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India elections: how has the economy changed under Prime Minister Modi?
In the tech hub of Bengaluru, first-time voters say it's been really hard to get a job
Will TikTok be banned in the US?
US lawmakers could vote on a bill that corners the app's owner with a stark choice
Ecuador faces severe energy crisis
Businesses have been told to shut down for two days due to power cuts caused by drought
Biden calls for tripling tariffs on China steel
President Biden wants to triple U.S. tariffs on steel from China.
Flash floods hit the Gulf State
Heavy downpours leave 18 people dead in the Gulf
Tesla announces global job cuts
More than 10% of Tesla’s global electric vehicle workforce faces redundancy
Iran and Israel tensions escalate
US urges Iran not to attack Israel.
South China Sea threat discussed as Biden hosts Kishida and Marcos
President Biden has held a summit with the leaders of Japan and the Philippines
Cost of living shock: US Inflation is up
Prices rose 3.5% over the 12 months to March, up from 3.2% in February
How is the surging price of commodities affecting the global economy?
The S&P GSCI, which tracks commodity prices has advanced 12% this year
Solar Eclipse lights up businesses in the US
Millions stopped work and school to find any point they could watch a solar eclipse
Impact of a rare earthquake being assessed across NYC and US East Coast
Eyewitness says there has been no major disruption to the financial capital.
Gucci's new $1.3bn dollar office
Gucci has bought a new $1.3bn office in Europe's biggest property deal since 2022
Taiwan chipmaker resumes production
Taiwan chipmakers are working to continue operations
Rebuilding Gaza estimated to cost $18.5 billion.
A joint report by World Bank and UN estimates rebuilding Gaza to cost billions.
What could minimum wage rises mean for workers?
An increase is being introduced wages for some workers in the US, the UK and Canada
Sam Bankman-Fried 'Crypto King' sentenced to 25 years in prison
Co-founder of FTX has been jailed for "one of the biggest financial frauds" in US history
What does bridge collapse mean for business in Baltimore?
We hear from the founder of a local brewery and the United States Chamber of Commerce
Baltimore bridge collapse spurs supply-chain uncertainty
Key US port affected by bridge crash
Boeing boss leaves after crisis over firms safety record
Boeing CEO leaves company after problems at plane-maker
Japan earthquake: What impact will it have on the economy?
We assess the economic impact of a major earthquake in Japan.
Global shipping firms set to resume to Red Sea route after attacks
Shipping giant prepares to begin shipping operations in the Red Sea
Biden meets Wang as the US and China prepare for the scheduled leaders' summit
US President Biden met with China's Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, in the White House
FTX: 'King of Crypto' testifies to judge in fraud trial
'King of Crypto', Sam Bankman-Fried, testifies to a judge at his trial in fraud trail
Meta sued by US states
The company has been accused of misleading the public about the risks of social media
Argentina heads to the ballot box for presidential election
People in Argentina heading to the voting centres on Sunday for the presidential election
Biden addresses nation as Israel-Hamas war continues
Biden says abandoning Israel and Ukraine 'just not worth it' in a televised address
Aid poised to enter Gaza strip
Egypt agrees to open Rafah crossing for aid delivery to Gaza
Microsoft completes biggest deal in gaming history
Microsoft completes $69bn takeover of Call of Duty-maker Activision Blizzard
New Zealand's economy at the centre of election campaigns
New Zealanders will be heading to polling stations on Saturday
African Union expected to join G20
The pan-African organisation is expected to be a permanent member of the G20
G20 India: The world's largest economies meet in Delhi
Delhi G20: How India is asserting its global presence at G20 summit
African leaders propose global carbon taxes to fight climate change
Africa proposes global carbon tax to give them much needed funds to tackle climate change
Switzerland outlines measures to combat money laundering
Switzerland outlines measures to fight money laundering and increase transparency
US faces more interest rate hikes to cool inflation
The US Federal Reserve plans more interest rate hikes if needed
BRICS invites six more countries to join the bloc
What will Argentina and Ethiopia benefit from joining BRICS?
US bonds offer investors better returns
Investors in the US receive better return on bonds
Joe Biden pledges to boost US on first anniversary of Inflation Reduction Act
Joe Biden promises to grow the US economy through clean technology.
How extreme heat in the US is affecting business
A prolonged heatwave is taking place in the south-west of the US.
Wheat prices rise after Russia threatens ships
After Russia threatens ships heading for Ukraine, wheat prices have risen sharply
Russia pulls out of grain deal
The US has criticised Russia after pulling out of the Black Sea grain deal
Microsoft's deal to buy Activision boosted by US judge
A US court boosted Microsoft’s deal to buy Call of Duty maker
Threads app signs up 100m users in less than a week
Threads app has signed up more than 100 million users in less than five days
Blinken visit to Beijing seeks to ease US-China tension
US Secretary of State is heading to China to for talks
Africa peace making mission aimed at aiding global economy
African representatives bound for Kyiv for peace talks between Russia and Ukraine
US Fed leaves interest rates unchanged
The US Fed leaves interest rates unchanged for the first time in more than a year
EU votes on ways to regulate AI
Vice-President Margrethe Vestager leads the charge against threats posed by AI.
Major setback in Microsoft’s bid to buy Activision Blizzard
The U.S watchdog has asked a judge to block a $69 billion bid for the gaming company.
Biden and McCarthy ‘closer to deal’ on debt ceiling
Crisis talks continue with new deadline for discussions in place
Nvidia earnings make chip maker AI superpower
The US company’s value exploded to almost $1 trillion on Thursday
China is the focus on the second day of G7 summit
The G7 leaders are meeting in Hiroshima and China will be the centre of their discussion
Coronation of King Charles III
Millions across the UK and beyond celebrating the coronation of King Charles III
Apple profit and revenue higher than expected
Apple profit and revenue higher than expected as iPhone demand persists
AI’s ‘Godfather’ quits Google amid dark warnings
Artificial intelligence pioneer speaks of the risk to humanity
How Apple’s new stores in India could help young generation?
Apple CEO has met the Indian PM after launching two stores in New Delhi and Mumbai
Fox News settles $787.5m for Dominion defamation case
The US voting technology firm Dominion settles their defamation with Fox News
The US-China trade war heating up
Economic tensions between the US-China coming back to the boil?
Biden trumpets inflation fall
US President Joe Biden welcomes a fall in inflation to its lowest level in two years
IMF concerns about smaller US banks
IMF concerns about smaller US banks
Global funders face thorny issues at spring conference
Global funders face some thorny financial issues at their spring conference
Lawyers respond as Johnson and Johnson offers $9 billion to settle talc claims
Lawyers respond as Johnson and Johnson offers $9 billion to settle talc claims
US House committee votes to release Donald Trump’s tax records to the public
The tax documents could be delayed for to carry out redactions of personal information
Cryptocurrency exchange Binance walks away from a bailout deal of rival FTX
Crypto stocks fall as cryptocurrency exchange Binance walks away from deal with rival FTX
Famine looms in Ukraine's shadow
Charities plead for a solution to conflict which could worsen hunger in areas of Africa.
Ukraine takes centre stage in Davos
Global economic leaders gather to discuss issues resulting from the conflict in Ukraine.
The cryptocurrency collapse
Cryptocurrency markets are being rocked after a popular token lost 99% of its value
Why has the Nasdaq had its worst day in years?
Global markets fall after the UK and US increase interest rates
Ships backed-up in Shanghai
Covid measures in Shanghai have knock-on effects on shipping
Biden poised to invoke Cold War-era law to encourage domestic mining
U.S. President Biden could invoke a Cold War-era law to encourage domestic mining
UK and US urge caution on Russian pledge to reduce attacks
Russia has said it will "drastically reduce combat operations" around Kyiv
Blinken arrives in Australia to meet foreign ministers
The US Secretary of State will meet leaders of the US-led "Quad" grouping
Russian and US envoys clash at the UN Security Council
Russian and US envoys clash at the UN Security Council called by the The US.
Review of the year - 2021
COP26 climate pledges; delivering a billion covid vaccines; Tesla's trillion dolar value
Biden's Build Back Better plan in jeopardy
A key senator has indicated he will not vote for President Biden's Build Back Better plan.
Tesla is now worth more than $1 trillion
Tesla surpassed a market value of $1 trillion, making it the fifth such company to do so.
Power cuts hit north-east China
Residents are experiencing unannounced power cuts as the shortage spreads to homes.
Huawei's Meng Wanzhou released from house arrest
Huawei’s CFO Meng Wanzhou is released after nearly three years under house arrest
Evergrande debt crisis continues
Evergrande reaches a deadline for interest payments on its bonds - will Beijing step in?
President Biden defends US withdrawal from Afghanistan
Biden said there was never a good time to withdraw US forces
Square to buy Australia's Afterpay
In Australia's biggest ever buyout, Jack Dorsey's Square has offered to buy Afterpay.
US advises citizens against UK travel
The CDC has urged US citizens to avoid travel to the country
Most Covid rules set to end in England
But, with the infections rising, is it too soon?
US authorities open probe into SolarWinds' cyber breach
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has begun the inquiry, media reports say.
Google fined $267m in France
Google is to pay a $267m fine in France because of its advertising dominance
Colonial Pipeline to attempt gradual reopening
A cyber attack on the US fuel pipeline has shut it down since Friday.
Apple releases controversial software update
The software will allow users to say 'no' to having their data collected by apps
England lockdown restrictions ease
Non-essential shops have reopened in England following a third lockdown.
Credit Suisse and Nomura warn of hedge fund hit to profits
The two banks' shares fell after warning they could face losses of billions of dollars
Texas power cooperative files for bankruptcy protection
Texas' Brazos Electric Power Co-operative has filed for bankruptcy after winter storms.
Google to pay News Corp for stories
Google has agreed to pay News Corp for content from news sites across its media empire.
Snow storm wreaks havoc in Texas
A deadly winter storm is sweeping through Texas, Mexico and US southern states
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala named first female, African boss of WTO
History making appointment at the helm of the World Trade Organization
Covid-19 threat to 2021's global sport events
The impact of Covid-19 on global sport as Australian Open players face quarantine chaos
Fiat and Peugeot agree a merger
A merger between Fiat Chrysler and PSA has won approval from the companies' shareholders
European and British leaders will meet to discuss Brexit impasse
Ursula von der Leyen and Boris Johnson will meet hoping to reach an agreement on Brexit.
Trump authorizes transition to Biden presidency
Donald Trump accepts that the formal transition to Joe Biden's White House can begin
Tech chiefs face US Senate questions on internet law
The chief executives of Facebook, Twitter, and Google faced intense grilling from senators
Less than a week to US election
The campaigns are making their final pitches to voters
French products boycotted by Muslim nations
Turkey's president calls for a boycott on French products - but do they work?
Trump nominee Amy Coney Barrett testifies in Supreme Court
The President's nominee says she is 'honoured and humbled' to have been chosen
Harris and Pence to face off in debate
Young voters 'looking for respect' in VP debate
US tech giants accused of 'monopoly power'
A report urges changes that could impact America's tech landscape
Covid deaths approach one million
We hear how countries around the world have been handling the pandemic
India suffers record economic stagnation
We hear from businesses across India, as the country suffers a record economic fall
Democrats host first ever 'virtual convention'
Amid Covid-19 restrictions, the party will also unveil the 2020 Democratic platform
New hopes for coronavirus vaccine
Oxford University scientists announce progress in the hunt for a coronavirus vaccine.
Tech giants stop giving Hong Kong police user data
Top internet names say they need time to assess the implications of handing over data
Apple ditches Intel
Global tech giant Apple has opted to use in-house chips instead of those from Intel
India and New York become latest to ease lockdowns
As Covid-19 deaths pass 7 million globally, some territories look for a path to normality
US may strip Hong Kong of special business relationship
Washington may be about to strip Hong Kong of its special trading status with the US
€8bn bailout for French car industry
France announces €8bn rescue plan for car industry
Top UK adviser refuses to quit for lockdown actions
The Prime Minister's chief adviser, Dominic Cummings, is under pressure to resign.
France eases lockdown restrictions
From today, all businesses except cafés, bars and restaurants were able to reopen
Aeroplane makers squeal as demand fizzles
Boeing's Chief Executive says the company needs to borrow more cash from the government
Countries differ on ending coronavirus lockdown
The World Health Organization has urged countries not to end lockdown prematurely
Oil price collapses to 18-year low
Simultaneous shocks from Coronavirus and oversupply cause prices to collapse
Financial markets recover after worst week in a decade
The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 5% as stimulus packages were unveiled
Japan's economy shrinks at fastest rate in five years
Fears of a recession grow after GDP fell by 1.6% in the final quarter of 2019.
Huawei chief fights extradition to the US
China's tech giant Huawei is accused of fraud and breaching sanctions on Iran
US and China sign the first stage of trade deal
Trade war rattled markets and weighed on the global economy.
What will Iran do next?
Iran has vowed "severe revenge" for the death of General Qasim Soleimani
Changing World of Work
How technology and attitudes play a growing role in an increasingly diverse workforce
Boeing replaces CEO amid 737 safety concerns
US plane maker Boeing has replaced its CEO in the wake of two deadly crashes.
Former head of the Federal Reserve, Paul Volcker, dies
Aged 92, Mr Volcker was one of the giants of American economic policy
Uber loses London licence
Uber will not be granted a new licence to operate after repeated safety failures
Hong Kong Polytechnic University Standoff
Dozens of protestors have left the Polytechnic after more violent clashes with police.
Chinese firm plans British Steel rescue
Chinese firm Jingye promises to rescue British Steel which employs 4,000 people
Virgin Galactic rockets on New York Stock Exchange
The company offering tourist flights to space rose as much as 10% on its debut
Prince Harry sues UK tabloids in phone-hacking claim
The prince has begun legal action against the owners of the Sun and the Daily Mirror.
US imposes sweeping sanctions on Venezuela
We look at the global repercussions of sweeping restrictions on Venezuela
Communist China at 70
China is celebrating 70 years since the People's Republic was established, in 1949.
Hurricane Dorian could hit the US
Hurricane Dorian continues to batter the Bahamas and could hit the US
Twitter removes controversial Hong Kong accounts
Twitter blocks some users which it finds suspect amidst Hong Kong protests
Workers Turn to Food Banks as US Shutdown Continues
Thousands of workers are still without pay as the US shutdown enters its second month.
Pakistan Turns To IMF For Bailout Talks
Pakistan's finance minister will ask the International Monetary Fund for a bailout.
Nike Faces Up To Shareholders
Nike is holding its annual shareholders' meeting, and the company is under major scrutiny
Apple iPhone XS unveiled alongside fall-detecting Watch
Apple has updated its iPhone X handset with three more powerful models
Creating Jobs in India's Countryside
Rahul Tandon presents a special edition of Business Matters from Delhi
Delhi's Pollution Crisis
Rahul Tandon presents a special edition of Business Matters from Delhi
Canada Retaliates Against US Tariffs
Canada has retaliated against the US with tit for tat tariffs.
Turkey Goes To The Polls
Ahead of Sunday's election in Turkey, we ask what role economic decline may play
European Union Leaders Divided Over Immigration
The UN says more than two-hundred people people have drowned off Libya in recent days
Trump Casts Doubt on June Summit with North Korea
President Trump has said there is a "very substantial chance" the summit may not happen
Ship Seized Amid Row Over North Korean Oil
South Korea said the ship had transferred 600 tonnes of oil to a North Korean vessel.
US Congress Closes in on Tax Reform
The U.S. Senate closes in on passing tax reform legislation.
Behind Japan’s Corporate ‘Culture of Concealment’
Why Japan’s once sterling corporate reputation has taken such a hit in recent years.
Six Years Later: Reflecting on Fukushima’s Nuclear Disaster
Host Roger Hearing visits the city where almost half a million people fled their homes.
North Korea Fires Highest-Ever Intercontinental Ballistic Missile
An already tense situation escalates with a new North Korean missile launch.
Zimbabwe Ruling Party Urges Mugabe To Quit
Pressure builds on the embattled president to stand aside.
Trump warns N Korea that US military is 'locked and loaded'
President Trump has renewed his verbal pressure on North Korea.
North Korea in Long-Range Missile Test
Japan’s Prime Minister calls for greater pressure on North Korea to end missile testing
New US Sanctions on Russia Move Closer
Vote by US Congress sets US on likely course for fresh sanctions on Russia.
Violence Escalates in Hamburg as the G20 Protest Continues
Anti-globalisation protestors and climate change activists clash with German police
Police Clash With G20 Protestors
German police use water cannon and pepper spray to control protestors in Hamburg.
US Jobs Growth Accelerates
US businesses added 211,000 posts in April.
US Drops 'Mother of All Bombs' on IS
The largest non-nuclear device the US has ever used has been dropped in Afghanistan
Trump and Xi Complete Talks in Florida
The US and Chinese presidents end talks on a positive note.
Will Trumpcare Pass Muster in Congress?
Can President Trump push through his plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act?
Trump Signs New Travel Ban Directive
The executive order places a 90 day ban on people from six mainly Muslim nations.
President Trump prepares to address Congress for the first time
President Trump prepares to address Congress, with his plans for government and finance
Trump plans to hike military spending by 10%
Environment and foreign aid set to lose out as defence budget rises by $54bn.
Greek Debt Drama Returns
Global business news, with live guests and contributions from Asia and the USA.
Tech Giants Turn on Trump
Tech giants including Google, Apple and Microsoft oppose President's immigration ban
Business Backlash to Trump Travel Ban
Some of America's top CEOs among those to criticize the President's travel ban plans.
As Obama Waves Goodbye, Confirmation of Team Trump Begins
Key members of incoming President Trump's team are being confirmed in Washington.
VW chiefs 'hushed up emission cheating'
Another twist in the VW emissions scandal in the US.
Russia Hacking Claims:Trump Says No Effect on Election
The President elects commits to a task force to further investigate hacking
Chicago Facebook 'Torture' Video: Should there be more safeguards?
Are Facebook Lives free speech or a way of giving a vast audience to criminals?
What Will the World Make of New US Secretary of State Rex Tillerson?
Donald Trump Chooses Exxon Mobil CEO Rex Tillerson as Secretary of State
Palm Oil Producers Battle Environmentalists
Environmental campaigners take on Big Palm in Indonesia; plus Saudi women in politics
Obama Orders Review of Attempts to Hack US Election
President Obama orders US intelligence to investigate all cyber attacks in US elections
Corruption in Kenya: A Special Report
With presidential elections looming in Kenya, we look at the issue of corruption.
Italy prepares to go to the polls
Millions of Italians to vote on whether their constitution should be reformed
Donald Trump Begins Victory Tour Around the US
President-elect Donald Trump begins his victory tour of America in the state of Indiana.
Crunch Time for Opec
Decision time for OPEC in Vienna, and why the unions failed to deliver for Clinton
No Charges for Hilary Clinton - FBI
FBI will not recommend criminal charges against Hillary Clinton over emails
Italian Brexit Banking Woes
Growth forecasts have been cut and investors fear there'll be more defaults on loans.
The UK votes to leave the European Union.
World reaction as the UK votes to leave the EU
Farc Peace Deal in Colombia
Bilateral ceasefire in Latin America's longest running armed conflict
Euro 16 Underway in France
The Euro16 tournament kicks off, but will businesses lose out as strikes continue?
Who Would be Better for US Business, Trump or Clinton?
We discuss which candidate would be best for US business.
Euro-quotas for Amazon Prime and Netflix proposed
The EU proposes rules that would force online video services to carry EU content
Argentina Corruption Charges
Former Argentine President Cristina Fernandez has been charged with defrauding the state.
Brazil's New Leader
Brazil's new president has been sworn in, what will he do for the economy?
India Special: Bollywood's Challenges
India's changing entertainment industry and actor Manoj Bajpayee on his film Aligarh
Poachers Threaten Reef in South China Sea
The BBC has exclusive evidence of the destruction of a reef in the South China Sea.