Singapore's biggest bank says it expects to cut 4,000 roles over the next three years because of AI. DBS bank expects AI to take on more roles carried out by humans.

In Bahrain, the international ratings agency Fitch has downgraded its outlook for the country to "negative".

And Gideon Long hears about how Pakistan and Bangladesh have started direct government-to-government trade. He speaks to the Chairman of Pakistan's Rice Exporters Association.

Could we see a deal this week between Ukraine and the US on Ukraine's valuable mineral deposits?

President Trump says it's very close and he is expecting President Zelensky to sign it in Washington in the coming days.

But what would such a deal involve? And how much are the minerals really worth?

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The man set to lead Germany, is facing challenges at a pivotal moment for Europe's largest economy. He's already expressed concern about relations between Europe and the US.

The European Union has hit Russia with more sanctions today.

The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

Apple is removing its highest level data security tool from customers in the UK. So does that mean for iPhone users? We hear from a cyber security expert.

Germany's once mighty motor industry is losing momentum, as high costs, low demand and competition from Chinese firms take a heavy toll on company profits.

And are soap operas dead? This is following the news that 'Neighbours' will come to an end this year.

The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

As Germany heads for a crucial election, we hear from businesses and economists on the most pressing issues

President Trump designated Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups. But Mexico's president said they will never tolerate an "invasion" of it's national sovereignty.

And the James Bond film franchise will no longer be controlled by the Broccoli dynasty. Creative control will now be given to Amazon MGM Studios.

The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

Hundreds have taken part in ‘Dark Indonesia’ demonstrations critical of policies which will see substantial changes in education and health spending. Plus, as Apple launches a new iPhone, we ask what is ‘budget friendly’? And as North Korea opens its borders to western travellers, we hear from one ‘extreme tourism’ business

(Photo: Protesters shout slogans during an anti-government protest near the presidential palace in Jakarta, Indonesia, 21 February 2025. Credit: BAGUS INDAHONO/EPA-EFE/REX/Shutterstock)

Microsoft has unveiled a new quantum chip called Majorana One, which it says will help the company create computers able to solve meaningful industrial-scale problems in years, not decades.

The European Union has announced plans for further sanctions against Russia. Brussels intends to target aluminium exports, add more banking restrictions, and ban further Russian state media outlets from operating in the EU.

Ahead of the German election we hear what economic issues voters are considering.

And, why in an unprecedented move, has South Africa delayed its budget?

The US and Russia have outlined their intention to build relations far beyond a deal over Ukraine—extending to cooperation on other global issues and developing sizeable economic and investment links.