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    WAR READY

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 52:58


    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..

    Sub Spending

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 52:42


    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.

    The tariff hokey cokey

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 51:33


    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.

    Cash in your chips

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 51:09


    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.

    Build it, they will come

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 53:25


    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?

    Horror at Liverpool parade

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 52:09


    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.

    Recommended by AI

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 52:19


    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?

    Factories on the floor

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 53:42


    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.

    A Spark in the Chill

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 55:53


    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.

    Cyber Chaos

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 53:22


    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.

    Hacked off

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 53:24


    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.

    Summit in the air

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 52:44


    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

    And the 0.7% goes to...

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 54:05


    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).

    Competing Considerations?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 51:53


    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?

    Meeting in the Middle East

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 52:51


    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?

    Trade war ceasefire

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 52:49


    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.

    Care visa clampdown

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 51:23


    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?

    Art of the Deal

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 53:23


    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.

    Interesting times

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 52:43


    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.

    Billionaire Buffett

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 53:23


    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.

    Movie madness?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 52:18


    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.

    Skype's sunset

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 53:29


    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.

    Working late

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 53:21


    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.

    Shipping out

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 52:36


    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.

    Bringing up a ton

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 53:07


    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.

    Spaniard in the works

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 52:07


    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.

    Talking trade

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 52:04


    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?

    Artificially Speaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 52:05


    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.

    Rock 'N' Roll Scam

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 51:28


    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.

    Smells Like Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 52:23


    Will Bain talks to Wild deodorant's co-founder after its multi-million pound Unilever deal. Plus we have Tesla's latest results and hear how YouTube is celebrating 20 years

    Francis, Faith And Finance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 23:00


    We reflect on the economic legacy of Pope Francis, who has passed away aged 88. And over 700 schools in England launch a free breakfast club in a move to help families save.

    All Included

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 22:38


    Will Bain looks at how the all-inclusive holiday has became a British favourite. And with tariff talks rattling the markets, what does it mean for US tourism?

    Payslip Britain

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 22:33


    Felicity Hannah hears what it's like to go to work in the UK and what's changing. And since it's Easter we delve into why your chocolate treats seem pricier this year.

    Back to Petroleum

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 52:16


    Some investors push back on BP's plans to water down green targets. Will Bain has more.Elsewhere, businesses try to navigate the twists and turns of a trade war. We also hear from the boss of seaside resort chain Butlin's.

    Tariffs and Touts

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 53:04


    Sean Farrington discusses the latest on tariffs. He takes a look at how ticket touts are impacting the live events industry and the government's commitment to tackle the issue.

    Ironing out the details

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 54:11


    Sean Farrington has the latest on the race to keep British Steel furnaces burning. And we dive into the gaming industry as Sony warns it will increase prices of its PlayStation.

    Steel & tariffs & rock & roll

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 53:21


    Sean Farrington has the latest on a pivotal moment for UK steelmaking.Elsewhere, markets continue to swing on adjustments to US tariff policy; we also talk to a record store about the swing to physical media.

    All Aboard the Tariff Train

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 52:47


    Felicity Hannah breaks down what Trump's tariffs could mean for the UK economy and we hear how the Black Workers Conference is tackling workplace inequality.

    Tariffs In Tariffs Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 51:38


    Will Bain gets the latest reaction to the markets after Trump puts a pause on some tariffs and we speak to a toy shop owner in California who says it's no longer fun and games.

    Tarrific

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 52:20


    Many businesses across the world will be waking up to new tariffs - Will Bain looks at how businesses are feeling and what the impact will be for them.

    Riding the tariffs rollercoaster

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 48:18


    Will Bain has the latest as President Trump says he isn't considering delaying tariffs. Plus, the UK boss of Ford announces new incentives for EV customers.

    Tariff turmoil continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 52:00


    Will Bain looks at the latest market reaction after President Trump's tariffs announcement. Plus, the government sets out its changes to the ZEV mandate.

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