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Donors and the US election

World Business Report ·

2024/09/02

Campaign donations have been a key feature of the 2024 US election. Since Kamala Harris entered the presidential race huge donation figures have been widely reported in the media. One Republican donor tells us why he’s hoping for a Trump win. We examine where campaign donations are coming from and how decisive they might be in this election. Also in the programme, Rahul Tandon looks at the protests and general strike in Israel following the death of six hostages held by Hamas, and looking back at

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How are strikes and protests affecting Israel's economy?

World Business Report ·

2024/09/02

Businesses, schools, universities and transport across Israel have been disrupted by a general strike called to put pressure on the government to agree a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas. We find out how firms are operating and from one boss who's encouraging his staff to strike.Also, Thailand's war on an "alien" fish that it fears could cost its economy almost $300 million.And cries of foul play from fans of the band Oasis, after a ticketing meltdown and experiencing the rough

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X braces for a ban in Brazil

World Business Report ·

2024/08/30

Elon Musk's social platform X expects to be blocked in Brazil after missing a judge's deadline to appoint a new legal representative. We get the latest. As The Maldives see their credit rating downgraded by ratings agency Fitch, investors fear the archipelago could become the first country to default on a sukuk, an Islamic financial product similar to a bond. We hear more about the islands' situation. And as more young Africans are leave their countries in search of a better future, we find out

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Germany’s DAX Index at record high

World Business Report ·

2024/08/29

Germany’s DAX Index, which tracks the country's 40 largest companies on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, has hit a record high as investors expect the European Central Bank to cut rates. Certain African countries have seen prices and taxes rise in the last few years, leading people to take the streets. We hear from people in Uganda, Nigeria and Kenya.And could a universal basic income help protect the Amazon rainforest?

26:25

Chips giant Nvidia unveils latest bumper earnings

World Business Report ·

2024/08/28

In the last half hour the artificial intelligence giants Nvidia has released earnings for April to June.. The chipmaker has seen huge growth over the last few years, driven by the AI boom. How will it impact world markets?Also, in the programme, Devina Gupta finds out how fin-tech company Klarna has already cut its workforce from 5,000 to 3,800 in the past year, and wants to reduce that to 2,000 employees by using AI in marketing and customer service.

26:28

Can the UK 'reset' relations with the EU?

World Business Report ·

2024/08/28

The UK's Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, visits Germany to explore a 'reset' of relations with the European Union. But how easy is his quest? We find out. Ageing population is also a big concern in the UK, where 15 million people are over the age of 50 and economically inactive. As this trend rises, we look into what companies are doing to recruit these older workers. The National Football League (NFL) has taken a historic step which could transform the financing of American football. We hear the

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The Greek-flagged crude oil tanker Sounion appears to...

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2024/08/27

The Pentagon says an oil tanker in the Red Sea which was recently attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels is still on fire and appears to be leaking oil. The tanker was carrying about 1 million barrels of crude oil and this can put the fishing grounds and lead Yemen to the biggest famine of the 21st century.Also, in the programme, Roger Hearing talks about the rise in the US consumer confidence, and he finds out why Estonian authorities are planning to rent prison cells.

26:05

US national security advisor visits China

World Business Report ·

2024/08/27

The US national security advisor, Jake Sullivan, is visiting China, where he'll meet with authorities to discuss Taiwan, and trade. We get the latest. As India becomes the most populous country on Earth, its population is ages rapidly. We take a look at businesses trying to cash in on the booming silver economy. And the construction of an airport in The Philippines has been delayed because due to a sand shortage. We hear about the relevance of sand for the construction industry, and the

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How should messaging apps like Telegram be regulated?

World Business Report ·

2024/08/26

The CEO of the Telegram messaging app Pavel Durov is being held by French authorities until at least Wednesday. Why has he been arrested and what does this say about social media regulation? Plus, IKEA is trying out a second-hand marketplace.And business opportunities from India's ageing population.

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Telegram: CEO Pavel Durov arrested in France

World Business Report ·

2024/08/26

The owner of Telegram, Pavel Durov, has been arrested in France for offences related to the app. We get the latest. The oil tanker attacked by Houthi rebels last week is still on fire in the Red Sea. We find out the consequences this can have on the shipping industry. People in Australia can now refuse to respond to their employers outside working hours. We hear more about the countries new "right to disconnect" law.

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How will the fed tackle joblessness?

World Business Report ·

2024/08/23

As the US jobless claims rate rises to 4.3% and concerns over housing affordability grow, the head of the Federal Reserve signals that it might be time to cut interest rates. We explore what a shift towards job market support could mean for Americans.Plus, are tech giants ready to embrace open-source software? We delve into the potential impacts of opening up operating codes to developers.And, with Saudi Arabia hosting the Esports World Cup and offering a record $60 million prize pool, we discuss

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What will Kamala Harris say about the US economy?

World Business Report ·

2024/08/22

We hear what the Democratic presidential nominee could do for American voters on lower incomes, as she prepares to address the party's National Convention.Also, major disruption to Canada's rail freight network could be short-lived.And what's behind the sudden departure of Nestlé's top boss?

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Gold prices hit new record high

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2024/08/21

Gold prices hit new record high as investors pile back into the commodity ahead of expected interest rate cuts in the US. We look into the details. A month after the resignation of the Prime Minister of Bangladesh, Sheikh Hasina, the BBC talks to former IMF economist and new central bank Governor, Ahsan Mansur, about the economic challenges the country faces. And we find out why protesters in Serbia are against a lithium mine that could cover 90% of the metal's demand in Europe.

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EU to set lower tariffs on Tesla's cars made in China

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2024/08/20

Tesla's Chinese-made electric vehicles imported into the European Union will be subject to lower tariffs than those produced by competitors. We listen to the EU's arguments, and look at the implications this can have on the European market. Ghana's president has launched the start of the construction of a multibillion-dollar petroleum hub in the west of the country. But landowners at the proposed site are not happy about it. We find out why. And 'Black Myth: Wukong', a new game made by Chinese

26:29

Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago

World Business Report ·

2024/08/19

The Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago, in a four-day event that will see Kamala Harris formally confirmed as the party's presidential candidate. We hear from correspondents on the ground. The government in Nicaragua has outlawed 1,500 civil society groups in one day. They're accused of failing to report their finances and face the confiscation of all their property. We hear about the economic implications. And British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch is among the missing along with

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What would a Kamala Harris’ presidency mean for the...

World Business Report ·

2024/08/16

Kamala Harris has outlined her economic programme ahead of the US presidential election in November. She discussed what the so called "opportunity economy" would mean for Americans, and in particular the middle class, while also addressing the key issues of the campaign – health care costs and rising food inflation.The English Premier League is the most-watched sports league in the world, broadcasting in 212 territories to 643 million homes, with a potential TV audience of 4.7 billion people. But as

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Will there be enough of the Mpox vaccine after the...

World Business Report ·

2024/08/15

As Sweden's confirmed the first case of the new Mpox variant outside Africa, we spoke to Paul Chaplin, of drug manufacturer Bavaria Nordic who are the main producer of the vaccine, on whether there's enough of the vaccine to fight the disease.In the US the White House says its negotiated a big cut in the prices of some key medicines. The deal was reached with big pharmaceutical companies and covers ten medicines for conditions including diabetes and heart failure. But how has the US government

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WHO declares Mpox outbreak a global health emergency

World Business Report ·

2024/08/15

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the mpox outbreak in parts of Africa a public health emergency of international concern. We hear about the economic implications. Japan registered an annual GDP growth of 3.1% in the second quarter of the year, a figure above expectations. But can we say the country-s economy is back on its feet? We find out. And North Korea will soon open some areas of the country to new visitors after years of shut borders, according to some tour operators. We

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US inflation falls to 2.9% in July

World Business Report ·

2024/08/14

New data shows inflation in US is slowing down. Will it mean the US central bank will cut interest rates in September? We speak to a panel of guests sharing their thoughts.And Japan is set for a new Prime Minister as Kishida bows out as party leader.

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida will step down...

World Business Report ·

2024/08/14

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announces he will step down in September, once his party has elected a new leader. Rise in the cost of living and scandals in his party has plummeted his government's approval ratings. We get the latest. Many YouTube users in Russia report that the platform has either stopped working or they're being restricted access to certain channels. We hear about the impact this is having on businesses that rely on YouTube to get their income. In Seville, the city

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