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  • Warnings you could get stuck in queues on EU borders

    Is the US jobs market starting to lose momentum?

    Also, Europe's new border system is leading to long queues at some airports this summer.

    And India has told Meta to delay a new WhatsApp feature over fraud concerns.

    Presenter: Bisi Adebayo

    Producer: Victoriya Holland
    Editor: Justin Bones

    9 min
  • Why are central banks still worried about inflation?

    As Eurozone inflation lowers to 2.8% in June, heads of the US and European central banks have say inflation isn't beaten yet. We look at why top bankers are still worried about inflation and what's actually driving it.

    Also on the programme we speak to one of the Gulf's oldest oil companies about why the Gulf oil industry will have to build back better to secure supply chains.

    And as one of California's own becomes a trillionaire, the state prepares to vote on taxing exactly that kind of wealth.

    PHOTO: REUTERS/Pedro Rocha

    27 min
  • EU imposed €3 fee on small parcels in hit to Shein, Temu and AliExpres

    The European Union has introduced a customs charge of just over $3 on low value items bought outside of the bloc. We hear from the EU commission MP who explained us why these measures are so important.

    The US president Donald Trump made more than $1 billion last year, from business dealing in cryptocurrency.

    And the toxic pufferfish with razor sharp teeth that are invading the waters around Greece, causing a huge problem for the country's fishing industry.

    Presenter: Sarah Rogers

    Producer: Victoriya Holland
    Editor: Naomi Rainey

    9 min
  • The Yen: How low can it go?

    The Yen has hit a forty year low, despite the Japanese government spending billions on attempts to prop it up. We look at the impact on domestic business and exporters.

    Also, as sportswear giant Nike reports its full-year results, we speak to a brand expert to find out why the world's biggest sportswear name appears to have lost its way.

    And as the world's favourite safe haven loses its shine, we ask what falling gold prices can tell us about the health of the global economy.
    Presenter: Samantha Fenwick
    Producers: Neil Morrow and Rob Cave

    27 min
  • Japan's currency hit its weakest level in nearly 40 years

    Japan's Yen drops to its weakest level in nearly 40 years. One business owner in Tokyo tells us the company is struggling to hang on.

    Are further interest rate rises on the way for the Eurozone? We ask a leader at the European Central bank forum.

    And a new deal for steel as the EU prepares to bring in tighter rules.

    9 min
  • Could This Be Britain's Next Prime Minister?

    Andy Burnham has unveiled his plan to spread economic growth beyond London as he moves closer to becoming Britain’s next prime minister. We ask whether devolution — giving more power to England’s regions — could boost growth, and what it would mean for businesses.

    Also on the programme, the US Supreme Court blocks President Donald Trump’s attempt to remove a Federal Reserve governor, in a ruling that could shape the future independence of America’s central bank. We also ask why Comcast has decided to split its business while rivals are getting bigger, and we hear how the FIFA World Cup is already boosting spending in US host cities.

    (Image: REUTERS/Temilade Adelaja)

    27 min
  • South Korea bets $880bn on chips and AI

    South Korea has announced plans to pump in least $880bn to strengthen its semiconductor industry and artificial intelligence capabilities in the coming years.

    And Comcast prepares to spin off NBCUniversal and Sky in a major media shake-up.

    9 min
  • New York rent freeze: What next?

    New Yorkers breathed a sigh of relief at the news of a rent-price freeze for a million apartments. In a recent win for Mayor Zohran Mamdani, a housing board approved his pledge to prevent leases from going up and we hear about what this means for both the landlords and tenants. Our market expert also explains the potential pros and cons of this.

    And, as Europe's heatwave persists with temperatures reaching highs of 40C, we find out whether the region's infrastructure is prepared for this kind of weather, and what we can learn from other countries with naturally warmer climates. We also speak with a dairy farmer on how this has affected their business.

    27 min
  • Asia leads tech stock sell-off

    Asia is bearing the brunt of the latest technology stock sell-off, as concerns that the excitement around artificial intelligence may have pushed prices too high.

    The late arrival of India's monsoon and below-average rainfall are causing concern for the country's 300 billion dollar agriculture sector.

    And King Charles’s property management firm, the Crown Estate, has made a profit of more than £1bn for the third year running.

    9 min
  • What does the World Cup, Barbra Streisand, Levi's, and Heinz have in common?

    FIFA is blocking logos from brands like Levi's, Heinz, and Beats at the World Cup. We find out why, and how the banned brands are turning the ban into a viral marketing moment.

    Micron Technology has overtaken Meta, Tesla, and Apple in market valuation, but most people have never heard of it. So what does this chipmaker actually do, and how much is it cashing in on the AI boom?

    The International Maritime Organization has "temporarily" paused its sailor evacuation plan in the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship was attacked. So what does this mean for the 11,000 seafarers still stranded?

    Plus, can Toy Story help Disney's new CEO get the magic back?

    Presenter: Leanna Byrne

    Producers: Rob Cave and Niamh Mc Dermott

    27 min

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