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26:27

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

26:28

US inflation falls to 2.9% in July

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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.

26:29

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

26:28

South Korea urges carmakers to disclose battery...

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2024/08/13

South Korea is advising carmakers to disclose EV batteries information after fire incidents caused concerns over their safety. We look into the details. Car leasing companies say they are having to take cuts when selling used electric cars. We hear about the impact this can have in the industry. And beer is at the heart of a dispute between the Democratic Republic of Congo, And Zambia. We listen to what is happening at the border of the two neighbouring countries.

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ILO says youth unemployment rate is at a 15-year low

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2024/08/12

The International Labour Organisation says youth unemployment has fallen to its lowest level in 15 years but it warns challenges are bigger for young people in certain regions. We look into where this is happening. Inflation in India has dropped to 3.54% in July, and is now the lowest in almost five years. We hear about the reasons and the consequences of this decline. And the business travel industry has recovered from the pandemic blow despite companies making less trips. We look at how corporate

26:27

Venezuela: businesses call for transparency in...

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2024/08/09

Fedecamara, the Venezuelan Federation of Chambers of Commerce, calls for transparency in election results to help businesses recover markets' trust and attract foreign investment. We talk to its president, Adan Celis. Voiceover and movement actors continue striking in the US. They want the videogame industry to agree to pay performers when their work is used by AI to generate new scenes. We hear from one of the union's negotiators. Colombian policymakers are pushing a bill to ban merchandise

26:20

Muhammad Yunus takes oath as leader of Bangladesh

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2024/08/08

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is sworn in as leader of Bangladesh’s interim government days after Former Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina fled across the border to India. We get the latest. As US voters prepare to elect their new president, the cost of housing remains one of the main topics in the agenda. We take a look at the challenges Americans face to get on the property ladder. And Nasa is rushing to bring back to Earth two astronauts who blasted off on a test mission to the International Space

26:25

Bangladesh welcomes a new leader

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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...

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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?

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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...

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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?

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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

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Boeing losses top $1 billion as new boss announced

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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.

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