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Felicity Hannah looks at the government's infrastructure strategy and rounds up the week's business news with her panel of experts. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.

The government is expected to publish it's 10 year, £700bn Infrastructure Strategy today - what can we expect?

The government is set to delay the opening of HS2 without saying for how long. Sean Farrington looks at what this means for the UK rail network.

Sean Farrington has the latest as the UK and US sign their tariff deal at the G7 Summit. Plus, how will AI affect the future of work?

Four days after Israel launched an attack on Iran, the two countries keep exchanging blows. Oil prices jumped as tensions rise in the Middle East. We also hear the latest on the search for the causes of the Air India 787 crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.And some Manchester City fans are taking legal action against the club over a new season-ticket policy they claim is discriminatory under the Equality Act.

Felicity Hannah speaks to a jewellery business amid warnings of further tax rises this year. Plus, we'll hear how overtourism can actually be costly for cities.

The government's Spending Review has been published and Wake Up to Money has been combing through the detail. Will Bain goes through the highlights with Kevin Brundish, chief executive of the battery scale-up company Lionvolt; Emma Wall, head of platform investments at Hargreaves Lansdown; and Simon French, chief economist at Panmure Liberum.With technology, AI and nuclear energy getting boosts in investment in this spending round, we also hear from former boss of both Rolls Royce and semiconductor design firm ARM, Warren East.Plus, a new report from Deloitte suggests that the English football system is "under strain," even though Europe's 'Big Five' leagues are collectively breaking records. Deloitte Sports Business Group's head of insights, Jennifer Haskel, explains why.

We've had announcements on affordable housing, defence, transport and nuclear power from the government, but today we get the full details of the Chancellor's Spending Review - we get into what it could hold? Sean Farrington speaks to expert voices across economics and housing.Trade talks between the US and China continues for a third day in London - we hear from one expert who explains why rare minerals are at the centre of the negotiations.And with exactly one year until the World Cup starts in the US, Canada and Mexico, one tourism boss in California explains about the opportunities - and challenges - associated with promoting the tournament.

What does the new nuclear power station mean for the UK?The government has given the go-ahead for the Sizewell C Nuclear Power Station in Suffolk. Sean Farrington asks Tom Greatrex, chair of the Nuclear Industry Association, what that could mean for jobs, power and energy bills in the UK.A group of Thames Water lenders have put forward a new plan for the water company, just as MPs ask questions about payments to senior management there. Wake Up to Money speak to the chair of the House of Commons Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Select Committee, Alistair Carmichael.Plus, after the Prime Minister Keir Starmer attempts to woo tech giant Nvidia's CEO Jensen Huang, we find out how much potential lies ahead for AI in UK business.

How much of government spending goes on health? How big a slice of the pie does defence get? To get a feel for what takes up most of the spending, Sean Farrington looks at each government department in turn, dividing up the programme using the same proportions as the spending budget itself.

Tensions rise between Elon Musk and Donal Trump, Felicity Hannah takes a look at how it's impacting Tesla stocks. And the UK is cracking down on 'finfluencers'.

Barclays looks back at 10 years of spending habits, Will Bain finds out where your spare cash goes. And despite avoiding a 25% tariff, steel leaders say they're still worried.

Sean Farrington brings fresh reaction to Trump's U-turn on UK steel & aluminium imports. And with just a week to go before the Chancellor presents her Spending Review to Parliament, we look at the impact that could have on the NHS. Plus, hours before the launch of Nintendo's new Switch 2 console, we discuss the hype surrounding it.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced an overhaul of the U.K.'s defence spending. And fashion powerhouse Christian Dior gets a new boss who hails from Northern Ireland..

Sean Farrington brings you reaction as the government unveils its major defence review. As part of it The UK will build up to 12 new attack submarines. We also bring you the latest on the Polish election. And we react to it now being officially illegal for businesses to sell or supply single-use vapes.

Will Bain hears the latest after courts cast doubt over the President's trade war.With judges questioning the legality of Donald Trump's tariffs, our panel of economists, lawyers and business people discuss what next for US trade policy.

Will Bain hears how one of the world's biggest companies is performing and asks how changes to 'deminimis' rules have affected businesses like Temu.

Sean Farrington speaks to a security firm after we hear the latest updates on the Liverpool parade. We hear from a managing director of a construction and property development company in light of the government's recent proposals around housing. And after record breaking sales over the weekend, what's behind the success of the recent films at the box office?

Wake Up to Money carries the latest updates on the Liverpool parade.Also, a discussion with a major sausage producer and a beef farmer about food price inflation reaching its highest in a year, and a look at the tax and spending options the chancellor has in the UK government's upcoming spending review.

Sean Farrington hears from a holiday letting firm how AI is transforming the way people plan their holidays. And South Western Railway has become the first rail company to return to public ownership since the Labour government took office last year. Is the government on track for its rail renationalisation plan?

Felicity Hannah finds out what's making UK manufacturers feel so gloomy about business. Also, she delves into issues of migration and inflation and that deal between the EU and the UK, all with the help of her Friday panel of experts. And why wedding bells in Ireland are ringing in the tills.

Will Bain hears what it means as more pensioners to get the winter fuel payment in a surprise move by the government. And the M&S cyber attack could cost the company £300 million.

Sean Farrington has the latest on the fallout from cyber attacks targeting the food chain. Plus, we'll find out why some workers don't want to go back into the office full-time.

Sean Farrington finds out about the latest in a series of hacks targeting the food chain. He also asks how much the UK will benefit from a new EU-UK trade agreement.

Sean Farrington has the latest ahead of the UK's first summit with the EU since Brexit. And we hear from an M&S supplier about supply chain challenges following its cyber attack

Felicity Hannah dissects the week in business with her Friday panel, looking at the UK's GDP growing better than expected, and US retail chain Walmart are raising their prices to mitigate tariffs. We also hear from a business booming because of Eurovision (and their karaoke).

The government delivers a strategic steer to competition watchdog CMA, as the Institute for Public Policy Research calls for the regulator to have stronger powers to drive growth. And Goodison Park will now be home to Everton's Women Super League side, what does this mean for the game?

US President Donald Trump signs an arms deal with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. What does this mean for the region? And one of the UK's biggest retailers tells the BBC they wear trainers to meetings. Comfy or too casual?

Trump reaches a deal with China and the markets breathe a sigh of relief. Will it last? Plus, Sean Farrington speaks to a movie industry player about this year's Cannes festival.

Sean Farrington hears from a care home owner what a visa ban will mean to his company. And the latest from the China-US trade talks. Will it be back to business as usual?

The UK and US have agreed on a major new trade deal with tariffs slashed on steel, aluminium and cars. And a new era begins at Reading FC as the club gets a new leader.

Will Bain reacts to The Federal Reserve keeping interest rates on hold in the US. We also look into why Energy giant Orsted has discontinued plans to continue working on one of the UK's largest offshore windfarms in the North East. And we meet the manager of one pub selling off VE Day Pints for just 7p - the equivalent of what they'd have cost 80 years ago.

Sean Farrington's joined by the founder & chief exec of Fundsmith to talk Warren Buffet. And after India agrees a trade agreement with the UK we find out just what that means. Plus - has Marks lost its 'Spark'?! More than two weeks after that major cyber attack Wake Up To Money looks at what that means for the brand's reputation.

Sean Farrington looks into what impact Trump's latest tariff announcement could have. And after OpenAI ditches its plan to convert to a for-profit business, Wake Up To Money digs into the reason behind that decision. We also hear from one UK business on why they won't be using AI in their workplace - and why.

As Microsoft shuts down Skype, Sean Farrington reflects on the internet calling service. And we hear all about Saudi Arabia's involvement in boxing. Plus, following Warren Buffett's announcement that he'll retire as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway, Wake Up To Money gets the thoughts of former Unilever boss Paul Polman.

Felicity Hannah dissects the week in business with her regular Friday panel and chats to a 93-year-old shop worker. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.

Will Bain looks at the US economy and asks how tariffs are affecting American ports. Plus, we hear from a Marks and Spencer supplier. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.

Sean Farrington gets the latest from the US as President Trump passes 100 days in office. We look at M&S and ask whether cash is king? Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.

Sean Farrington has the latest on widespread blackouts on the continent.Elsewhere, Indian and UK trade talks are set to continue today; and we hear from a restaurant about dealing with a delivery culture.

Sean Farrington has the latest on the UK's chances of securing a trade deal in the US. Also, he hears what Canadian businesses are hoping for from the winner of the country's general election. Plus, Liverpool have won the Premier League. What does securing the title mean for a club's finances?

Felicity Hannah chats to Google's EMEA President about the future of AI and the Friday panel takes on the week's business news. Download the podcast via the BBC Sounds app.

Will Bain breaks down the increase in Oasis ticket scams ahead of their latest gig this summer. And a new vote on tourist tax in Liverpool could raise hotel prices for visitors.