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26:26

How does Europe continue to fund Ukraine's war effort?

World Business Report ·

2025/03/06

As European leaders meet to discuss defence spending, we get the view of the former head of the European Central Bank on how nations will afford future support for Ukraine.We'll hear about the challenges for the trans-Pacific supply chains, as tariffs begin to bite.And if you fly through Afghan airspace, who do you pay and how?

26:28

Donald Trump announces a one-month postponement for...

World Business Report ·

2025/03/05

President Trump pulls back on imposing tariffs on North American-made cars—at least for now. The BBC’s North America business correspondent, Michelle Fleury, explains the rationale behind the decision. U.S. investment giant BlackRock secures a $23 billion deal to acquire ports along the Panama Canal, coinciding with Trump’s promise to "reclaim" the canal if he returns to office. Whayt does this mean for Panama’s economy and global trade?And we find out why World Cup organisers are planning a Super

26:28

Tariff confusion

World Business Report ·

2025/03/05

Hopes are growing that talks involving the governments of the USA, Mexico and Canada could lead to a reduction in tariffs that were introduced this week.Meanwhile, no one in Washington is talking about relaxing the 10% tariff increase that was imposed on Chinese goods on Tuesday.And Friedrich Merz, the man who is likely to be the next German chancellor has announced a political deal to raise hundreds of billions of euros in extra spending on defence and infrastructure.

26:28

Trump's tariffs escalate global trade tensions

World Business Report ·

2025/03/04

In response to President Trump's recent tariffs, key trading nations are formulating their countermeasures. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has criticised the US move, calling it ‘’unjust and counterproductive’’.China has halted imports of U.S. logs and soybeans, signalling a firm stance against the tariffs. Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum announced plans to impose retaliatory tariffs on American goods, with specific details to be unveiled at an upcoming event in Mexico City's central

26:27

The world trade war ramps up

World Business Report ·

2025/03/04

The governments of China, Mexico and Canada have begun their responses to President Trump’s tariffs on goods entering the US.Trump’s measures include tariffs of 25% on all goods arriving from Mexico and Canada, and well as a further 10% on Chinese products.We get reaction from those countries and hear how it affects companies around the world.

26:27

Trump confirms 25% tariffs on canada and Mexico

World Business Report ·

2025/03/03

On the programme, we explore how businesses in the US are preparing as President Trump confirms he will impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada. We hear from the BBC's Erin Delmore, reporting from the North America Toy Fair—where many products originate from China. How will these tariffs impact the prices consumers pay?Plus, chip-making giant TSMC is set to invest at least $100 billion in the United States to develop cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing facilities.And we look into former

26:30

European defence manufacturers’ share prices jump

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2025/03/03

European defence manufacturers’ share prices jump, as investors expect many European countries to ramp up military spending. Prices of several cryptocurrencies have risen after the US president announced he will launch a US crypto fund. President Donald Trump says Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, Solana and Cardano will be included in a ‘Crypto Strategic Reserve’.And Will Bain hears about the call from the director of Oscar winning movie Onura. Sean Baker has called on people to support independent movies by

26:29

Is the US-Ukraine deal off the table?

World Business Report ·

2025/02/28

Unprecedented scenes in the White House may have ended any immediate prospect of a deal on peace or Ukraine's minerals, while World markets respond with concern to the furious public row between President Trump and President Zelensky.Elsewhere the 'fat finger' problem of how Citi group mistakenly turned a $280 deposit into $80trillion.Plus we discuss the problems for American's facing tariffs on importing energy from Canada, and why Hungary is the Hollywood movie location of choiceThe latest

26:43

Free trade for India and EU?

World Business Report ·

2025/02/28

The European Union has said today it hopes to conclude a free trade agreement with India by the end of this year. This is 18 years since negotiations first started.In China, the technology minister Jin Zhuanglong has been removed office, seemingly as part of President Xi Jinping’santi-corruption purge.We mark the end of Skype, the original internet calling app. And Gideon Long speaks to a man who sued India's largest cinema chain because there were too many advertisements.

26:27

Donald Trump set to impose delayed tariffs

World Business Report ·

2025/02/27

President Donald Trump is expected to bring in delayed tariffs for goods coming from in Mexico, and Canada. He says they are failing to curb the export of the drug fentanyl.We hear from a former editor of the Washington Post after its current owner Jeff Bezos declares the paper will in future only publish opinion pieces that support personal liberties.We examine the success of the Japanese pocket-monster cartoon franchise, Pokeman. It that has captured the world over the last 29 years, and we hear

26:28

Crypto: The biggest heist ever

World Business Report ·

2025/02/27

The FBI has accused North Korea of stealing $1.5bn worth of the cryptocurrency Ethereum.In the US, President Trump has threatened a 25% tariff on EU imports. What do European exporters thing?And in Africa, entrepreneurs from across the continent are meeting for the Africa Business Convention. Gideon Long speaks to one of the business owners attending.

26:28

Donald Trump threatens to slap 25% tariffs on the EU

World Business Report ·

2025/02/26

The US president Donald Trump said his administration would soon announce a 25% tariff on imports from the EU. Who will win in this trade war?We look at Nvidia's first earnings report since shock debut of Chinese AI DeepSeek.We find out why Russian cinemas are looking forward to start negotiations with Hollywood studios. And how the Maha Kumbh Mela affecting Indian economy?You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

26:14

BP turns its back on renewables

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2025/02/26

BP plans to raise oil and gas spending to $10billion a year and cut its renewable energy investments. We hear from Nick Butler, BP's former head of strategy.In Hong Kong, the city's budget has been announced including their plan to cut 10,000 job cuts.And Gideon Long speaks to South Africa's Citrus Growers Association about the G20 meeting in Cape Town.

26:25

Ukraine reach minerals deal with US

World Business Report ·

2025/02/25

Ukrainian officials say a deal has been reached between Kyiv and Washington on the joint exploitation of Ukraine's mineral resources. What will happen next?Also, we look at a growing trend - the cutback aid programs across the globe - how will it affect African countries?And will tech giant Apple change its diversity practices?You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

26:29

Singapore: AI taking over jobs

World Business Report ·

2025/02/25

Singapore's biggest bank says it expects to cut 4,000 roles over the next three years because of AI. DBS bank expects AI to take on more roles carried out by humans.In Bahrain, the international ratings agency Fitch has downgraded its outlook for the country to "negative".And Gideon Long hears about how Pakistan and Bangladesh have started direct government-to-government trade. He speaks to the Chairman of Pakistan's Rice Exporters Association.

26:27

How will Ukraine's minerals deal with the US look?

World Business Report ·

2025/02/24

Could we see a deal this week between Ukraine and the US on Ukraine's valuable mineral deposits?President Trump says it's very close and he is expecting President Zelensky to sign it in Washington in the coming days.But what would such a deal involve? And how much are the minerals really worth?You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

26:28

Germany has a new chancellor

World Business Report ·

2025/02/24

The man set to lead Germany, is facing challenges at a pivotal moment for Europe's largest economy. He's already expressed concern about relations between Europe and the US.The European Union has hit Russia with more sanctions today.And we have a BBC investigation into where the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah gets its money from. The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

25:55

Apple in UK government row

World Business Report ·

2025/02/21

Apple is removing its highest level data security tool from customers in the UK. So does that mean for iPhone users? We hear from a cyber security expert.Germany's once mighty motor industry is losing momentum, as high costs, low demand and competition from Chinese firms take a heavy toll on company profits.And are soap operas dead? This is following the news that 'Neighbours' will come to an end this year.The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

26:28

Germany heads for crucial election

World Business Report ·

2025/02/21

As Germany heads for a crucial election, we hear from businesses and economists on the most pressing issuesThe Trump administration wants a deal from Ukraine over its mineral rights, thought to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars And Ed Butler hears about a new Chinese film called Ne Zha which has grossed some 1.7 billion dollars since its release last month - making it the highest grossing animation of all time

25:24

Mexico vs US: guns, drugs and trade

World Business Report ·

2025/02/20

President Trump designated Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups. But Mexico's president said they will never tolerate an "invasion" of it's national sovereignty.And the James Bond film franchise will no longer be controlled by the Broccoli dynasty. Creative control will now be given to Amazon MGM Studios.The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

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