Explore the declining business confidence in the UK and eurozone amidst political instability and economic challenges. Delve into the implications of Trump's advisor advocating for significant U.S. tariffs, and how this could reshape economic policy. Plus, discover how credit card adoption is fueling economic growth in India and Brazil, and the looming economic challenges facing Germany ahead of its snap election. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal economic developments and their global impact.

Sources:

https://www.theguardian.com/business/2025/jan/13/business-confidence-uk-eurozone-france-germany

https://tickernews.co/trumps-economics-advisor-advocates-significant-u-s-tariffs/

https://www.thehansindia.com/business/credit-card-adoption-boosting-economic-expansion-in-india-936695

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-01-13/germany-s-economy-set-to-contract-ahead-of-snap-election

Outline:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:00:39) Business confidence falling in UK and eurozone, recruiters warn

(00:03:57) Trump's economics advisor advocates significant U.S. tariffs

(00:07:08) Credit card adoption boosting economic expansion in India

(00:11:28) Germany Set for Dismal Economic Report Card Before Snap Election