Julia Chatterley is live from New York. Here are the top business news stories today!

Debt ceiling dilemma! Pressure mounts on US congress to find a deal to raise the debt ceiling. Cash crunch! Evergrande sells assets to raise cash, while facing further debt repayments. Seeking stability! Japan's former foreign minister Fumio Kishida set to lead the nation.

It’s Wednesday, let’s make a move.

 

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