Business Matters

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Business Matters

Global business and finance news and discussion from the BBC.

  1. 7 HRS AGO

    What can we expect from US elections?

    Hours before the US elections we take a look at the different economic routes proposed by Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, and their differing views on taxes, tariffs and inflation. A lot of money has been spent on campaigning and advertising. We find out how much. And what does the US presidential election mean for world trade? We hear from our correspondent in the US. Rahul Tandon discusses these and more stories with two guests on opposite sides of the US: Peter Morici, Economist at the University of Maryland, and Allie Garfinkle, Los Angeles-based Senior Finance Reporter at Fortune.

    52 min

  2. 3 DAYS AGO

    US elections: Swinging by the swing states

    On today's programme, job growth and housing affordability are front and centre as Trump and Harris visit Michigan and Wisconsin. In Botswana, a new political era unfolds as the long-dominant ruling party is replaced, primarily due to falling global diamond demand. Also, what ever happened to the classic Tupperware party? And how much wealth exists worldwide? Roger Hearing is joined throughout the programme by Mandi Woodruff, Co-host of the Brown Ambition podcast - who's in New York, and Peter Ryan, ABC's senior business correspondent, also in New York.

    49 min

  3. 4 DAYS AGO

    Boeing’s big move: Can a new contract offer end the strike?

    With the U.S. election in its final stretch, Roger Hearing examines how the economy might sway voters at the polls. Also on the programme, Boeing aims to resolve a costly strike by presenting a fresh offer to its main union. And we explore why concerns over AI costs are weighing down big tech. Roger Hearing is joined by Katia Dmitrieva, Bloomberg’s Asia Economics Correspondent in Hong Kong, and Alexander Kaufman, a Senior Reporter for the Huffington Post in New York.

    49 min

  4. 5 DAYS AGO

    Michigan in the spotlight as US election draws closer

    Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are making whirlwind tours of key battleground states in the final week of campaigning. Opinion polls show the candidates are neck and neck. Rahul Tandon looks at the swing state of Michigan and examines what really matters to voters there. In the UK, the Chancellor has delivered the first budget of the new Labour government. It was seen as a key moment for the economy, with some describing it as the most important budget for years as the government raised taxes by over $50 billion. Also, millions of people will be celebrating Diwali which can lead to an increased demand for gold. But with the price at record highs is demand for gold falling? Rahul is joined by Dana Peterson, Chief Economist at global nonprofit thinktank The Conference Board, and Tony Nash CEO and founder of Complete Intelligence.

    49 min

  5. 6 DAYS AGO

    Electric vehicles from China face EU tariffs

    The European Commission has given approval for steep tariffs on electric vehicles made in China. It closes an investigation which started a year ago. They will remain in place for five years. We examine why there is such a high unemployment rate in one of the key swing states in US ahead of the Presidential Election. Our focus is on the swing state of Nevada, and some of the concerns of the people living there. Homeware giant Ikea, says it will put money into a planned hardship fund for victims of the former communist regime in East Germany. This includes political prisoners who were forced to make Ikea products. Presenter Rahul Tandon discusses these and other global business stories with Mehmal Sarfraz a journalist based in Pakistan and Emily Peck the Markets correspondent for Axios based in New York in the US.

    49 min

  6. OCT 29

    Muted market reaction to Japan election

    Japan’s Prime minister Shigeru Ishiba has said he will not step down despite failing to win a majority in Sunday's elections. We examine the market’s reaction to the loss and look ahead to whether the opposition parties could form a ruling coalition. We look at Pennsylvania, one of the crucial swing states that may decide US the election. Rahul Tandon examines the shifting voter demographics in industries such as steel manufacturing and trucking. Also, in Germany, Volkswagen plans to close three plants, lay off thousands of workers and cut pay by 10%, according to trade unions in negotiations with the car giant. Rahul is joined by Stephen Nagy, Senior Associate Professor at the Department of Politics and International Studies, International Christian University, Tokyo and Anneke Green - Republican Political Strategist at Reach Global Strategies and former political speech writer.

    51 min

  7. OCT 26

    Israel has conducted air strikes in Iran

    Iranian media say several explosions have been heard in the capital, Tehran, and the neighbouring city of Karaj. We look at the current situation in Middle East conflict. Also, Japanese voters are getting ready to take part in the country's General Election on Sunday. How will it affect Japan’s economy? We speak to business owners and find out what do they expect from this election? And we look at the US election campaign in Texas, plus we learn about the very first online banner ad which went live exactly 30 years ago. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

    49 min

  8. OCT 25

    How will Canada’s new immigration plan affect the economy?

    Canada has just announced plans to change its migration policy. The government will reduce permanent residency by 21% from 2025. Migration is a global political issue but it is also an economic one. We get the reaction from the Canadian chamber of commerce Diana Palmerín Velasco. Also, Rahul Tandon looks at the US economy and speaks to democratic economist Bharat Ramamurti. And we find out how potential US tariffs on China could impact businesses. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

    49 min
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Global business and finance news and discussion from the BBC.

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  • Creator
    BBC World Service
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2024
  • Episodes
    197
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