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After intense negotiations, a deal between the White House and US House speaker has been struck and a divided Congress is on board. All that is left is the signature of President Biden. But what is the US debt ceiling precisely? And what would have happened if it wasn't raised?

A brewing pension reform highlights how France can longer afford the easy ride it has had for decades. #economicsecho to join the conversation.

The past year has been bruising for Russia's economy. Foreign investors fled en masse, many never to return. Official forecasts suggest that few countries will see their GDP shrink by more this year. Only a handful of countries, including war-torn Ukraine, will end up posting worse numbers. From another perspective, however, Russia did surprisingly well.

The global economy has endured a tough 2022, with decades-high inflation sapping post-lockdown spending and pushing central banks to hike borrowing costs at an unprecedented clip to bring it under control. But could 2023 be even worse? Is a global recession looming? And if so, how do we get there?

The Great British pound crashed to its lowest level ever. The U.K. went through four chancellors and three Prime Minister's. Taxes rose to their highest level in 70 years, real wages fell at the fastest rate in decades and inflation pushed up the cost of a typical Christmas dinner by 10%. Oh and to top it all off a wave of strikes brought the whole country to a standstill. But could there be light at the end of the tunnel in 2023? We discuss the reasons to be optimistic about the British economy in the new year.

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 67. The honeymoon period for Chancellor Rishi Sunak and his country and indeed his party is well and truly over. In this episode we will discuss his declining opinion polls and approval ratings. What has he done or more precisely failed to do that ended up damaging his image. And also assess whether it is possible for the Sunak to make a comeback. So, to recycle old headlines from 2020, 2021 and earlier this year. Let's investigate whether Rishi is still Dishi. #economicsecho to join the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 66. Russia's invasion of Ukraine is happening hundreds, if not, thousands of miles away from many of us. And yet millions of families will feel the economic consequences. That's because the world economy and financial markets are interconnected. As Covid demonstrated, events on one side of the planet can set off shockwaves on the other side. So what does the Russia - Ukraine mean for you economically? We dissesct it all on today's episode #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 65. The East-West faceoff over Ukraine escalated dramatically Tuesday, with Russian lawmakers authorizing President Vladimir Putin to use military force outside his country and U.S. President Joe Biden and European leaders responding by slapping sanctions on Russian oligarchs and banks. But how effective will they be in changing President Putin's calculus and what sort of an impact can we expect on the Russian economy as a whole? #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 64. Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has taken a huge bet that he is right and all of the world's economic experts are wrong. Most economists believe higher interest rates temper inflation. President Erdoğan respectfully disagrees. With the Turkish economy accelerating downwards and inflation at decades high. Is Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's monetary policy as mad as it sounds. And does this economic crisis ultimately spell the end for Erdoğan? All of this and much more coming up! #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 63. With consumer prices continuing to skyrocket upwards from food to energy to used cars and wages struggling to keep up with the cost of living crisis. I think it's time to revisit the notion of trnsitory inflation? Were the experts right? Is this the new normal? What can be done about it? Is anyone still repping team transitory? #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 62. This week I had the pleasure of interviewing Trevor Williams. Trevor is the former Chief Economist at Lloyds Commercial Banking, and is a well - known and highly regarded speaker at many domestic UK and international business forums. We delve into the UK Autumn Budget 2021, tackling the possible impacts for businesses, households and public finances. Identifying winners and losers. And then conclude with a budget rating out of 10. Did Sunak rise up to the challenges in the British economy today?

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 61. The Chancellor Rishi Sunak is expected to make a swathe of announcements in this week's Autumn Budget, from climate action to tax changes and new rules on student loan repayments. Here's a quick look on what you should expect from Mr. Sunak. #economicsecho to join the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 60. The long - awaited climate summit, will begin in Glasgow, Scotland on 31 October. It will be crucial for those world leaders attending to align countries' carbon emissions reduction strategies with the global goals of the Paris Climate Agreement. So, here are four key things to watch out for. #economicsecho to join the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 59. Olaf Scholz looks to set be the next Chancellor of Germany in the 20th Bundestag. In this episode we'll talk the 2021 German Federal election results, the coalition possibilities, its potential implications for Europe and the indeed the world. And also a word on the legacy of the outgoing Angela Merkel. Is Europe losing its moral compass - how will it find its way without Merkel? #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Do you remember the Lehman Brothers collapse back in '07? And the shock & awe around the time, with people saying it was "too big to fail". Well, fast forward 14 years and we might have a case of history repating itself, only this time its in the world's second largest economy - China. This is story of the rise & fall of property giant China Evergrande Group. #economicsecho to join the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 57. Shortages! They seem to be everywhere from intermediate goods, labour and even foodstuffs. Supermarkets are struggling, manufacturers are struggling and consumers will ultimately pay the price. In this episode we will tackle what is going on? Why it is happening? Its effects. And if there is a viable solution. All of this and much more coming up! #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 56. After the abrupt announcement that OnlyFans is removing all adult content by October and then the quick reversal. As a site that is best know for pornography that seemed like a strange move, so we explain why it happened, the surrounding controversy and why the sudden U - turn on this major decision. #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 55. When Tim Cook took over as Apple Inc. CEO on August 25, 2011, even the most ardent Apple fans had their doubts. But today, a decade later, Apple is bigger and mightier than ever before. No other CEO in history has created so much shareholder value as Cook. We present Tim Cook's 10 - year report card. #economicsecho to join the conversation

The Taliban have the keys to the Presidential Palace, so how do they plan to govern and revive one of the world's most troubled economies without access to all levers of power, including billions of dollars held overseas. What next for the Afghan economy? #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 53. FC Barcelona are in turmoil on and off the pitch. Their debt has surpassed €1.2B, much of it repayable in the short term. Their superstar Lionel Messi has left for PSG. How did this once magnificent club end up with the real prospect of bankruptcy? And slowly, but surely losing their status as an elite European football club? Plus, how do they get themselves out of this mess. #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 52. After a barrage of earnings from Big Tech last week. Let's talk about Google, Amazon, Apple, Microsoft & others, how they have been fairing given the past 12 - 18 mths? Why they have been winning despite a global pandemic, increased scrutiny from lawmakers and What's next for Silicon Valley's finest? #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 51. The Summer Olympic Games are underway. Preparations, though, have been hard hit by the global pandemic. And as many as 80% of the Japanese electorate wanted the games called off. But the IOC & the local government have insisted all will be fine and gone ahead. Many are wondering, what is the point? And are giant sporting events like the Olympics a thing of the past? #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 50. In this episode we talk about the "I" word, inflation. As the world economy sees rising demand and supply shortages, price pressures are becoming more prominent. Should we be worried and how temporary is this new phenomenon? As central banks around the world try calm us all down! #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 49. Over the past few weeks China has stepped up its efforts to rein in the country's cryptocurrency industry. A clampdown stretching from Sichuan, in the east to Xinjiang in the west, but why has Beijing taken these steps? And are they ultimately making a huge mistake? #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 48. Through Tesla and his electric car revolution, Elon Musk has built up a reputation as a clean energy champion. But Spacex has never fitted in with Musk's green image. In this episode we weigh his climate record, both good & bad and ask whether his green status stacks up. #economicsecho to join in the conversation

For 17 years, there has been an ongoing dispute between the EU & the US over civil aviation supremacy. This battle comes down to each side's prime airplane manufacturer; Airbus/Boeing and the financial aid they are allowed to receive. However, last week after 17 years, the two parties agreed to end the trade war. #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 46. One of the main selling points of Brexit was that it would allow the United Kingdom to strike free trade deals with other nations. Last week, for the first time, this came true with Prime Minister Johnston announcing a brand 'spanking' new trade agreement with Australia - the only original deal the United Kingdom has thus far. But, is it a good deal? We unpack the details and the controversy surrounding it. #economicsecho to join in the conversation

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 45. El Salvador, a small nation nation in Central America is adopting Bitcoin as legal currency. Here is why that is a big deal. How can El Salvador benefit from Bitcoin? What are the potential risks? And how will the move impact the lives of ordinary Salvadoreans? #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 44. Do business in one country, shifts the profits to another, and pay little or not tax at all. Its controversial, but the world's biggest companies have been doing for years. Now the G7 group of advanced economies is trying to stop the practice by setting a minimum corporate tax rate of 15%. But will the deal succeed and what impact will it have on companies of all sizes and governments alike.  #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

The ongoing global chip shortage means that it could be tougher to buy everything from a PlayStation 5 to a Ford truck for the next few months. But fixing the problem might need bigger changes to both how we manufacture processes and the supply chain at large. In this episode we will break it all down. Tackling what is happening? Who is affected? And why? #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Tech giant Apple is facing a legal battle from the maker of the popular video game - Fortnite, which has captured the attention of regulators in Washington & Brussels with an antitrust lawsuit that could disrupt how the iPhone maker does business. Who has the stronger case? Who will win? Who do I want to win? #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 41. The European Super League lasted all of two days. It was football's biggest announcement in decades. But what is it? Who is involved & What does it mean for the future of football in the midst of a global pandemic? Economic arguments for and against, plus a workable solution suitable for all stakeholders. #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 40. In England, the lockdown easing programme is underway. But aside from the obvious what are the economic effects of such a move? How will English consumers and business react after such a long time shut down? Join us as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 39. Coinbase, the largest cryptocurrency exchange in the world has gone public. But who are they, what do they do and how does Coinbase make money? And what does this landmark meeting between traditional finance and crypto mean for the state of the crypto economy in 2021? Join us as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

With Brexit now "done", i thought this was a good opportunity to look back and objectively assess how it going so far. We unpick the economics and politics of it all. Are businesses thriving or struggling in this environment and how has the diplomatic relationship between the EU & the UK changed? Join us as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 37. Vaccine passports are likely to become a feature of everyday life as lockdowns are lifted across the world. But can these "immunity certificates" reopen and kickstart economies, and what are the potential advantages and disadvantages of such moves. Join us as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 36. In this episode, I update you on all of the biggest news events you might have missed from around the world. Discussing everything from the container ship blockage in the Suez Canal as well as Tesla accepting bitcoin payments, among other stories. #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

During the coronavirus pandemic, the world has been dazzled by the huge sums that governments have been willing to spend propping up their economies. The United States is no stranger to this, recently signing into law a $1.9T American Rescue Plan, but what's actually inside the plan, where did the money come from and what sort of an impact will this have on the American and indeed the global economy as well. Join us as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 34. So Chancellor Rishi Sunak stood up to the dispatch box at the House of Commons to deliver probably the most important tax & spending plans in the UK for generations. Find out what the Chancellor's latest budget means for you, your money and society as a whole. Joining me on this episode are Alex, small business owner and Nesh, a chartered accountant, so sit back, relax as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

In the past two decades, inflation has puzzled economists by remaining low in good times and bad times. Could the pandemic cause it rise? Listen in as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 32. American stockmarkets have enjoyed a record breaking streak, even though the country's economy faces the deepest recession in living memory. Why is stock market performance so seemingly cut off from current events, and what does this tell us about how the economy works? Join us as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 31. One of the key arguments for Brexit was that it would allow the UK to forge its own trade deals around the world. So in this episode we take a look at some of the deals signed so far and their impact on the UK economy. #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 30. Apple has been rumoured to make a car for a while now. We assess the options for production at Apple's disposal including the rumoured partnership with Hyundia - Kia. Does it make business sense for Apple to enter the auto market and when can we as consumers expect the finished product? Join us as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 29. There is Power in numbers, whereby the little guys can assemble and beat the big multi - billionaire hedge - fund managers at their own game. If short selling, margin calls, short squeezes, put options are all Double Dutch to you, fret not because we have you covered in this episode. Join us as we explain it all! #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 28. In this week's episode, we distill and discuss China's remarkable return to near normalcy. Exploring the performance of the Chinese economy in 2020 and the unique ways China tackled the coronavirus, and how successful they have been compared to other countries & if there are any lessons to learn from their response. #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 27. In this week's episode, we distill and discuss the historic free trade agreement struck between the United Kingdom & the European Union ending Brexit for good (so we think). This episode analyses its impact and effects on ordinary British citizens and the British business community. #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho& on Twitter @EconomicsEcho

Happy New Year & thank you so much for tuning into episode 26 & the very FIRST episode of Economics Echo! In this episode, we take a look at the latest data, and trends of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin in the tumultous year that was 2020, zooming in on how all this affects ordinary people. #economicsecho to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @economicsecho & on Twitter @economicsecho

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 25. This is a recap of the biggest and most impactful news stories from the worlds of Business, Finance & Economics in the year 2020. Enjoy! #financefridays to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @financefridayspod & on Twitter @FinanceFridayz

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 24.

Just a quick preview of what you should keep an eye out for this week in the worlds of Business, Finance & Economics and why they matter. Airbnb listing on the stock market for the first time. How will the ECB react to the rapidly appreciating Euro currency? And will this be the EU Leaders Summit where we finally get a Brexit trade deal? (Don't hold your breathe). All of this and much more. Coming up! Be sure to subscribe, and use #fantasticfridays to join the conversation. Also, follow us on Instagram @financefridayspod & on Twitter @FinanceFridayz

Thank you so much for tuning into episode 23. In this week's episode we analyse the shrewd business moves undertaken by Travis Scott. According to Forbes th Hip hop superstar is on course to gross $100M in 2020. How has it done it in a year without a major album release and live music touring halted? All of this and much more, coming up! #financefridays to join the conversation. Also follow us on Instagram @financefridayspod & on Twitter @FinanceFridayz