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Wake Up to Money

BBC Radio 5 Live

News and views on business and the world of personal finance. Plus the very latest from the financial markets around the globe

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52:38

Striking out?

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/25

She'll be pitching questions on the government's plans to reform pensions and the water industry and getting the panel's views on those US trade deals - those already signed and the deals still pending. Who will be the winners and losers?And, we'll be taking the temperature ahead of those resident doctors' strikes, hearing from the BMA, the NHS and patients about pay and care. Also, the bar business helping fans celebrate - or commiserate - the Lionesses' big game on Sunday.

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52:26

Flight risk

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/24

Will Bain speaks to the voice of Europe's air traffic controllers to find out why French controllers have walked out and whether we're likely to see further disruption as the summer unfolds.And, a flurry of trade deals signed ahead of those threatened 'Liberation Day' tariffs. A trade expert talks us through who's signing deals with who - and who's likely to miss the cut. Also, renegotiated contracts for those bands who missed out in the age of streaming. Will they get what they feel they

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34:13

Business of Sport with Sean Farrington

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/23

Sean speaks to chief executive of British cycling brand Rapha, Fran Millar, and former World Cycling Road Race Champion and four-time British Road Race Champion Lizzie Deignan.

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24:13

Lionesses roar on the big screen

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/23

And as brewer and bar owner Brewdog announce the closure of ten bars, Sean Farrington hears from a drinks industry analyst how the craft beer scene might be losing its fizz.Also, the cost of UK government borrowing is up. We find out what this means for the Chancellor's spending plans and what this might mean for taxpayers in the months to come.

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52:28

Under the influence

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/22

Sean Farrington talks to YouTuber, influencer and investor Caspar Lee about respect and recognition in an industry reckoned to support 45,000 jobs. And on the day after the Football Governance Bill becomes law, we ask a sport finance expert if the changes will make a real difference to those fans fed up with how their clubs are run. Also, water, water everywhere, not a moment to think. After the Independent Water Commission's deluge of recommendations for the water industry, we ask a consumer

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53:30

Water palaver

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/21

Ahead of a major report into the water industry, Sean Farrington speaks to an infrastructure finance expert to find out what the government can do to meet its ambitions. And, are you saving enough for your retirement? We discuss what can be done to head off the looming pensions crisis. Also, it's the Royal Welsh Show this week. How have farmers been coping with the rain and shine we've experienced over the past few weeks?

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52:40

Buy Now, Pay Later?

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/18

Felicity Hannah reviews the week's business news with her Friday panel - where she will be discussing the regulation of Buy Now Pay Later products and finding out why graduation gown makers have been selling more and more smaller versions for children. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.

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51:26

Drop off rip-offs

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/17

More than half of UK airports have raised or introduced drop-off fees over the past year. Reaction to that. Also - Jaguar Land Rover has confirmed up to 500 jobs are at risk following the launch of a new managers' voluntary redundancy scheme. We bring you the views of a car industry expert. And as 270,000 people descend upon Portrush in Northern Ireland for this year's Open Championship, we hear how the golf tournament is set to benefit one local ice cream parlour.

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53:06

No more "negative" narratives

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/16

The "negative" narrative around savers investing money in stocks and shares must change. That's according to Chancellor Rachel Reeves. Sean Farrington reacts to her Mansion House speech. We also establish why Thames Water is "extremely stressed". And more on what impact the Government's new EV grant scheme will have on charging points.

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53:06

She’s Electric

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/15

Is a £3,750 government incentive enough for you to switch to an electric car? Sean Farrington delves into the world of EVs. We also revisit the power of AI - this time a British developer has created a tool that can mimic regional accents. And with Oasis back in their hometown of Manchester we hear from some of the local businesses cashing in on their return.

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52:01

Cyber Attack

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/14

Up to 800,000 customers at Betfair and Paddy Power and other companies suffer from a major data breach at parent firm Flutter that exposed personal details and account activity.

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51:38

Heathrow fees to fly higher?

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/11

London’s Heathrow says it wants to hike the fees that it charges airlines to use the airport by around 17%. The airlines respond by saying the proposal is unjustified. Virgin Atlantic says it “demonstrates Heathrow’s inability to invest capital wisely and efficiently”. Also, Felicity Hannah looks at a content-sharing deal between ITV and Disney. And Oasis return to their home city. We join the fans in Manchester ahead of their money-making comeback gig.

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51:39

Work and Reward

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/11

Felicity Hannah looks at the jobs market and wage growth, as well as the future of high speed rail in the North of England. Plus, Shell plans to move its HQ to the UK. And, what financial pressures is the NHS under at the moment?

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51:40

How should energy be priced?

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/10

The government is due to decide very soon whether to adopt “zonal pricing” – i.e. whether people should pay different amounts for their energy depending on whereabouts in the country they live. All indications are that Downing Street will reject the idea but it’s yet to be confirmed. Will Bain looks at the pros and cons of zonal pricing. Also, Elon Musk is left looking for a new CEO for his social media platform X as Linda Yaccarino resigns. And chipmaker Nvidia becomes the first company ever to

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29:15

Business of Sport with Sean Farrington

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/09

Sean takes a look at the rise of the use in technology in sport. From automated line-calling, VAR & AI data analytics - we ask how tech is shaping the future of sport.

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23:53

Trade, tax and toothbrushes

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/09

President Donald Trump has vowed tariffs of 50% on imports of copper into the US. The announcement sent prices for the metal soaring. It’s the president’s latest salvo in a tariff war which has hit companies in all sorts of sectors. Sean Farrington hears from the co-founder of a company that makes electric toothbrushes in China and sends them to the US. We also hear from a bicycle manufacturer that exports from Indonesia and Vietnam to the US. Elsewhere, we’re at the Great Yorkshire Show to talk to

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53:13

Trump Postpones Deadline for Tariffs

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/08

US President Donald Trump says countries will now have until August 1 to agree new trade deals with the White House. He’d initially set a deadline of July 9 – this Wednesday – but has pushed it back by three weeks. All the same, he’s doubled down on a threat to hit two of the US’s biggest trading partners - Japan and South Korea – with tariffs of 25% unless they reach a deal by the new date. Sean Farrington speaks to a senior US economist about this latest twist in the tariffs story. We also look at

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53:08

Will the US trade deals get done on time?

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/07

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says he expects a busy 72 hours as countries try to make trade agreements with the US before the Wednesday deadline. Sean Farrington speaks to one expert representing international busines.The UK government wants bereavement leave for pregnancy losses to be set in law - what benefit could that be for both employers and employees?And would you work harder for your company if you could benefit from dividends? We look at the rise in businesses doing just that.

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53:19

Benefits, Budgets, and a Band

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/04

After the week where the UK government passes its welfare bill, and US President Donald Trump passes his flagship budget bill, Felicity Hannah speaks to a panel to take apart what it could all mean for the local and global economy.Plus, how much is being spent around the Oasis reunion tour, and on what?

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51:47

Tears and turbulence

Wake Up to Money ·

2025/07/03

Following Rachel Reeves' tearful Commons appearance we assess the market impact it made. Will Bain has more on the government’s long-awaited 10 Year Health Plan. And as drinking becomes more prevalent among Gen Z, we get the thoughts of the co-founder of MOTH cocktails.

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