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26:25

Bangladesh welcomes a new leader

World Business Report ·

2024/08/08

After the celebrations on the streets and jubilant return to Bangladesh for Muhammad Yunus - we hear the economic reality facing the interim leader and his country...Also, we hear from Professor Lorna Woods, from the University of Essex as the UK authorities grapple with the part social media played in widespread anti-immigration riots.

26:11

Inside Out 2 helps Disney's profits, but there is...

World Business Report ·

2024/08/07

The runaway success of Disney's Inside Out 2 has helped boost the entertainment giant's profits, but there are troubles elsewhere in the Magic Kingdom. Roger Hearing will be finding out why consumer demand seems to be slowing. We hear how a tribe who live in the Bolivian rainforest may live a far healthier life than people with far more material wealth.And how much do Olympians really get paid if they win a gold, silver or bronze medal?

26:28

Glencore ditches plans to sell off coal business

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2024/08/07

Under pressure from investors, mining giant Glencore is shelving its plans to sell off its coal-mining business. What does that say about the company’s commitment to a greener transition? We examine the cost of living in Nigeria, which has seen a week of protests. And why Elon Musk is suing companies who refused to advertise on his social media platform X.

26:28

How Tim Walz might change the US economy?

World Business Report ·

2024/08/06

A major Democratic party donor in the US tells us why adding Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to the Harris presidential ticket is the right pick for the party. We find out who is being lined up as Bangladesh's interim leader and what they want for their economy. And Uber was once a company synonymous with government rows but have managed to ride out the market storm - one taxi ride at a time.

26:21

Kamala Harris picks Tim Walz as running mate in US...

World Business Report ·

2024/08/06

Kamala Harris has picked Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as running mate in the US presidential elections. The former high school teacher will be vice-president if she wins. We get the latest. Students in Bangladesh want the country's Nobel Peace Prize winner, Muhammad Yunus, to be named chief adviser of a new interim government. This comes a day after Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fled the country in the face of a popular uprising. We hear about Yunus's work and the state of the nation's economy. A US

26:28

Is the world's biggest economy slowing?

World Business Report ·

2024/08/05

Weak economic data from the US has fuelled speculation that the world's largest economy is slowing. In London, the FTSE 100 fell and stocks in Asia have tumbled. We take a look at what's perplexing investors around the world.The Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has resigned following weeks of deadly anti-government protests. How has the crucial garment and textiles industry been impacted?And how product placement is being used at the Olympic Games in Paris after one brand became highly

26:27

Global stock markets fall

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2024/08/05

It's been a torrid day on the world's stock markets. Japan's Nikkei index leads the sell-off with a fall of over 12 percent. European and US markets are also down. And in Bangladesh, the prime minister resigns and flees the country just before protesters storm her official residence. What happens next, and will Bangladeshi businesses now be able to get back on their feet?

26:28

US jobs figures fuel fears over economy

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2024/08/02

As the US publishes disappointing jobs figures we look back at a week in which global stock markets have wobbled.Also, we look at how protests in Bangladesh have affected the country’s leading garment trade industry. Its’ taken a financial hit worth billions of dollars….And, as the athletics kicks off at Paris 2024 - how the super-shoe has become a controversial issue for athletes.

25:59

Protests in Nigeria amid economic crisis

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2024/08/01

We report from Nigeria where young people are making their voices heard, as they protest about economic hardships.The Bank of England has cut interest rates for the first time in more than four years. It’s down from 5.25 per-cent to 5 per-cent. We'll find out how the news is being received by British businesses.And when did airline safety videos turn into epic productions? We find out why one major airline has invested in a lavish production designed to keep passengers’ attention during those often

26:20

Middle East tensions hurting Lebanon’s economy

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2024/07/31

Lebanon and the Lebanese people are still suffering a debilitating economic crisis that has gripped the country since 2019. On Monday Israel struck a major blow against the Iranian backed Hezbollah with an attack on Beirut. There are fears this will further hurt an already weak economy. We hear from the local business owner who's struggling to run a restaurant.Also, in the programme, Ed Butler looks at the ongoing protests in Venezuela following Sunday’s Presidential elections, and finds out how the

26:26

Boeing losses top $1 billion as new boss announced

World Business Report ·

2024/07/31

We look at the reasons behind Boeings large financial decline and how this will affect its supply chainWe also look at why Japan is bucking the trend and raising interest rates. And we look ahead to the crucial US decision on interest rates later on Wednesday, as pressure grows for a reduction. Also, today we find out why some of the shares in the biggest tech companies on the planet have been slipping this week. And, why financial incentives attracting remote digital workers in South Africa are

26:20

How are sanctions affecting Venezuela?

World Business Report ·

2024/07/30

Protests in Venezuela have been met by violent repression, as critics question the validity of election results that were declared in favour of the incumbent President Nicolas Maduro, who has presided over almost a decade of economic collapse. We'll get the latest from Caracas.Also, Microsoft's earnings for this quarter are up, but its cloud arm underperformed.And what 's happened to US consumer confidence, on the day before the Fed decides whether to lower interest rates?

26:31

German economy falls back

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2024/07/30

We look at what's going on with Germany's economy… once Europe's driving force, new data today suggests its economy went into reverse from April to June. Also today, why a mega fine for one of the world's biggest holiday booking platforms could be the start of the latest round in the continuing battle between governments and Big Tech.

26:25

Protestors take to the streets of Venezuela

World Business Report ·

2024/07/29

The people of Venezuela face an uncertain future as president Nicolas Maduro claims victory in its presidential election - but the opposition has reacted with fury, and is claiming foul play.So what does this mean for citizens and businesses?And we hear from the widow of the pilot who died when Boeing 737 Max crashed.

29:10

Venezuela elections: Future for the economy?

World Business Report ·

2024/07/29

We'll be looking at why Ethiopia has decided to allow its currency to be traded on international markets - and what that means in practice both at home and abroad Also, today, what impact could Venezuela's contested election have on the country's key industry - oil. And we'll be hearing from Amazon Web Services on how big tech, has entered the Olympic Games...

26:27

Venezuela's Election: Democracy on Trial Amid...

World Business Report ·

2024/07/26

Venezuelans head to the polls amid growing concerns about election fairness and economic instability.Long: : Venezuelans head to the polls this Sunday for a presidential election fraught with concerns over fairness and transparency, against a backdrop of prolonged political and economic turmoil. The Paris Olympics are set to dazzle with a grand opening ceremony, despite earlier arson attacks on the train network raising security issues. The games are anticipated to inject 5 to 10 billion euros into

26:27

Will the Olympic Games provide a financial fillip to...

World Business Report ·

2024/07/26

In this special edition of World Business Report on the day of the opening ceremony in Paris, we're on the banks of the Seine where the event takes place, and hear from businesses who say that the security lockdown in the area has hit their trade badly.Will Bain also goes behind the scenes of what it takes to run a team involved in the Olympics. Each country has a Team Leader or Ambassador - or in Olympics terminology they're called Chef de Mission. we hear from Anindya Bakrie who has this role

26:27

US economy grows at speed

World Business Report ·

2024/07/25

The US has reported a growth rate of 2.8% so is it enough to signal the end of fears about a recession? Roger Hearing speaks to Bonnie Wilson, Associate Professor, Department of Economics at Saint Louis University.Also find out why Donald Trump takes centre stage at this years Bitcoin conference. We find out why Mr Trump wasn’t always the staunch crypto supporter he is today.And, Venezuela’s presidential election takes place this Sunday, with a unified opposition hoping to remove President Nicolas

26:27

China and the Taliban come together to mine copper in...

World Business Report ·

2024/07/24

China begins mining copper in Afghanistan following a deal made years before the Taliban takeover in 2021. What could it mean for the Afghan people and for future investors?Plus, a UK cosmetic surgery firm drops its legal actions against former clients who criticised it in online reviews.And Salt Lake City celebrates getting the Winter Olympics in 2034.

26:28

Global aviation flies high at Farnborough

World Business Report ·

2024/07/24

Presenter Will Bain examines the ongoing turbulence in supply chains and the under-the-radar aviation deals at Farnborough in the south of England, where the biggest names in global aviation are convening for its renowned air show. We'll also delve into the continuing fallout from the global IT outage, focusing on what’s next for the company at the centre of it, CrowdStrike.Plus, we explore why luxury goods stocks are selling off, as shares in one of the industry’s biggest names, LVMH, take a

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