifths, or 83%, of Africa's forecast lithium supply this decade will come from projects at least partly owned by Chinese firms, estimates Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, ➡️while European politicians were sleeping ...that's the price you pay for being slow and having a sluggish democracy which is only involved in dirty games
https://www.dw.com/en/lithium-mining-in-africa-reveals-dark-side-of-green-energy/a-67413188 Three Chinese mining giants have acquired lithium mines and projects worth $678 million in Zimbabwe in the past year.
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The show seems a bit abridged...
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Promoting sports gambling, good work 🤔
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Farming represents 40% of the Indian economy? It's less than 16% of the GDP. Does your remuneration only cover talking? Research not part of the job profile?
The notion that we have a moral obligation to make sure our business leaders have the same skintone & genitals as our political leaders is ridiculous & offensive. I expect better from the BBC.
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Will england lose it's status as democracy in the world?
You are completely misinformed. No plastic bags in Belgium.
"host", "show"+ accent... and I thought the Economist was English