Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) The Kremlin said Vladimir Putin held “very useful” talks with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner though the sides failed to reach agreement on a plan to end Russia’s war in Ukraine.(2) The European Union has reached a deal to phase out Russian gas faster than originally planned, a move that aims to finally sever ties between the bloc and its once-primary energy supplier.(3) French President Emmanuel Macron is preparing for talks with President Xi Jinping as part of a three-day visit to China in the wake of its dispute with Japan over Taiwan's status.(4) London listings will make a comeback starting next year, aided by a recently unveiled stamp duty holiday, as a top banker at Goldman Sachs says the City must stay competitive compared to its rivals.(5) OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman is redirecting internal resources to speed up improvements to ChatGPT, declaring a “code red” situation that will delay work on other initiatives.Podcast Conversation: Is AI Burnishing the Beatles Legacy or Ruining It?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Almost $1 billion of leveraged crypto positions were liquidated during another sharp drop in prices on Monday that brought fresh momentum to a wide-ranging selloff.(2) The European Union’s top diplomat expressed concern that US attempts to push Ukraine into a lopsided peace plan would only encourage Russia’s warmongering as Kyiv’s allies brace themselves for a week of talks to end Moscow’s invasion.(3) As Europe embarks on a historic rearming effort, its defense companies are scrambling for a vital component in high-tech weapons: rare earth minerals, which more nimble US rivals are scooping up.(4) The UK will adopt a more pro-business approach to China but not trade its national security for greater trade ties, Keir Starmer said as he sought to clarify his Labour administration’s approach to the Asian nation.(5) The dispute between China and Japan could drag on for a year, Taiwanese Foreign Minister Lin Chia-lung said, adding Taipei hoped the two sides can find a way to resolve their differences.Podcast Conversation: The Ultimate Foodie Gifts for Anyone Who Likes to Cook and Eat (1)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Rachel Reeves denied misleading the British public about the state of the UK’s public finances ahead of her budget, as she faced ongoing criticism over her messaging in the run-up to Wednesday’s £26 billion package of tax hikes.(2) Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he’ll make a renewed push to curb UK welfare spending, as he vies to revive his ailing premiership and sell a budget which was poorly received by voters.(3) US and Ukrainian negotiators said they had productive discussions about a framework for a peace deal, but there was no final breakthrough as President Donald Trump continues to push for a truce with Russia.(4) President Donald Trump said Sunday he has decided on his pick for the next Federal Reserve chair after making clear he expects his nominee to deliver interest-rate cuts.(5) Switzerland voted to reject a 50% inheritance tax on super-rich residents after wealthy entrepreneurs threatened to leave the country.PODCAST CONVERSATION: Inside the Ostrich Effect: How Ignorance Has Become a Survival StrategySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to earnings from Crowdstrike, Snowflake, and Salesforce. In the UK – a look ahead to the seventh Milken Institute Middle East and Africa Summit. In Asia – a look ahead to whether Asia's Labubu toy has hit its peak. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Hong Kong’s deadliest fire in decades, which killed at least 94 people and injured 76, has intensified scrutiny of the city’s safety-inspection system and whether officials responded forcefully enough to warning signs.(2) The UK government dropped a key measure from its flagship workers’ rights package in a bid to quell concerns of businesses who had warned the legislation would damage growth and employment.(3) US President Donald Trump’s proposals for ending the war in Ukraine could be the basis for future agreements, but no final version exists yet, Russian President Vladimir Putin said, while signaling an openness to talks.(4) Top Chinese diplomat Wang Yi used a call with his French counterpart to say the two sides needed to support each other, underscoring Beijing’s push to win diplomatic backing during a spat with Japan.(5) Coffee lovers hoping for quick relief from historically high prices may have to wait longer as the expected pullback from a reduction in US tariffs has yet to materialize, according to Italian roaster Illycaffe.Podcast Conversation: Sorry Mom. The Shopping Bots Suggested a Bathrobe for ChristmasSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves did enough in her budget to help her and Prime Minister Keir Starmer survive, building back a vital fiscal buffer and expanding welfare.(2) The UK government is expecting a bigger windfall from major reforms to a preferential tax system for wealthy residents, despite a growing number of ultra-rich individuals relocating to other territories.(3) Hong Kong’s deadliest residential fire in decades has killed at least 44 people and left hundreds missing, throwing fresh scrutiny on the city’s housing standards as Chinese President Xi Jinping urges all-out efforts to reduce casualties(4) Global equities were close to erasing their November losses as rising bets for Federal Reserve interest-rate cuts revived markets after a selloff sparked by worries over frothy AI valuations.(5) US economic activity was little changed in recent weeks, though overall consumer spending declined further except among higher-end shoppers, the Federal Reserve said. Podcast Conversation: To Wear or Not to Wear PJs Is the Ultimate Air Travel QuestionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves expanded her fiscal headroom to £22 billion by upping a range of taxes including: a levy on homes valued above £2 million, increasing fuel duty, and freezing the threshold people start paying income tax for longer. But her crucial budget was overshadowed when the Office for Budget Responsibility released its economic analysis, including all the budget's key measures, ahead of the Chancellor's big speech. Our budget top team of Bloomberg's Chief UK economist Dan Hanson, our UK Political Editor Alex Wickham, and Opinion Columnists Rosa Prince and Marcus Ashworth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast: (1) In the 83 days since UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced the date of her second budget, she’s told both bond-market investors and Labour Party backbenchers that it’s been drafted with them in mind. Today it will become clear whether she can please both of these very different audiences. (2) Reform UK's leader Nigel Farage has rejected claims he made racist comments as a teenager, after an investigation rocked his attempts to paint Reform UK as a moderate party. (3) US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff, fresh from the triumph of the Gaza peace deal, held a phone call last month with a senior Kremlin official to suggest they work together on a similar plan for Ukraine — and that Vladimir Putin should raise it with Donald Trump. (4) White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett is seen by advisers and allies of President Donald Trump as the frontrunner to be the next Federal Reserve chair, according to people familiar with the matter, as the search for a new central bank leader enters its final weeks. (5) Apple will retake its crown as the world’s largest smartphone maker for the first time in more than a decade, lifted by the successful debut of a new iPhone series and a rush of consumers upgrading devices, according to Counterpoint Research. (6) During the Ukraine war, Russia has stepped up its courting of African governments with offers of military cooperation, weapons, grain, and fertilizers - but also fish.Podcast Conversation: AI Slop Recipes Are Taking Over the Internet — And Thanksgiving DinnerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast: (1) Russia and Ukraine exchanged fire early Tuesday with heavy air raids on Kyiv and assaults on southern Russian areas, just hours after President Donald Trump struck a positive tone on prospects for a ceasefire deal. (2) The European Union’s antitrust chief ruled out easing the bloc’s tech rulebook, after US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Brussels needed to change its digital regulations in order to get a deal to lower steel and aluminum tariffs. (3) President Donald Trump held back-to-back calls with the leaders of China and Japan, as escalating tensions over Taiwan threaten to derail his weeks-old trade truce with Beijing. (4) Nvidia shares fell on a report that Meta Platforms is in talks to spend billions on Google’s AI chips, suggesting the internet search leader is making headway in efforts to rival the industry’s bestselling AI accelerator. (5) Chancellor Rachel Reeves will slash the amount Britons can save in their tax-free cash ISA each year to £12,000 in a bid to get households investing more in UK stocks. (6) Pret’s CEO is searching for the right recipe for the chain in a post-pandemic world where inflation remains high, competition is stiff and consumers are feeling the pinch.Podcast Conversation: Is Food No Longer What Makes a Great Restaurant Great?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast: (1) President Donald Trump’s proposed Nov. 27 deadline to secure Ukraine’s support for a US-backed peace plan isn’t set in stone and could drift into the following week, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, suggesting that plenty of work remains. (2) Chief executive officers are bracing for Rachel Reeves to pile further costs on their businesses in her budget — and some are warning they’ll slash investment in the UK if she does. (3) BHP Group has walked away from a fresh takeover approach for Anglo American Plc, ending an unexpected and short-lived attempt by the world’s largest miner to thwart a planned tie-up between its smaller rival and Canada’s Teck Resources. (4) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer unveiled a strategy to make critical minerals at home and reduce reliance on the fragile global supply chain. (5) In President Donald Trump’s second term, crypto assets transformed his family’s wealth. Now the Trumps — and their followers — are getting a crash course in the wild volatility ingrained in digital currencies. (6) Five years after being battered by Covid-19 and the rise of home working, Canary Wharf is making a comeback. Podcast Conversation: How Breathwork Became the New MeditationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI is rising on the agendas of global CEOs, according to the latest edition of the CEO Radar. But a surprising number of chief executives are still struggling to embed the technology into their businesses. On this episode of the CEO Radar Podcast, Edward Adams of Bloomberg Media Studios is joined by BCG Global Chair Rich Lesser and Vlad Lukić, BCG Global Leader of Tech and Digital Advantage, to explore how CEOs can compare themselves to their peers when it comes to corporate integration of AI. This episode is sponsored by BCG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to earnings from Dell, Kohl’s Abercrombie & Finch, and retail ahead of the holiday season. In the UK – a look ahead to the UK's highly anticipated autumn budget. In Asia – a look ahead to China PMI data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Stocks are poised for their worst week in seven months as concerns over lofty valuations and the payoff of massive investments in AI prompt investors to retreat from riskier assets.(2) Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s cabinet approved the largest round of extra spending since the pandemic, deploying funds to address the frustrations of voters.(3) A 28-point peace plan floated by US and Russian envoys would force Ukraine to cede large chunks of territory taken by Russia, acceding to many of President Vladimir Putin’s wartime demands.(4) Germany is pressing the European Union to strike a last-minute deal to let the UK access the bloc’s massive defense fund before a deadline at the end of the month.(5) A closely-watched index of consumer confidence in the UK has fallen on every measure ahead of the Labour’s government’s budget next week, at which it is expected to raise taxes.(6) UEFA, the European football governing body, increased the value of the broadcast rights for its top-five markets by more than 20% for the next cycle.Podcast Conversation: The Curse of Angry Crowds Has Now Reached Every SportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.Content Warning: This episode contains discussion of sexual assault and suicide.On today's podcast:(1) Nvidia delivered a surprisingly strong revenue forecast and pushed back on the idea that the AI industry is in a bubble, easing concerns that had spread across the tech sector.(2) US President Donald Trump signed legislation to compel the Department of Justice to release files on the late, disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.(3) China is considering new measures to turn around its struggling property market, as concerns mount that a further weakening of the sector will threaten to destabilize its financial system.(4) Many Federal Reserve officials said it would likely be appropriate to keep interest rates steady for the remainder of 2025, according to minutes of the central bank's October 28-29 meeting.(5) Oxford University Has Failed Women Over Harassment Concerns, Staff Say. Podcast Conversation: The Five Things Luxury Shoppers Want Right NowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Stocks edged lower in the runup to Nvidia Corp.’s earnings, a key test for market stability, after concerns over lofty valuations triggered a selloff that wiped out about $1.6 trillion from global equities.(2) Nvidia, the world’s most valuable company, is set to deliver a quarterly report Wednesday that could assure Wall Street that the AI computing boom continues apace — or fuel fears that the tech industry is in a bubble.(3) China has told Japan it will suspend imports of Japanese seafood, Kyodo News reported, in a move that signals their diplomatic spat is far from over and could further strain economic ties.(4) The UK’s domestic security service warned British lawmakers of new Chinese-backed efforts to target them online, reigniting concerns about espionage by Beijing around Parliament.(5) The European Union’s deep economic ties to China are constraining its ability to pressure Beijing over Russia’s war in Ukraine, the bloc’s top diplomat said.(6) Donald Trump’s firm control of Washington showed signs of weakening Tuesday as Congress voted to compel the Justice Department to release its files on sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein, whose earlier ties to the president have been the subject of intense scrutiny.Podcast Conversation: In Dubai, a $1.1 Million AI Chef Is Running Its Own RestaurantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast:(1) Stocks sold off and Bitcoin hit a seven-month low as investors pulled back from riskier corners of the market before a high-stakes week featuring Nvidia Corp.’s earnings and a pivotal US jobs report.(2) The eye-watering valuations of artificial intelligence champions such as Nvidia Corp., which enjoys a market cap of $5 trillion, prompt a question: Will AI’s growth revolution match investors’ hopes?(3) President Donald Trump said the US would sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, offering Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman a prize he’s long cherished — even though many obstacles remain before he gets the stealthy planes.(4) The UK is drawing up countermeasures against the European Union’s proposed steel tariff increase in the event that Prime Minister Keir Starmer cannot secure a deal to blunt their impact.(5) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz joined European politicians in saying the bloc’s banking regulations are too strict as the US gives lenders an easier ride to free up financing for the economy.Podcast Conversation: Bezos Brings Signature Management Style to $6 Billion AI StartupSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Just a little more than a month after reaching an all-time high, Bitcoin has erased the more than 30% gain registered since the start of the year as the exuberance over the pro-crypto stance of the Trump administration fades.(2) Keir Starmer’s government plans to make it easier to remove migrants with no rights to stay in the UK, as the prime minister seeks to gain control of the political narrative after one of the most bruising weeks of his 16 months in power.(3) Oil traders are not counting on OPEC+ to cut production next year, despite forecasts that a global supply surplus could send prices even lower.(4) President Donald Trump said proposed Senate legislation to sanction countries conducting business with Russia would be “okay with me,” his strongest indication yet that he would support a monthslong push to strangle Moscow’s funding.(5) German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil pressed for an “open, rules-based global trading system” as he departed for a high-stakes visit to Asia, as frictions over trade restrictions between the US, China and Europe ramp up.Podcast Conversation: The Best Gifts of 2025See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to earnings from Nvidia, Walmart, and Target. In the UK – a look ahead to the European Business Summit. In Asia – a look ahead to Japan’s upcoming GDP report. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves is considering dropping plans to raise the headline rates of income tax and a slew of other levies in her upcoming budget.(2) China’s economic activity cooled more than expected at the start of the fourth quarter with an unprecedented slump in investment and slower growth in industrial output.(3) US President Donald Trump is readying substantial tariff cuts and trade deals as he seeks to address voter concerns over high food prices and the cost of goods.(4) The BBC's Chairman Samir Shah has written to the White House expressing remorse to US President Donald Trump for a misleading documentary edit of his January 6th speech in 2021. (5) EU officials are looking at how to transform the European Securities & Markets Authority into a more sweeping watchdog like the SEC in the United States.Podcast Conversation: How to Get Your Vintage Timepiece Safely ServicedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) President Donald Trump signed legislation to end the longest government shutdown in US history, marking the official conclusion to a 43-day impasse.(2) The European Union is set to propose a plan to the US that would implement the next phase of the trade agreement the two sides reached this summer.(3) Top trade negotiators from Switzerland are headed to Washington, aiming to complete negotiations on a trade deal with the US that would lower the 39% tariff rate on Swiss goods.(4) Rachel Reeves should get billions of pounds of extra room in her upcoming budget, UK Treasury officials believe, thanks to her plan to cut household bills and bring down inflation.(5) Prime Minister Keir Starmer tried to draw a line under squabbling within his Labour Party and called for unity after an alleged challenge for his job exposed questions about his future.(6) Democrats returned to pressing Donald Trump on his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, highlighting a selection of emails in which he suggested the president knew of his activities.Podcast Conversation: In Europe, the Oldest Ideas in Wellness Get a New SpotlightSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Allies of Keir Starmer sought to ward off a feared leadership challenge from one of the British premier’s best-known ministers, as cabinet feuds spilled into the open just weeks before the government is due to unveil a contentious budget.(2) The weakness in the UK labor market is likely to have been overstated, economists and policymakers warned, after new figures shifted the narrative in Westminster and financial markets ahead of the budget.(3) Asian stocks rose alongside Treasuries after softer US jobs data strengthened bets on a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut, boosting market sentiment.(4) Banks in China are asking clients to take out loans and then immediately repay them, with the bank covering the interest, in a practice known as "quick-lend-and-recover".(5) The US military is exploring whether to build a temporary base capable of housing 10,000 people near the Gaza Strip as part of its push for a stabilization force of troops from other countries to monitor a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.(6) Germany must start dialing back its borrowing limits from 2029 to ensure solid public finances over the long term, according to the Bundesbank.Podcast Conversation: Harvest Report: 2025 Is Turning Out to Be a Great Year for WineSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) The European Commission is exploring ways to force European Union member states to phase out Huawei Technologies Co. and ZTE Corp. from their telecommunications networks, according to people familiar with the matter.(2) Switzerland is close to securing a 15% tariff on its exports to the US, in what would be a relief for the country after it was hit with a punishing 39% levy in August, according to people familiar with the matter.(3) A record-setting 41-day US government shutdown is on a path to end as soon as Wednesday after the Senate passed a temporary funding measure backed by a group of eight centrist Democrats.(4) Rachel Reeves indicated the Labour Party may be preparing to break its election promises not to raise taxes, as she looks ahead to what she called a “difficult” UK budget.(5) Donald Trump notched another victory in his war on the media when the UK’s national broadcaster apologized over a misleading edit of the US president’s remarks and two executives resigned.(6) Warren Buffett, the billionaire investor who turned an aging textile mill into a more than $1 trillion conglomerate, said he’s “going quiet,” marking the end of an era for one of the business world’s most-watched investing gurus.Podcast Conversation: Microsoft Influencers Try to Make Copilot as Cool as ChatGPTSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) The US Senate took a major step toward re-opening the government after a group of moderate Democrats broke with their party leaders and voted to support a deal to end the record-breaking shutdown.(2) British Broadcasting Corp. Director-General Tim Davie is resigning from the UK national broadcaster amid allegations it misled viewers by editing President Donald Trump’s remarks in a Panorama documentary last year.(3) More than a quarter of large UK businesses expect to cut jobs within the next year due to the impact of artificial intelligence. That's according to a CIPD survey of more than 2,000 employers, showing 62% of them believe junior managerial or administrative roles are most likely to be lost due to AI.(4) No matter which way the S&P 500 Index goes after a tumultuous month, options volatility looks to be headed higher. The benchmark snapped a three-week run of gains, pushing for a time on Friday the Cboe Volatility Index well above 20, a sign of growing market stress.(5) The odds of extreme cold this winter in the US, Asia and parts of Europe are climbing, threatening to boost energy bills for consumers already grappling with high costs and economic uncertainty.Podcast Conversation: Young Supercar Collectors Don't Fear Risking Their InvestmentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to earnings from Walt Disney and Paramount-Skydance. In the UK – a look ahead to Portugal’s Web Summit. In Asia – a look ahead to China Singles’ day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Tesla shareholders have approved a $1 trillion compensation package for Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk, the largest payout ever awarded to a corporate leader.(2) OpenAI CEO Sam Altman pushed back at the idea that the company would seek federal guarantees to reduce the risk of its AI infrastructure spending spree.(3) Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban visits the White House later today, hoping his friendship with Donald Trump can spare his country from US sanctions on Russian oil.(4) The Bank of England has warned that Chancellor Rachel Reeves will deliver her budget amid weak investment, rising unemployment, and slowing growth.(5) Comcast is in talks to acquire ITV's media and entertainment unit in a deal that would dramatically shake up the UK broadcasting landscape.(6) Goldman Sachs is promoting the smallest proportion of women to managing director since Chief Executive Officer David Solomon took the top job in 2018.Podcast Conversation: Foreign-Language Oscar Contenders Find a Home at the MultiplexSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) The Bank of England will likely keep interest rates unchanged today at 4% in what is expected to be a closely contested decision. (2) The UK's biggest business lobby has warned Rachel Reeves against hitting companies with a series of smaller tax rises, saying she should "prioritize long-term prosperity over short-term thinking."(3) The US Supreme Court appeared skeptical of President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs, as key justices suggested he had overstepped his authority with his signature economic policy.(4) European economy commissioner Valdis Dombrovskis has signalled that the EU is willing to accommodate international concerns about its ESG rules, as the bloc fields threats from the US and Qatar.(5) Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang has warned that China will beat the US in the artificial intelligence race in part due to lower energy costs and looser regulations, he told the Financial Times. (6) The US plans to cut domestic flight capacity by 10% at 40 major airports across the country if the government shutdown continues.Podcast Conversation: JPMorgan’s Billionaire Clients Want Sports Teams More Than Fine ArtSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Zohran Mamdani was elected the 111th mayor of New York in a historic victory that will put an avowed democratic socialist in charge of the city that serves as the capital of global finance.(2) The global selloff in semiconductor stocks accelerated on concern over lofty valuations for some of the artificial intelligence boom’s biggest winners.(3) UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves will meet CEOs from top insurers in Downing Street on Wednesday, as she seeks to encourage more investment in the City ahead of a tricky budget later this month.(4) European Union member states clinched a preliminary deal to reduce emissions by 90% through 2040 compared with 1990 levels, a move that bolsters the bloc’s climate leadership credentials ahead of the COP30 summit.(5) WhatsApp, the popular messaging service owned by Meta Platforms Inc., introduced a standalone Apple Watch app that makes it easier for users to interact with their chats from Apple Inc.’s smartwatch without pulling out an iPhone.Podcast Conversation: I Saw a Vision of Chocolate’s Future in an Amsterdam BrownieSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves declined to reiterate Labour’s manifesto commitment against broad-based tax hikes, as she made an unusual appeal to the British public to support her upcoming budget.In a rare pre-budget speech in Downing Street carried on national broadcasters, Reeves argued she would prioritize bringing down borrowing costs and inflation, and blamed the previous Conservative administration for putting lasting pressure on the public finances.In the clearest hint yet that the Labour government will compromise on its commitment to avoid lifting the UK’s main tax levers, Reeves said the world had changed since it came to power in July 2024.In this special episode of the Bloomberg Daybreak Europe Podcast, Stephen Carroll and Caroline Hepker discuss with UK Correspondent Lizzy Burden, Bloomberg Opinion columnist Marcus Ashworth, and our Chief UK economist Dan Hanson.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) The current environment for large mergers and acquisitions is quite “constructive” for 2026 and 2027, particularly in the US, according to the chief executive officer of Goldman Sachs(2) The global stock rally hit a speed bump as uncertainty over the Federal Reserve’s policy outlook and earnings from Palantir Technologies Inc. made investors more cautious.(3) Alphabet sold $17.5 billion of bonds in the US, after issuing €6.5 billion ($7.48 billion) of notes in Europe, adding to a wave of borrowing from technology companies as they invest aggressively in artificial intelligence.(4) Prime Minister Keir Starmer warned that his government will make “tough but fair decisions” in what’s expected to be a tax-raising budget later this month.(5) Zohran Mamdani’s lead heading into the New York mayoral election has withstood a furious push from Republicans, establishment Democrats and a coalition of Wall Street dealmakers, leaving Democrats to face a familiar question should he win on Tuesday. Podcast Conversation: Men’s Groups (Not ‘Boys Clubs’) Quietly Emerge in Big BusinessSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Oil advanced a fourth day after OPEC+ said it planned to pause output increases in the first quarter of 2026, following another modest hike for next month. (2) A railway staff member who "saved many people's lives" while protecting train passengers from a knifeman is in a life-threatening condition in hospital.(3) An exit charge for wealthy Britons leaving the country and increased levies on expensive homes are on a long-list of possible tax increases being considered by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves ahead of the budget.(4) President Donald Trump threatened possible US military action against Islamist militants in Nigeria if the country’s government doesn’t halt the groups’ “killing of Christians.”(5) China will effectively suspend implementation of additional export controls on rare-earth metals and terminate investigations targeting US companies in the semiconductor supply chain, the White House announced.Podcast Conversation: 'The Great British Bake Off' Is a Great British Betting ZoneSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week In the US – a look at how earnings are impacting global markets In the UK – we preview the Bank of England rate decision In Asia – looking ahead to the RBA Decision and Chinese economic data See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast: (1) Apple blamed a surprise decline in China revenue on supply disruptions, predicting it will return to growth in the world’s biggest smartphone arena as the iPhone 17 gains momentum. (2) Amazon’s cloud unit posted the strongest growth rate in almost three years, reassuring investors who were concerned that the largest seller of rented computing power was losing ground to rivals. (3) Chinese leader Xi Jinping warned against “breaking supply chains,” in his first public remarks after a landmark meeting with US President Donald Trump that secured a one-year truce in the world’s biggest trade fight. (4) King Charles III on Thursday stripped his disgraced brother Prince Andrew of his remaining titles and evicted him from his royal residence after weeks of pressure to act over his relationship with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, Buckingham Palace said. (5) In more than one way, Rob Jetten, the head of the liberal D66 party who might become the next Dutch prime minister, offers a stark contrast to Geert Wilders, the divisive anti-migrant lawmaker who heads the far-right Freedom Party. (6) Shares of the world’s top listed beer, wine and spirits makers have shed a combined $830 billion in a little more than four years as the industry grapples with monumental change. Russia’s tactics and hardware in Ukraine, its growing cooperation with China in the Bering Strait, shifts in activity off Norway, and the persistent challenge of the shadow fleet all reinforce his concerns of a looming threat that Denmark and its allies must prepare to confront. Podcast Conversation: Don't Have a Cow Over the Steak EconomySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast: (1) Donald Trump and Xi Jinping wrapped up their highly-anticipated summit after around an hour and a half on Thursday, concluding talks they hoped would quell an expansive trade fight that has shaken global markets. (2) The largest technology companies are betting on an AI future powered by gigantic complexes of data centers filled with humming servers. (3) Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell cautioned investors against assuming the US central bank would follow its second straight interest-rate cut with another in December. (4) Prime Minister Keir Starmer refused to rule out raising income tax, national insurance or value added tax at the upcoming budget, suggesting the government may break its pre-election promises in order to fill a growing hole in the public finances. Dutch Election: The progressive Democrats 66 party was on track to win the Dutch parliamentary election after voters dealt a blow to Geert Wilders’ far-right Freedom Party and threw support behind mainstream political groups. Podcast Conversation: Starbucks Drinkers Are Exiting Fast, Not Lingering Over CoffeeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast: (1) Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang announced a flurry of new partnerships and dismissed concerns about an AI bubble, saying the company’s latest chips are on track to generate half a trillion dollars in revenue. (2) Donald Trump said he expects to lower tariffs the US has imposed on Chinese goods over the fentanyl crisis and speak with China’s Xi Jinping about Nvidia Corp.’s flagship Blackwell artificial intelligence chip, as leaders of the world’s biggest economies seek to ease tensions in a meeting on Thursday. (3) UBS Group profit beat expectations in the third quarter as investment banking revenue and lower-than-forecast legal costs boosted performance. (4) Deutsche Bank AG exceeded analyst estimates for fixed-income trading, and Banco Santander posted third-quarter results that beat analysts’ estimates in its sixth consecutive quarterly record. (5) Hurricane Melissa is expected to make landfall in Cuba just hours after it became the strongest recorded storm to strike Jamaica, where it left hundreds of thousands without power and forced hospitals to evacuate. (6) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered “forceful strikes” against Hamas in response to attacks on Israeli soldiers in Gaza, jeopardizing a US-brokered ceasefire that’s held for just over two weeks. High Frequency Trading Triggers a Showdown Over a London Rooftop: For years, a drab building located just one mile past the skyscrapers of London’s Canary Wharf neighborhood has been the site of one of the fiercest battles in the world of high-frequency trading. Podcast Conversation: Bone-In Fried Chicken Is Making KFC ‘Irrelevant’ and ‘Invisible’See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast: (1) HSBC raised its profitability outlook for 2025 even as earnings slid following an unexpected $1.1 billion provision tied to Bernard Madoff’s giant fraud case more than a decade ago. (2) BNP Paribas’s trading unit suffered a hit from souring debt in the third quarter, adding to challenges for Chief Executive Officer Jean-Laurent Bonnafe after a string of recent setbacks. (3) Goldman Sachs Group Chief Executive Officer David Solomon downplayed concerns that have surfaced following the collapse of US firms First Brands Group and Tricolor Holdings, and said he doesn’t see any systemic risk looming in the credit market. (4) Amazon.com plans to cut corporate jobs in several key departments, including logistics, payments, video games and the cloud-computing unit, according to people familiar with the matter. (5) Tom Hayes, the former star UBS Group AG trader who became the face of the Libor rigging scandal, sued his former employer accusing it of handing him over on a “silver platter” to global prosecutors in order to protect the bank and its senior leadership. (6) President Donald Trump hailed the US’s alliance with Japan, reaffirming ties with a longstanding partner and praising new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi on her plans to ratchet up defense spending as the pair met in Tokyo. (7) France’s National Assembly adopted an amendment on Monday that would increase taxes on the country’s largest companies next year, part of the government’s effort to rein in the deficit and find compromises with opposition lawmakers.Europe's Solar Boom: In 2020, Europe installed 23 gigawatts of solar, according to BloombergNEF data. Each year since then a new record has been set, with some 69.2 gigawatts expected to be added this year, capping a more than quadrupling of capacity in the last decade. Podcast Conversation: London’s Black Cabs Face a Driverless ThreatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast: (1) The Chinese Communist Party’s official mouthpiece called on the world’s biggest economies to “jointly safeguard hard-won achievements” from their latest trade talks, ahead of a high-stakes meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. (2) Top trade negotiators for the US and China said they came to terms on a range of contentious points, setting the table for leaders Donald Trump and Xi Jinping to finalize a deal and ease trade tensions that have rattled global markets. (3) HSBC will set aside $1.1 billion to cover litigation by investors who lost money in Bernard Madoff’s fraud, the latest global bank to face a significant hit from cases dating back years. (4) President Javier Milei’s party won Argentina’s midterm vote Sunday, a result that will give the libertarian leader a strong foothold in Congress to continue pursuing aggressive free-market policies that have won praise and a financial lifeline from Donald Trump. (5) Former Bank of England Governor Mervyn King says the Labour government lacks a coherent economic strategy. (6) Trading houses, hedge funds and banks are on a hiring spree for specialist gold traders as interest in the metal soars, creating a battle for talent that is driving up pay packages in what has historically been a niche market. Podcast Conversation: Housekeeper Salaries Top $100,000 as Luxury Furniture BoomsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Host Nathan Hager take a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking in the coming week. In the US – a look ahead to the next Fed meeting and earnings from U.S tech giants. In the UK – a look ahead to European defense earnings. In Asia – a look at top interviews from the APEC Finance Ministers' Meeting in South Korea. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) US President Donald Trump is aiming for a quick win in a pivotal Thursday meeting with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, even if the outcome falls short of the sweeping deal he’s teased on issues at the heart of the rivalry between the world’s two largest economies.(2) China needs a bolder spending package to mend the finances of households and companies, according to a central bank adviser, as signs of resilience in the economy mask the damage wrought by the trade war with the US.(3) Oil was on track for the biggest weekly gain since June after US sanctions on major Russian producers upended the market, raising the prospect for supply disruptions and greater demand for alternative grades.(4) Binance co-founder Changpeng Zhao has received a pardon from Donald Trump, one of the biggest moves yet by the president to fully embrace the crypto industry and give legal reprieves to some of its most prominent people.(5) Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has "had a good run." Speaking to Bloomberg's Mishal Husain, he adds: "We might find someone new."Podcast Conversation: ChatGPT Is a Bad Personal Shopper — But It’s LearningSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) The Trump administration announced sanctions on Russia’s biggest oil producers, rolling out its first major package of financial punishments on President Vladimir Putin’s economy as part of a fresh bid to end the war in Ukraine.(2) The Trump administration is weighing export restrictions against China that would bar the purchase of a wide swath of critical software, a White House official said Wednesday.(3) Elon Musk, the world’s richest person, spent the end of Tesla’s earnings call pleading with investors to ratify his upcoming $1 trillion pay package and blasting the shareholder advisory firms that have come out against the plan.(4) SAP, Europe’s most valuable software company, reported third-quarter cloud revenue that missed analysts’ estimates in a sign that trade disputes and a weaker economy are weighing on sales.(5) A majority of European Union countries, including Germany and France, are calling for a systematic review of the bloc’s regulations by the end of the year to dismantle old rules that pose challenges for the competitiveness of its companies. Podcast Conversation: Wine Bars Are Booming Due to Casual Dining Trends, Tough EconomySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Gold and silver saw their steepest selloff in years as investors locked in profits on concern that the recent historic rally in the precious metals left them overvalued.(2) European nations are working with Ukraine on a 12-point proposal to end Russia’s war along current battle lines, pushing back against Vladimir Putin’s renewed demands to the US for Kyiv to surrender territory in return for a peace deal.(3) President Donald Trump said Tuesday he did not want to have “a wasted meeting” with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the latest sign that a planned second summit between the two leaders could be in jeopardy.(4) US President Donald Trump predicted an upcoming meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Xi Jinping, would yield a “good deal” on trade — while also conceding that the highly anticipated talks may not happen.(5) Netflix said a tax dispute with Brazil cut into third-quarter earnings, marring results that otherwise fell in line with Wall Street estimates.(6) The Bank of England warned of parallels between the $1.7 trillion private credit boom and the subprime debt crisis, as UK officials confirmed plans to subject the market to stress tests.Podcast Conversation: Sorry, Pop Mart, Labubu Is Just Not Lego or Pokemon: Shuli RenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) US President Donald Trump has cast doubt on Ukraine's ability to defeat Russian forces, marking a dramatic shift from his previous view that the country could reclaim all of its territory.(2) The UK is preparing to spend "well over" £100 million to send its forces into Ukraine and provide aircraft for a stabilization force if a ceasefire agreement with Russia is reached.(3) Australia and the US have signed a pact to increase America's access to rare earths and other critical minerals in a deal to counter China's control over supply chains.(4) Sanae Takaichi has become Japan's first female prime minister and his preparing to announce her cabinet later today after winning a vote in the lower house of parliament.(5) Amazon Web Services. the world's largest cloud provider, said its operations have returned to normal after an internet outage disrupted many of the world's biggest websites and apps.(6) Shares in French bank BNP Paribas plummeted by almost eight per cent after a US court ruling linked it to human rights abuses in Sudan.Podcast Conversation: The Brazen, 7-Minute Jewelry Heist at the LouvreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) Israel launched strikes against Hamas in Gaza and reportedly suspended all aid shipments on Sunday after blaming Hamas for a lethal Palestinian ambush that left two soldiers dead.(2) The world-renowned Louvre museum in Paris was shut on Sunday after several pieces of invaluable jewelry were stolen in a brazen robbery.(3) China said the economy is still on track to reach this year’s expansion goal even after reporting the weakest growth in a year, with a boost from booming exports undermined by weak spending and investment.(4) President Donald Trump listed rare earths, fentanyl and soybeans as the US’s top issues with China just before the two sides return to the negotiating table and as a fragile trade truce nears expiration.(5) Software and computer services companies saw the biggest rise in profit warnings among UK-listed firms last quarter, according to a report from consultancy EY-Parthenon.(6) French bond futures declined after S&P Global Ratings downgraded its sovereign credit score, an unscheduled move that highlights the nation’s fiscal woes and places its debt at risk of forced selling by some funds.Podcast Conversation: A $1.2 Trillion Question: Can Conferences Be Less Terrible?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.