Podcast Episodes

Fed Chair Powell eyes September rate cut

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 c…

Published on 2 weeks ago

All eyes on Jerome Powell’s major speech at Jackson Hole

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 warnin…

Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago

How does the EU-US trade deal affect the car industry?

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 indus…

Published on 2 weeks, 1 day ago

EU and US release details of their tariff deal

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 o…

Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago

Federal Reserve comes under pressure as interest rate decision looms

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 …

Published on 2 weeks, 2 days ago

Doll-maker Labubu’s profits to rise nearly 400%

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 …

Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago

China’s gains from US tariffs: cheap Russian oil and Brazilian soybeans

American farmers warn of lasting damage as Chinese importers choose cheaper alternatives from other countries like Russia and Brazil

Also, tariffs risk taking some of the steam out of the US coffee in…

Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago

India removes cotton import duties

The Indian government has suspended import duties on cotton until the end of September in response to demands from industry groups. The move to exempt them from the 11% levy is seen as a relief for t…

Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago

Ukraine talks: Will Ukraine and Russia negotiate a full peace deal?

Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders are holding talks with Donald Trump at the White House - what will be next? We hear from Ukrainian business owner.

Also, the Norwegian fund - worth $2 trillion …

Published on 2 weeks, 4 days ago

Qantas hit with record fine over COVID layoffs

An Australian court found the airline illegally sacked 1,800 workers during the pandemic Also, Roger Hearing hears how the Swiss watchmaker Swatch has withdrawn advertisements featuring an Asian mode…

Published on 2 weeks, 5 days ago