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FT News Briefing

Financial Times

A rundown of the most important global business stories you need to know for the coming day, from the newsroom of the Financial Times. Available every weekday morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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11:42

Viktor Orbán’s world tour irks the EU

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/18

Chip stocks dipped yesterday after Trump’s comments rattled investors, the EU spoke up against Viktor Orbán’s recent travels, and a bid to force Amazon to recognise a union failed in the UK. Plus, the FT’s Madhumita Murgia explains what Yandex’s move into Europe signifies.Mentioned in this podcast:Chip stocks tumble as Trump comments rattle investorsDonald Trump has ‘well-founded plans’ for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, Viktor Orbán claimsAmazon beats back union bid for UK recognitionYandex founder to

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11:06

Nigeria gambles with economic shock therapy

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/17

The UK Labour government will present its plans for the upcoming year in the King’s Speech, and Morgan Stanley experienceda slowdown in growth despite a 40 per cent profit increase. Plus, the FT’s Aanu Adeoye explains the Nigerian president’s plans to revive the country’s economy.Mentioned in this podcast:Starmer plans to introduce AI bill in King’s SpeechWill shock therapy revive Nigeria’s economy — or sink it further?Morgan Stanley’s wealth business stumbles even as profits jumpThe FT News

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9:32

Trump’s JD Vance strategy

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/16

Donald Trump announced Ohio senator JD Vance as his vice-presidential nominee yesterday, and a US judge dismissed a criminal case over the former president’s handling of classified documents. Plus, the FT’s Mehul Srivastava explains why the Gaza pier built by the US hasn’t been as effective as intended.Mentioned in this podcast:Donald Trump picks Ohio senator JD Vance as 2024 running mateJudge dismisses classified documents case against Donald TrumpHow the US’s $230mn Gaza pier became a ‘colossal

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12:37

What’s next after Trump assassination attempt

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/15

The US Congress launches a probe into ‘inexcusable’ security failings following the Pennsylvania rally shooting, and workers at an Amazon warehouse in the UK await results from a union ballot. Plus, the UK’s home building ambitions might be a bit of a slog.Credit: APMentioned in this podcast:Trump calls for unity in face of ‘evil’ after surviving assassination attemptDonald Trump injured in attempted assassination at Pennsylvania rallyHousebuilders warn construction lag could weigh on Labour housing

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15:29

Swamp Notes: Conservatives have big plans for the...

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/13

As president, Donald Trump appointed three conservative justices to the Supreme Court and hundreds of conservative judges to benches across the judicial branch. These justices and judges have handed down several controversial decisions that have reshaped important aspects of American life. The FT’s US legal and enforcement correspondent, Stefania Palma, and professor of presidential studies at the University of Virginia, Barbara Perry, join this week’s Swamp Notes to discuss where the conservative

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11:45

Double-edged sword of deregulation

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/12

US inflation fell to 3 per cent, and China’s Communist party leaders will meet next week to discuss the country’s economy. Plus, the FT’s Brooke Masters talks about the risks that come with deregulation.Mentioned in this podcast:US inflation falls to 3% in JuneChina plays down hopes for ‘strong medicine’ at top economic policy meetingUS businesses may soon find that deregulation comes with risksSurvey link: http://ft.com/FTsurvey2024Survey terms & conditions:

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11:11

Investors serve, can women’s tennis volley?

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/11

Archegos founder Bill Hwang found guilty of fraud, investors are selling off risky US junk bonds, and women’s tennis is getting big investments from Saudi Arabia and private equity firms. Plus, the FT’s Ryan McMorrow explains how Amazon is fighting back against rivals like Temu and Shein.Mentioned in this podcast:Archegos founder Bill Hwang found guilty over fund’s collapseInvestors shun riskier junk bonds as bankruptcy filings jumpSaudi wealth bolsters WTA’s ambitions for women’s tennisAmazon set

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10:43

Iran’s reformist(ish) future

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/10

A Russian missile that destroyed a children’s hospital in Kyiv used western technology, investment banking is picking back up, and Shein is injecting €200mn in cash to tackle fashion waste. Plus, the FT’s Najmeh Bozorgmehr explains if Iran’s new pro-reform president can make a difference.Mentioned in this podcast:Type of Russian missile that struck Kyiv children’s hospital uses western componentsMasoud Pezeshkian: the heart surgeon who became Iran’s president-electShein to launch €200mn fund to

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11:55

Nike’s new game plan

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/09

Nato leaders are meeting for its 75th anniversary summit amid tensions within their countries, and Europe’s battery industry is feeling the impact of the global slowdown in electric car sales. Plus, the FT’s Sara Germano explains the reasons behind Nike’s worst single-day performance on the stock market since 1980.Mentioned in this podcast:Nato allies to pledge €40bn for Ukraine amid domestic turmoilEurope’s battery industry hit by EV slowdown and Chinese competitionDownturn of the Swoosh: how Nike

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12:22

The leftwing stuns France

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/08

France’s anti far-right alliance is on track to halt the rise of Marine Le Pen’s Rassemblement National, Labour’s landslide win is set to enhance the attractiveness of UK markets, and scientists said that this year was on track to become the warmest on record. Plus, the Chinese province closest to Taiwan seeks greater ties, but businesses aren’t biting.Credit: Washington Post, CNN, AFPMentioned in this podcast:Leftwing surge thwarts far right in French election, polls suggestUK stands out for its

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13:05

Labour wins UK election by a landslide

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/05

Rightwing populist party Reform UK makes inroads. Viktor Orbán set to hold meeting with Vladimir Putin to discuss Ukraine peace.Mentioned in this podcast:UK general election liveViktor Orbán to meet Vladimir Putin after Kyiv tripThe FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Monica Lopez. Our intern is Prakriti Panwar

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11:08

Robo DJ: YouTube invests in AI-generated music

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/04

SoftBank is looking to invest in AI despite pressure to offer a share buyback, Shell is pausing construction on one of its biggest energy transition projects, and the Labour party is expected to win the UK election by a landslide. Plus, the FT’s Anna Nicolaou explains how YouTube is trying to negotiate a deal with record labels over music created by AI.Mentioned in this podcast:SoftBank to prioritise AI deals over share buybacks despite pressure from ElliottShell pauses construction at one of

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10:54

Denmark’s cow tax is more than just hot air

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/03

The EU is planning to impose duties on substandard Chinese goods, Panama’s president wants to close the Darién gap, and Joe Biden is under pressure to explain his fitness to run for office. Plus, the FT’s Attracta Mooney explains how Denmark is implementing the world’s first carbon tax on agriculture.Mentioned in this podcast:EU takes aim at China’s Temu and Shein with proposed import dutyDenmark to charge farmers €100 a cow in first carbon tax on agriculturePanama will close notorious Darién Gap to

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10:17

Unpacking the US Supreme Court Trump immunity ruling

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/02

Western banks have cut their workforces in China, the US Supreme Court ruled that former president Donald Trump cannot be prosecuted for his ‘official’ actions, and Amazon has turned its first international profit in four years. Plus, the FT’s Leo Lewis explains how online competitors are affecting Japan’s regional banks.Mentioned in this podcast:Global investment banks’ China expansion goes into retreatUS Supreme Court says Donald Trump immune for ‘official acts’ as presidentAmazon’s international

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8:59

First round victory for French far-right

FT News Briefing ·

2024/07/01

Marine Le Pen’s far-right party has battered President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance in the first round of snap parliamentary elections, US stock markets performing better than expected at the midyear point, and Morgan Stanley will join Goldman and JPMorgan in scrapping UK bonus caps.Mentioned in this podcast:French voters turn out in record numbersWall Street’s last remaining bears struggle to convince optimistic clientsMorgan Stanley to join Goldman and JPMorgan in scrapping UK bonus capThe

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35:57

Martin Wolf on democracy’s year of peril

FT News Briefing ·

2024/06/30

Martin Wolf is worried about the threat autocrats pose to liberal democracies. Across the world, billions of citizens are being asked to cast their vote in elections taking place in more than 50 countries, but in many places, populist, illiberal and far-right parties are either growing in support or consolidating gains they have already made. In this episode, Martin spells out his concerns to the FT’s executive opinion editor, Jonathan Derbyshire, and they discuss what Martin has gleaned from his

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12:29

Swamp Notes: After the debate, is this it for Biden?

FT News Briefing ·

2024/06/29

Joe Biden went into Thursday night’s CNN presidential debate hoping to assuage concerns over his mental acuity and fitness for office. But his performance only heightened those concerns— and may even force Democrats to reconsider their standard-bearer. The FT’s deputy Washington bureau chief, Lauren Fedor, and Washington reporter, Steff Chavez, join this week’s Swamp Notes podcast to explain why. Credit: CNN Presidential Debate, NBC News, ABC NewsMentioned in this podcast:Democrats panic as Biden

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10:39

A final goodbye to EY’s Project Everest?

FT News Briefing ·

2024/06/28

The US is inviting foreign ministers from Israel and Arab countries to the Nato summit next month, EY’s new global chief executive confirmed that the firm will not split in two, and Thames Water is on the brink of a financial collapse. Plus, the FT’s Lucy Fisher explains why immigration is an important issue in the UK elections.Mentioned in this podcast:US invites Arab and Israeli ministers to Nato anniversary summitNew EY chief rules out reviving plan to split Big Four firm in twoNeither

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11:33

Protests push Kenya to abandon tax rises

FT News Briefing ·

2024/06/27

JPMorgan is adding India's sovereign debt to its emerging markets index, and violent protests in Kenya stopped its president from signing a bill that would raise taxes. Plus, the FT’s Harry Dempsey explains why the US wants to lift sanctions on a billionaire to gain access to minerals in Africa.Mentioned in this podcast:India braced for billions of dollars of inflows as bonds added to JPMorgan indexKenya’s president drops tax rises after deadly protestsBillionaire under sanctions could get $300mn in

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11:59

Brussels strikes back against Big Tech

FT News Briefing ·

2024/06/26

Shares of electric vehicle start-up Rivian surged in extended trading after Volkswagen announced a plan to invest up to $5bn, global investment in clean energy is set to hit $2tn and the EU charged Microsoft for violating antitrust laws yesterday. Plus, the FT’s Emma Agyemang explains why a deadlock in the US Senate is threatening to upend a global tax treaty.Mentioned in this podcast:Rivian shares soar on Volkswagen plan to invest up to $5bnClean tech investment set to hit $2tn in 2024EU charges

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