BBC Radio Podcasts from World Business Report
Still in the game?
Hard times in the gaming industry following announcements of more lay-offs.
Passenger survives aeroplane drama
Ryanair passenger partially sucked out of an aeroplane, after cabin window shattered.
Volkswagen makes sweeping production cuts
Volkswagen makes sweeping production cuts, reducing global capacity
Volkswagen makes sweeping production cuts
Volkswagen makes sweeping production cuts, reducing global capacity
Chinese factories raise their prices
Energy price rises since US/Israel war with Iran has affected Chinese manufacturers.
George Johnson: 'He was extraordinary'
Pioneering entrepreneur George Johnson has died aged 99
Ukraine's drone strikes hit Russia's oil industry
Russian motorists queue for miles in the hope of buying petrol.
SpaceX's lift-off moment stalls
Why did SpaceX's shares fall after it was added to the Nasdaq 100?
Ethanol fuels row in India
Motorists are angry that petrol in India must contain 20% ethanol alcohol.
The future of gaming after Xbox cuts
With Xbox bearing the brunt of Microsoft's job losses, what is the future of gaming?
Easyjet accepts $7bn takeover offer
Europe's second biggest low cost airline accepted bid after months of wooing.
America at 250: swifties and soccer fans turn up
Swift rumours, FIFA crowds and extreme heat hit New York on America’s birthday weekend.
Taylor Swift's wedding and 4th July - big money celebrations take over NYC
America celebrates its 250th birthday as a heatwave sends electricity demand soaring
How much could Taylor Swift's wedding cost?
What's the cost as Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce prepare to marry in New York?
Warnings you could get stuck in queues on EU borders
EU border delays 'not bearable' over summer, warns airport boss
Why are central banks still worried about inflation?
Heads of the US and Eurpoen central banks have said they are worried about inflation.
EU imposed €3 fee on small parcels in hit to Shein, Temu and AliExpres
Small parcels shipped from outside the bloc to the EU will be now charged 3 euro per item
The Yen: How low can it go?
Who can stop the Yen's downward spiral?
Japan's currency hit its weakest level in nearly 40 years
The Government has been trying to boost the economy - why isn't it working?
Could This Be Britain's Next Prime Minister?
Andy Burnham shares his economic plan for UK growth in his first major speech.
South Korea bets $880bn on chips and AI
The government is going to spend $880bn for chip and AI investment plan
New York rent freeze: What next?
A landlord, tenant, and economist weigh in on the pros and cons of freezing rents.
Asia leads tech stock sell-off
Asia is bearing the brunt of the latest technology stock sell-off.
What does the World Cup, Barbra Streisand, Levi's, and Heinz have in common?
FIFA are hiding certain brands at the World Cup
Europe's heatwave: Too hot to tour?
Tourism is taking a hit as an intense heatwave grips Europe
Heatwave blasts western Europe
Record June temperatures have been recorded in several countries, with highs of 44C
Heatwave blasts western Europe
Record June temperatures have been recorded in several countries, with highs of 44C
Farming during Europe's intense heatwave
Red heat alerts have been issued in several European countries amid intense heatwave
Russia's economy is hurting
Ukrainian drone attacks are causing fuel headaches across Russia. Crimea worst affected.
UK PM announces resignation
Sir Keir Starmer says he will step down as Labour leader and UK prime minister.
UK PM Resigns: What Business Wants Now
We explore what business wants next for growth, investment and the economy.
World Cup hydration breaks give advertisers advantage
World Cup hydration breaks are giving advertisers a window of opportunity
India's biggest ever share offer
Mobile firm Reliance Jio hopes to raise $4 billion.
US lifts Iran naval blockade following US-Iran deal
The US has lifted its Iran naval blockade following the US-Iran deal
Eyes on the Strait of Hormuz as oil tankers start moving
It follows US and Iranian officials signing 'memorandum of understanding' to end the war.
Is Russia running short on fuel?
Russians across the whole country are facing petrol shortages
Ready, Fed, Go!
US Fed Chair Kevin Warsh will oversee his first policy meeting
SpaceX overtakes Amazon to become world's fifth most valuable firm
Space X makes huge gains on New York's tech-focused Nasdaq stock exchange
Why is consumer spending falling in China?
For the first time since the pandemic consumers spending stalls in China
How will a US and Iran deal affect global shipping?
President Donald Trump promises to open the Strait of Hormuz
Will energy prices come down after US and Iran deal?
The US and Iran strike a deal - so when will the oil shock lose its spark?
US jobs growth way better than expected
The world’s biggest economy added way more jobs in May than economists had forecast
The US seeks to refloat its tariffs policy
A White House advisor proposes new duties of at least 10% on 60 countries
Toy Story is back!
The $3.3 billion franchise is set to generate even more revenue
Nvidia “re-invents the computer” with new chip
The world’s most valuable company pivots into chips for personal computers
A slice of the AI pie
Samsung workers are set for a $400,000 bonus after a deal to share AI profits
Former F1 boss on Ferrari's electric gamble
Ferrari's share prices have dipped about 7% since the company announced it's new EV.
Oura ring sets eyes on Wall Street
Smart ring maker Oura has filed to go public in the US
US Federal Reserve appoints new chair
Kevin Warsh becomes new chair at a ceremony at the White House.
Hike, Cut or Hold? What will the new Fed head do on interest rates
Kevin Warsh becomes the 17th Chair of the US Central Bank when sworn in later
Inside Space X's IPO plan
Elon Musk's Space X is going public, in, maybe, the biggest initial public offering ever
Trump leaves, Putin enters
The Russian leader meets with President Xi after the US President's visit to Beijing
Kenya's government cuts fuel prices after deadly protests
Kenya's government cuts diesel prices after anger over fuel costs took to the streets
Major rail strike brings New York to a halt
Transit workers walk out in America's busiest city
What's life like for seafarers stuck in the Strait of Hormuz?
As the US-Iran war escalates, we hear about the welfare of ship crews stranded
GameStop wants eBay for $56bn
US retailer GameStop has put in an offer to buy online marketplace eBay for $56bn
EU frees up money for Ukraine
The bloc finally unlocks a $100 billion loan for Kyiv
The new head of the Fed?
Donald Trump’s nominee for the chair of the Federal Reserve is grilled by senators
Tensions in the Gulf as US seizes Iranian ship
Global markets dip as Iran says it will retaliate against what it says is piracy
First Iranian oil for India in seven years
For the first time in seven years, India has bought its first cargo of Iranian oil
What the US-Iran ceasefire means for oil prices, flights and bills
Ships are starting to move through the Strait of Hormuz, but hundreds are still backed up
Why Sri Lanka is raising electricity prices for most households
Sri Lanka is forced to increase power tariffs as energy costs begin to bite
Why diesel is rising quicker in price than other fuel?
Diesel has been rising faster than other fuels due to the war in Iran
US allows Russian oil sales to tackle rising prices
India has been granted a 30 day waver to buy sanctioned Russian oil to ease supply fears
Can Gulf countries export oil before storage runs out?
Crude oil supplies from Iraq and Kuwait could stop shipping within days
Strait talking: Energy markets rocked as conflict intensifies
Energy prices spike after Qatar closes its LNG base and the Strait of Hormuz remains shut
Iran: War in Middle East rattles global markets
Strikes send oil prices higher and travel stocks tumbling
Could US access to Greenland's minerals be the answer to President Trump's territorial ambitions?
The US, Greenland and Denmark are set to talk in Washington
Review of the year 2025 - from tariffs to Labubu
We look at the biggest money and work stories from 2025
South Korea: How are events affecting the economy?
We look at how South Korea's political instability is continuing to effect its economy.
17/12/2024
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