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2:27

Boeing reports the biggest annual loss since 2020

World Business Report ·

2025/01/28

The Boeing has just announced a huge loss in its latest financial results - we are be digging in to the latest woes to hit the embattled plane maker.Also, today 24 wild hours on the financial markets for companies in the AI world - but did we learn something new or actually reveal a truth about the sector that was always there?We look at the mining industry in the Democratic Republic of Congo during the growing conflict.And it's holiday season in China and that means big business for the travel

26:28

Nvidia's shares drop nearly $600 billion as DeepSeek...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/27

On today's programme, Nvidia has lost its spot as the world’s most valuable company after the largest stock market drop in history.Plus, the trade war between Colombia and the US is on hold—for now. But what could Donald Trump's tariffs mean for Colombia's economy?And how does a global brand handle telling customers that its products might not be safe?You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voice note: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

26:29

Chinese chatbot DeepSeek overtakes AI market

World Business Report ·

2025/01/27

The surge in popularity of Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) app DeepSeek has sparked a selloff of shares in major tech companies after it overtook rivals such as ChatGPT to become the top-rated free app on Apple's App Store. How will it affect the IT industry?Also, we look at the US and Colombia as countries appear to have entered into a tit-for-tat trade war.And the promise to electrify billions of homes across Sub-Saharan Africa at the ‘Mission 300’ conference being held in the Tanzanian

26:26

Pressure on OPEC: Trump’s Path to Ending the Ukraine...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/24

We explore Donald Trump's bold assertion that lower oil prices could end the ongoing war in Ukraine. Having entered the White House with claims he could bring the conflict to a halt in 24 hours, Trump now believes pressuring OPEC to boost oil production could force President Putin to the negotiating table.In Lebanon, the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah has entered its second month. With Israel's forces still present in the south, We hear from Hani Bhosali, the President of Lebanon's

26:25

How is the energy industry responding to Trump’s new...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/24

The Trump administration in the United States is leading to a significant shift in policy and financial investment in companies involved in the global energy transition. We are discussing how this potentially will have an impact on energy and how industry might respond.South Africa is grappling with severe water shortages, particularly in Johannesburg, due to inadequate resource management and infrastructure failure. The crisis poses an existential threat to the economy.And former Liverpool CEO

26:29

How will Donald Trump's vision for the US economy...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/23

How will Donald Trump's vision for the US economy affect its closest trading partners?We hear about what's been discussed at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, and discuss what the US's protectionist policies mean for the Republic of Ireland's new government.While a $7bn deal has been reached to compensate those devastated by the US opioid epidemic, we find out whether those that cause it will ever really pay the price?And the Nepalese government has decided to increase the cost of

26:26

How will tariffs hurt global trade collaborations?

World Business Report ·

2025/01/23

The US President Donald Trump will speak remotely at the World Economic Forum happening in Davos, Switzerland, delivering his first major speech to global business and political leaders, but questions over what he will, and will not be doing during his second term in office have been dominating conversations between delegates.The European Union obtained more of its electricity from solar power than from coal for the first time over the last year.And the Nepalese government has decided to increase

26:26

Donald Trump threatens more sanctions on Russia

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2025/01/22

A threat from Donald Trump to Russia - make a deal over Ukraine or face even fiercer sanctions. But how much fiercer can they get?Syria tells the world it's open for investment after the end of the Assad regime.And last year's winner of the Noble prize for Economics tells Roger Hearing about the future of the US economy under Donald Trump.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

26:26

Miami's Republican mayor discusses Trump's climate...

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2025/01/22

Upon taking office, President Trump announced the U.S. withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement, which is considered the world's most important effort to combat rising global temperatures. We'll hear from Miami's Republican mayor, whose views are in contrast to those of Trump.Kenya’s government has approved sweeping reforms to state-owned enterprises, merging some companies, and dissolving others. Asia’s richest man has launched a cola brand to rival Coca-Cola and PepsiCo in India.

27:14

Trump unveiled billions of dollars to build AI...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/21

The US president Donald Trump unveiled billions of dollars of private investment in a massive new artificial intelligence infrastructure venture backed by OpenAI, SoftBank and Oracle.We look at the immigration restrictions from the US president and find out how will it affect businesses and the economy.Also, we talk about the US bonds market.And we hear from Devina Gupta about cola wars in India.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from

26:28

President Trump begins first full day in office with...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/21

President Trump, in his first hours back in office, has issued a flurry of executive orders on everything from immigration and climate and energy. Will Bain hears about his plans to also introduce tariffs, specifically mentioning Mexico and Canada.In Nigeria, the cost of making phone calls, being online, and sending messages is set to increase by up to 50% after the country's regulator approved a significant increase in tariffs. The president of The Association of Telecommunications Companies of

26:28

Donald Trump was sworn in as US president - what's next?

World Business Report ·

2025/01/20

Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States and emphasized in his speech: trade, tariffs and transformation. We find out what does it mean for the global economy. We hear from Chris Campbell, the former US Treasury Assistant Secretary during Donald Trump's first term. And we hear the reaction on the political fallout between Mexico and Canada from local business owners.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from

26:27

Washington gears up for Trump's inauguration

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2025/01/20

Crowds of supporters are braving the freezing cold in Washington to catch a glimpse of Donald Trump being sworn in as US President for a second time. He's promised to sign dozens of executive orders on his first day in office to push through his agenda and undo that of President Biden. We hear from one group that will be watching those executive orders very closely - Mexicans living in the USA. Will Bain will also look at the global mood around the new President’s arrival – with many leaders

26:28

Will TikTok go dark in the US after the Supreme Court...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/17

The US Supreme Court has upheld a law that bans TikTok in the US unless its China-based parent company, ByteDance, sells the platform by this Sunday.Argentina has reported a fiscal surplus for the first time in sixteen years, as a result of comprehensive budget cuts implemented by President Javier Milei. A cold snap in Washington, DC, means Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday will now be held indoors instead of on the steps of the Capitol, where the US Congress is based.

26:30

US Supreme Court upholds TikTok ban

World Business Report ·

2025/01/17

Will Bain hears from our North America Business Correspondent Michelle Fleury as the news breaks that the US Supreme Court has ruled against TikTok's appeal over its imminent ban in the United States. The president -elect, Donald Trump, wants the social media site to continue operating.Nigeria's finance minister assures the World Service the country's economy is turning a corner - but does it feel like that for Nigerians trying to make a living? We hear from Dr Chinyere Almona, Director-General of

26:27

Israel’s military spending increases significantly in...

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2025/01/16

Israel's economy has been hit by the 15-month-long war in Gaza, and its military spending has gone up significantly, according to the economic researchers at Capital Economics. We will be speaking to one of the economic analysts who did the research.The former Bank of Canada governor, Mark Carney, says he is running to replace Justin Trudeau as the leader of Canada's governing Liberal Party. Casting himself as an outsider with strong economic credentials, he distanced himself from the prime

26:27

The jobs needed to rebuild Gaza's economy

World Business Report ·

2025/01/16

After 15 months of bitter conflict on the Gaza Strip, a ceasefire deal has been agreed . With the cost of rebuilding estimated as much as 80 billion dollars, Sam Fenwick explores the critical aspect of job creation, essential for providing livelihoods to a population that has faced significant economic hardship.Also on the programme, a look at the potential impact of the Trump presidency on business across Africa.

26:25

How much will it cost to rebuild Gaza after 15 months...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/15

A deal has been reached between Israel and Hamas to end the fighting in Gaza and secure the release of Israeli hostages.So, if the ceasefire holds, how long will it take to rebuild from the rubble? What would be the priorities? How much will it cost? And who will pay? We will look at all these with different guests, including the head of the United Nations Development Programme, Achim Steiner. Also in the program, you will hear that some US banks have had a good quarter—the earnings of Goldman

26:28

Mozambique's new president sworn in amid opposition...

World Business Report ·

2025/01/15

Daniel Chapo is officially sworn in as Mozambique's president after months of unrest that left nearly 300 dead. We explore how businesses are coping with the aftermath of the protests. Also, Sam Fenwick delves into the challenges facing Germany’s major exporters amid slowing sales and rising costs. And on a lighter note, the debate over pineapple on pizza heats up as a UK restaurant introduces a hefty price tag to deter Hawaiian pizza lovers!

26:26

Miners and body bags hauled from South African mine

World Business Report ·

2025/01/14

The men have been underground since police operations targeting illicit mining started last year across the country. We hear the latest from Stilfontein.The US Supreme Court is expected to rule this week on TikTok's challenge to an outright ban in the US. We find out about the platform Red Note, that might take its place.And a pizzeria in the UK is so reluctant to put pineapple on their pizzas, they are instead charging $120 to anyone that orders one. We speak to the restaurant co-owner.

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