Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition

Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the daily morning podcast that helps you understand the stories shaping Europe and the world before the day gets going. Produced in the early hours each weekday, the show delivers fresh reporting, sharp analysis and clear context on politics, business and global markets by 7am London time. From decisions made in Brussels and London to developments across the global economy, Daybreak Europe connects the dots between power, policy and money. Hosted by Stephen Carroll in Brussels and Caroline Hepker in London, and powered by Bloomberg’s global network of more than 3,000 journalists and analysts, the podcast goes beyond headlines to explain what is changing, why it matters and what could come next. Trusted by professionals, business leaders and investors, but made for anyone curious about how economics and politics shape everyday life, Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the essential way to start your morning informed and ahead.

  1. 2d ago

    US-Iran Truce Collapses, ‘$30M’ Supertanker Fees, Cocaine Empire Exposed

    Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day.On today's podcast:(1) The United States has carried out another round of strikes on Iran, after President Trump vowed to hit the country "hard". According to multiple reports, Trump has now formally notified Congress that the US is once again at war with Iran.(2) President Donald Trump threw out a demand of a 20% reimbursement on cargo shipped through the Strait of Hormuz, or roughly $30 million on full supertankers carrying oil.(3) Bond traders ramped up bets for a July interest-rate hike ahead of US inflation data and an appearance by the head of the Federal Reserve that stand to reinforce the need for action.(4) The European Union failed to endorse a 21st sanctions package against Russia on Monday, putting the bloc at risk of undermining one of its key tools to restrict the Kremlin’s oil revenue.(5) Rachel Reeves will issue a coded warning to the next Labour government by telling a City of London audience on Tuesday night that plans to boost the economy will only succeed with the support of financial markets.(6) It was supposed to be a cargo of bananas from Latin America. What Spanish police found on the ship in the Mediterranean port of Algeciras instead were 13 tons of cocaine. The case is striking in how it alleges links to financiers with Wall Street connections, an Irish fintech trading crypto assets, luxury Dubai real estate and multiple offshore lenders.Podcast Conversation: Scammers Are Being Scammed by Their Intended Victims Online See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    US-Iran Truce Collapses, ‘$30M’ Supertanker Fees, Cocaine Empire Exposed
  2. 3d ago

    Hormuz: Open or Closed? 10K Heat Wave Deaths, Europe Diplomacy In-Tray

    Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day.On today's podcast:(1) The US launched fresh missile attacks against Iran on Sunday in what has become a pattern of strikes and counterstrikes by Washington and Tehran as the two sides issued conflicting declarations over whether the Strait of Hormuz is open to shipping.(2) This year’s record-breaking heat in central and western Europe has already caused close to 10,000 deaths across the UK, France, Spain and Germany, according research groups and government bodies in the affected countries.(3) Andy Burnham, the UK’s presumptive next prime minister, is considering unveiling a bolstered budget later this year as allies and experts seek to persuade him to pursue a land tax, public control of utilities and a more ambitious devolution strategy.(4) UK police said they arrested a suspect on Saturday on suspicion of the murder of former minister and Reform UK politician Ann Widdecombe(5) Three prominent artificial intelligence developers released new models over the past week. They all promise to be more advanced, but their biggest immediate selling point may not be what they can do but how little they charge to do it.(6) European foreign ministers will be grappling with the developments in the Middle East when they meet in Brussels this morning.Podcast Conversation: Satisfying Wealth Books For Your Summer Reading List  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  3. Jul 9

    US-Iran Attacks Intensify, Europe's Nuclear Push, Online Rage Fuels Riots 

    Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day.On today's podcast:(1) The US military struck Iran for the second straight day, an escalation of violence that threatens efforts to reach a permanent peace deal.(2) Oil extended a surge as the US struck targets in Iran for a second day, raising risks for energy supplies from the Middle East.(3) Russia announced a short-term ban on diesel exports, causing global prices for the fuel to surge to multi-year highs, as a wave of Ukrainian drone attacks leads to domestic shortages.(4) The European Union will allow governments to include nuclear power as one of the categories of energy spending that qualify for greater flexibility under the bloc’s strict budgetary rules. (5) Nigel Farage intended his shock decision to quit Parliament and seek reelection in his coastal seat as a demonstration of political strength. But a man wearing a trash can could end up showing the depth of antipathy to the Reform UK leader.(6) The UK has seen three summers of anti-migrant protests which have turned to violence -- in Belfast in Northern Ireland and in Southampton, following the death of Henry Nowak. Anger and resentment is being manipulated online and weaponized -- and authorities are struggling to address the real world impact.Podcast Conversation: Inflammation Has Become the Wellness Industry's Latest Buzzword See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the daily morning podcast that helps you understand the stories shaping Europe and the world before the day gets going. Produced in the early hours each weekday, the show delivers fresh reporting, sharp analysis and clear context on politics, business and global markets by 7am London time. From decisions made in Brussels and London to developments across the global economy, Daybreak Europe connects the dots between power, policy and money. Hosted by Stephen Carroll in Brussels and Caroline Hepker in London, and powered by Bloomberg’s global network of more than 3,000 journalists and analysts, the podcast goes beyond headlines to explain what is changing, why it matters and what could come next. Trusted by professionals, business leaders and investors, but made for anyone curious about how economics and politics shape everyday life, Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the essential way to start your morning informed and ahead.

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