Business

By FRANCE 24 English

A daily update on the latest business and economic news. Live from Monday to Thursday at 9:15am and 6:45pm Paris time.

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June 01, 2023 Bill that suspends debt ceiling passes through House of Representatives
The compromise bill, supported by both Republicans and Democrats, was passed in the US House of Representatives on Wednesday and is now slated for a vote in the Senate ahead of the June 5th deadline. Our coverage delves into some of the measures outlined in the 99-page document. Also in the news, Amazon employees protest the company's lack of progress on climate objectives, and hip-hop magnate Diddy initiates a lawsuit against beverage giant Diageo, alleging racial discrimination.
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May 31, 2023 Tesla CEO Elon Musk visits China amid increased tensions with US
Elon Musk, Chief Executive of Tesla, is making a visit to China this week. As the electric vehicle company's second-largest market and a crucial player in its supply chain, the country holds significant importance for Tesla. After a meeting with the Chinese foreign minister, Musk was reported to have expressed his opposition to the idea of "decoupling" the world's two leading economies. In other news, the debt ceiling deal brokered by Joe Biden and Kevin McCarthy is advancing to the House floor, while inflation in France has moderated to its slowest pace in a year.
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May 30, 2023 France inaugurates its first electric car battery plant amid re-industrialisation drive
France's inaugural "gigafactory" is perceived as a critical milestone in the transition towards a green economy, given that the EU is set to prohibit the sale of petrol cars beginning in 2035. In anticipation of this deadline, both France and Europe aim to lessen their reliance on Chinese suppliers, who have enjoyed a lead of over a decade. In other news, Nvidia's CEO has announced a 'new era of computing' as the chip manufacturer seeks to capitalise on the surge of generative AI technology.
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May 29, 2023 Two year budget deal to avoid US debt default set for Congress vote
US President Joe Biden has announced that an agreement has been brokered with Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to raise the government's debt ceiling This pivotal piece of legislation, now poised for a vote in Congress, requires a simple majority for its enactment. If passed, it would circumvent an unprecedented debt default potentially looming as early as June 5. President Biden characterises the proposed legislation as a "compromise", outlining a two-year budget plan which, in essence, holds non-defence spending steady for 2024.
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May 25, 2023 DeSantis's troubled Twitter campaign launch underlines issues since Musk takeover
Technical malfunctions have marred Florida Governor Ron DeSantis's announcement that he's running for US president. The hyped Twitter Spaces appearance was 20 minutes late in starting, repeatedly lost sound and many users said they had trouble logging in. Since Elon Musk took the reins, Twitter has struggled with a myriad of problems, as FRANCE 24's Catherine Viette explains. Also in the show: Ratings agency Fitch warns the US that its AAA credit rating is at risk, while Germany officially enters recession.
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May 24, 2023 DR Congo's Tshisekedi heads to China on five-day state visit
Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi is expected in China this Wednesday for a five-day state visit, which will include a meeting with President Xi Jinping. China is the DR Congo's top trading partner and a major mining investor. Top of the agenda will be the renegotiation of a "resources-for-infrastructure" deal struck in 2008, which Tshisekedi believes is unfair. Also on the show: Australia looks to increase its trade ties with India in order to reduce reliance on China.
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May 23, 2023 Nigeria opens Africa's biggest oil refinery in drive to self-sufficiency
Nigeria has opened an oil plant billed as Africa's largest refinery. Outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari inaugurated the new facility in Lagos, calling it a "game-changer". With a capacity of 650,000 barrels a day, the $19 billion plant built by Aliko Dangote – Africa's wealthiest man – could help Nigeria's drive to lower imports of refined petroleum products and even become a net exporter. Also in this edition, we get the latest in the protracted debt ceiling talks between US President Joe Biden and Republicans, as well as TikTok's lawsuit against Montana's decision to ban the app.
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May 22, 2023 Biden to resume in-person negotiations on lifting US debt ceiling
US President Joe Biden is meeting with Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy this Monday, resuming talks on raising the government's borrowing limit. Washington has until June 1 to reach a deal before the government runs out of money to pay its bills, which would send shockwaves through the US economy and global financial markets. Republicans want the Biden administration to commit to massive spending cuts, but Democrats say they need to back down from their "extreme positions".
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May 18, 2023 Deutsche Bank settles Epstein sex-trafficking abuse lawsuit for $75 million
Deutsche Bank has agreed to pay $75 million to settle a lawsuit that accused the lender of aiding and benefitting from late financier Jeffrey Epstein's sex-trafficking ring. Also, the EU rolls out plans for the biggest-ever overhaul of its customs union, while Brussels and London take steps to harmonise their financial regulations.
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May 17, 2023 French unemployment stays at lowest level since 1982
France's jobless rate has been steady at 7.1 percent since the last quarter of 2022 – the lowest level since 1982. Youth unemployment stands at more than 5 percentage points below pre-pandemic levels. The new data could boost President Emmanuel Macron's economic credentials as he seeks to achieve full employment. Plus, as e-commerce continues to grow, the European Commission has proposed "the most ambitious reform" of the EU Customs Union since its creation in 1968.
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