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US Federal Reserve appoints new chair
Kevin Warsh becomes new chair at a ceremony at the White House.
South Korea: How are events affecting the economy?
We look at how South Korea's political instability is continuing to effect its economy.
First broadcast 17/12/2024 22:32 GMT
The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
Fears for the future of three Volkswagen factories in Germany
IGMetall Trade Union says VW wants to close three of its manufacturing plants in Germany.
US economy picks up, global stocks slip up
Encouraging GDP growth on an uncertain day for markets
Former President Trump announces his Vice Presidential running mate
JD Vance joins the Republican ticket for the 2024 US Presidential Election.
President Putin in China to boost strategic ties
What’s the significance of Putin’s visit to China?
Binance founder sentenced to 4 months in jail
The founder of Binance, the giant crypto exchange, will spend 4 months in a US prison.
Madonna sued after allegedly arriving on stage two hours late for tour
Madonna is sued after allegedly arriving late on stage
President Biden claims landmark law known as Inflation Reduction Act will boost economy on its first anniversary
President Biden says the clean energy law will boost the US economy.
India suffers from unusually early severe heatwave
Ninety per cent of the population are in the danger zone of extreme heat in India
EU subsidises nations that banned Ukraine’s grain
EU offers compensation to countries which imposed a ban on importing Ukrainian grain.
UK’s inflation rate stays in double-digits
UK recorded a 10.1% inflation. Costs of food and drink grew at its fastest since 1977.
China's economy gathers speed but youth unemployment rate worsens
China's GDP grew faster than expected to 4.5% compared to the last year.
EU rejects Poland and Hungary's ban on Ukrainian grain
Three EU countries ban grain imports from Ukraine, EU says the decision is 'unilateral'
Sri Lanka IMF bailout: How will it help the country?
IMF approves a $3bn bailout aid for Sri Lanka. BBC’s Ed Butler joins us from Columbo.
First Republic: 11 US banks ride to rescue
11 major US banks have thrown a $30bn lifeline to First Republic Bank.
Credit Suisse gets $54 billion lifeline
Credit Suisse has accepted a $54bn bailout fund from the nation's central bank.
Credit Suisse shares plunge as concerns over bank widen
Credit Suisse share price sank up to 30%. Will it follow in the footsteps of SVB?
US bank crisis: The fallout continues
As a US banking crisis unfolds, how big might the fallout be?
SVB Crisis: What happened and what’s ahead?
What happened at SVB and what might happen next? (Picture: Getty Images)
US Fed meets to decide on interest rates
The US Federal Reserve will decide whether to raise interest rates.
US Government to pass $433 Billion economic package
It marks a significant breakthrough for Joe Biden’s economic agenda
Taxing the internet in Africa
Are some African nations restricting growth by taxing online activity?
Polish Premier Appoints New Cabinet
Law and Justice leader Mateusz Morawiecki has replaced almost half of his cabinet
Burning Tanker 'In Danger of Exploding'
Fire is raging on an oil tanker which collided with a cargo ship off the coast of China
UK and EU 'Close to Brexit Breakthrough'
There are indications an agreement on the first phase of Brexit talks could be struck
US State Approves Keystone Pipeline
Nebraska's approval clears the way for the controversial project to progress.
Mugabe Defies Demands to Step Down
Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe said he will preside over the next congress of Zanu PF
Failed Coup May Impact Turkey's Economy
We hear Turkey investors may be put off by a government crackdown after the failed coup.
Air Asia Crash: 'Faulty Part' Major Factor
Investigators say faulty equipment and pilot error caused an Air Asia plane to crash.
Tax Raid on German FA in 'Bribes' Row
The headquarters of Germany's DFB football association have been raided.
Oil Companies Press UN For Emissions Agreement
10 global oil companies want a deal to reduce emissions at December's UN Climate Summit