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Roger Hearing looks at the economic impact of the first 100 days of the second Trump Presidency, as the US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the changing of policy around tariffs creates "strategic uncertainty" . We also hear from Mexicans deported from the US under the president's push on immigration. Meanwhile Mark Carney's Liberal Party wins the Canadian election. But what can Mr Carney do to deal with the tariff threat? We'll hear from one of Canada's leading industrialists. Plus the European court of Justice rules that Malta's 'Golden visa' scheme is illegal.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

Roger Hearing hears how a massive power cut has hit Spain and Portugal, along with parts of France. Spanish power grid operator Red Electrica said it was working with energy companies to restore power. Also - the impact of US tariffs begins to bite as there's a big downturn in goods arriving from China. The steepest rise in global spending on defence since the end of the Cold War - we'll find out who's buying what. Plus Kenya lifts a ban on licencing new commercial banks - and what are the economic issues as Canadians go to the polls? You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

As the ECB cuts interest rates again, it would take a “wait and see” approach on whether planned tariffs trigger inflation across the Eurozone.With gold prices hitting a new record high — how do you actually go about buying the precious metal?And in the age of AI, could the person you're interviewing for a job not be real? Roger Hearing explores the growing threat of deepfake job applicants.

The White House has insisted that President Trump's tariffs will make the United States richer, despite the falling value of the US dollar. We hear from Tomas Philipson, a former acting chairman of President Trump's Council of Economic Advisers. Also, a global deal to tackle shipping emissions has been agreed after nearly ten years of negotiations. The UN's maritime agency (the IMO) brokered the accord, which requires ship owners to use less carbon-intensive fuels or face a penalty. Roger Hearing speaks to IMO's secretary general, Arsenio Dominguez, about how it would work. And on Saturday, the UK is going to see an emergency recall of parliament when members had already departed for their Easter break, and they are recalled to discuss a law to take control of the Chinese-owned British Steel and save it from imminent closure.Throughout the programme, we'll be joined by two guests on opposite sides of the world – Peter Ryan, ABC's senior business correspondent, who's in Sydney, and Takara Small, national technology columnist for the CBC, who's in Toronto.

The White House has insisted that President Trump's tariffs will make the United States richer, despite the falling value of the US dollar. We hear from Tomas Philipson a former acting chairman of President Trump's Council of Economic Advisers. Also, a global deal to tackle shipping emissions has been agreed after nearly ten years of negotiations. The UN's maritime agency (the IMO) brokered the accord, which requires ship owners to use less carbon-intensive fuels or face a penalty. Roger Hearing speaks to IMO's secretary general, Arsenio Dominguez about how it would work. And final campaign rallies are taking place in Gabon ahead of Saturday's presidential election. The transitional leader, Brice Oligui Nguema, is widely seen as the favourite.

Roger Hearing is joined by Shoeb Kagda, an Indonesian journalist and Takara Small, national technology columnist for CBC in Toronto.Ukraine's President Zelensky says Russia is "lying" about the terms of their Black Sea ceasefire. Russia, in turn, insists that certain sanctions on banks, insurers, and food exporters must be lifted before the ceasefire takes effect.In Indonesia, why are academic performances among the lowest despite the government investing $31bn last year?Plus, would you pay $30 for a bread basket before your meal?

Ukraine's President Zelensky says Russia is "lying" about the terms of their Black Sea ceasefire. Russia, in turn, insists that certain sanctions on banks, insurers, and food exporters must be lifted before the ceasefire takes effect.Can reshoring work in Canada?Plus, why are consumers turning their backs on orange juice? Roger Hearing finds out.

Roger Hearing is joined by Peter Morici, Professor Emeritus at the University of Maryland in Virginia and Jyoti Malhotra, Editor-in-Chief at The Tribune in Chandigarh, India. President Trump said that any country buying oil or gas from Venezuela will pay a 25% tariff on trades with the US. He also said he may give some countries a tariff break.How has a Chinese electric vehicle company taken over Tesla? We hear from Tu Le, founder of Beijing-based advisory company Sino Auto Insights, and co-host of the 'China EVs & More' podcast.

President Trump said that any country buying oil or gas from Venezuela will pay a 25% tariff on trades with the US. He also said he may give some countries a tariff break.Why has a popular DNA testing firm filed for bankruptcy?Roger Hearing finds out how Chinese electric vehicle company, BYD overtook Tesla.

President Donald Trump promised to bring prices down, but egg and energy prices in the US rose by its highest for six months in January. What does it mean for consumers and interest-rates?Roger Hearing speaks to a giant Indian tyre maker on doing business in an America wedded to tariffs.And Brazil's plan to become a major exporter of... cannabis.The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

China complains to the World Trade Organisation about US President Donald Trump's tariffs, but with no active judging panel, does the WTO have the capabilities to intervene? As the growing trade war between the World's two leading economies hots up, Roger Hearing discusses whether the WTO has a future in adjudicating international trade disputes.Elsewhere, do you use artificial intelligence in your workplace? Or are you allowed to? We find out why some people are sneakily using AI tools without their managers approval. And a man from Indonesia has been hired as Japan's first-ever foreign bus driver. Does this show the Japanese government's new determination to let in more overseas workers? Global business news, with live guests and contributions from Asia and the USA.

China complains to the World Trade Organisation about Donald Trump's tariffs, but with no active judging panel, what can the WTO do?Roger Hearing discusses why the US Postal Service has U-turned after refusing to handle any parcels from China and Hong Kong, as well as the growing trade war between the World's two leading economies.Elsewhere, the issue of de-banking has been debated in the US Congress, so are financial institutions discriminating against certain groups or industries?And a man from Indonesia has been hired as Japan's first-ever foreign bus driver. Does this show the Japanese government's new determination to let in more overseas workers?The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

The US president Donald Trump has given the World Economic Forum in Davos his view of the global economy.Roger Hearing discusses the vision set out for the US economy to the assembled leaders at the summit in Switzerland, and we hear what US trade tariffs could mean for the Republic of Ireland's new government. Elsewhere, is Japan's central bank about to raise interest rates? Will the new $7bn compensation deal to those devastated by the US opioid epidemic see those who caused it really pay the price? And how much should you be charged to climb the world's highest mountain?Global business news, with live guests and contributions from Asia and the USA.

Elon Musk has made a rare break with the US president Donald Trump, criticizing the AI joint venture dubbed "Stargate" that was announced earlier this week.How the new immigration order will affect farmers in the US?Syria tells the world it's open for investment after the end of the Assad regime.And last year's winner of the Noble prize for Economics tells Roger Hearing about the future of the US economy under Donald Trump.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

A threat from Donald Trump to Russia - make a deal over Ukraine or face even fiercer sanctions. But how much fiercer can they get?Syria tells the world it's open for investment after the end of the Assad regime.And last year's winner of the Noble prize for Economics tells Roger Hearing about the future of the US economy under Donald Trump.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

As Russian gas supplies through Ukraine come to a halt, Moldova is left grappling with an energy crisis. Former Moldovan Deputy Prime Minister Nicu Popescu and energy expert Jaime Concha join Roger Hearing to discuss the country's options and the impact on the wider energy market.Plus after a challenging 2024, Australia's hospitality industry looks toward recovery in 2025. Wes Lambert of the Australian Restaurant & Café Association reflects on the struggles and opportunities for bars, restaurants, and cafes in the new year.

Ukraine's Energy Crisis: With temperatures already below zero, more than a million Ukrainians are without electricity due to recent attacks targeting the nation's energy infrastructure. Roger Hearing hears insights from Olga Khakova, deputy director for European energy security at the Atlantic Council's Global Energy Center.Brazil's Real fluctuates as doubts grow about the government's economic reforms. Our South America correspondent Ione Wells reports from São Paulo on investor concerns over President Lula's fiscal plans.India's economy is underperforming, with GDP growth of 5.4% instead of the expected 6.5%. Economist Janhanwi Singh of the Export-Import Bank of India shares her insights on this economic shift.And Yelp turns 20. The online review giant has shaped consumer decisions for two decades, amassing nearly 300 million reviews worldwide. Marketplace's Meghan McCarty Carino reflects on Yelp's influence and evolution.We want to hear your views. Contact us on WhatsApp or send a voice note to +44 330 678 3033.

Oil giant Shell wins ruling that it does not have to comply with specific targets to reduce its carbon emissions. Roger Hearing hears from our correspondent in the Hague, Anna Holligan, about what the ruling means for the industry. We find out how the wine industry is being impacted by extreme weather events and climate change. Plus we look at the rise and fall of the Bio-Tech company ‘23 and Me', as it's set to lay off 40% of its workforce

On today's programme, job growth and housing affordability are front and centre as Trump and Harris visit Michigan and Wisconsin. In Botswana, a new political era unfolds as the long-dominant ruling party is replaced, primarily due to falling global diamond demand. Also, what ever happened to the classic Tupperware party? And how much wealth exists worldwide? Roger Hearing is joined throughout the programme by Mandi Woodruff, Co-host of the Brown Ambition podcast - who's in New York, and Peter Ryan, ABC's senior business correspondent, also in New York.

The world's biggest economy added just 12,000 jobs last month, far below expectations and down from a revised 223,000 in September. At the same time, the level of unemployment hasn't risen, and consumer spending is up. So what does this mean for the election? Botswana is set to experience a shift in governing parties for the first time in nearly sixty years, largely attributed to a decline in global diamond demand. And just how much wealth exists in the world? Roger Hearing speaks to Dr Renaud Foucart who seems to have worked it out.

With the U.S. election in its final stretch, Roger Hearing examines how the economy might sway voters at the polls. Also on the programme, Boeing aims to resolve a costly strike by presenting a fresh offer to its main union. And we explore why concerns over AI costs are weighing down big tech. Roger Hearing is joined by Katia Dmitrieva, Bloomberg's Asia Economics Correspondent in Hong Kong, and Alexander Kaufman, a Senior Reporter for the Huffington Post in New York.

Trouble for Volkswagen as its profits drop and it clashes with unions over possible plant closures, Roger Hearing finds out more.The EU imposes tariffs on electric vehicle imports from China, and there are reports from Beijing that the government is pushing its carmakers not to invest in EU members who backed the tariffs.Britain's new Labour government sets out its first budget with big tax rises it says are needed to restore public services.And we hear from India about the traditional push to buy gold ahead of the Diwali festival.

The Paris Motor Show is dominated by talk about electric vehicles - how to encourage European brands against Chinese competition?The UK gathers global investors to show Britain is open for business - but is Keir Starmer's administration going to attract what it needs?Also, Roger Hearing is talking to one of the winners of this year's Nobel prize for Economics about why poor nations are poor.And we'll hear about the dangers for women in India who work at night.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We would love to hear from you!

Boeing cuts 17,000 jobs, scaling back 10% of its workforce. Roger Hearing finds out what this means for the embattled aviation maker.Elsewhere, in China, all eyes are on the new government stimulus package aimed at boosting the slowing economy.We also dig into the U.S election, and whether Florida can afford a large scale rebuilding program after hurricane MiltonAnd finally, the Authors Guild is working on a new certification for books to distinguish work authored by humans from that produced by AI…

A growing trade war between China and the European Union heats up as China imposes tariffs on brandy imports.Also, Roger Hearing hears from the boss of Uber on the advantages of cheap Chinese electric cars…And Chile sees a welcome drop in prices at the till.Across to the US and The BBC's Rowan Bridge has been to the city of Baltimore to find out if its 1 dollar home scheme is the key to invigorating a place…

A lifeline for the Maldives as India signs a currency swap deal worth four hundred million dollars to help the island nation overcome mounting economic problems.Also, Roger Hearing looks at how employment in the tech sector in the US could affect the outcome of the election there next month.We look at what's behind the drop in German economic output.And Vietnam's remarkable growth rate, despite last month's devastating typhoon - is it sustainable?

Japan's new PM has called an early election. Roger Hearing hears how the markets reacted to the surprise win of Shigeru Ishiba in the race to become president of the Liberal Democratic Party. The auto company Stellantis which owns Aston Martin, Peugeot, Citroen, Fiat and Jeep has become the latest European car manufacturer to issue a profit warning And global rice prices have been falling on Monday, following India's recent decision to resume exports.

Under the shadow of conflict is normal life possible in Lebanon? The country has had a major economic crisis for almost a decade, and there is growing fear of escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. We hear from Lebanon's business community on the challenges of working under the shadow of increasing violence.Roger Hearing looks at the ongoing legal dispute between Brazil and the social media platform X. The company, which has more than 22 million users in Brazil, has appointed a new lawyer who has told the BBC that the company has decided to comply with all the court orders. And in Japan, Nintendo and its partner The Pokémon Company have filed a legal case against the maker of the hit adventure game Palworld over alleged patent infringement.Roger is joined by Emily Feng NPR's international correspondent in Taipei and Alexander Kaufman, senior reporter at HuffPost.

Under the shadow of conflict is normal life possible in Lebanon? The country has had a major economic crisis for almost a decade, and there is growing fear of escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. We hear from Lebanon's business community on the challenges of working under the shadow of increasing violence.Also, in the programme, Roger Hearing looks at the ongoing legal dispute between Brazil and the social media platform X. The company, which has more than 22 million users in Brazil, has appointed a new lawyer who has told the BBC that the company has decided to comply with all the court orders. Elsewhere, the sportswear brand Nike has just announced its CEO John Donahoe will retire next month and will be replaced by Elliott Hill, a veteran former Nike executive.

The US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, visits Haiti. The country is under a state of emergency as gangs try to expand their control over the capital, and other regions. We get the latest. As Elon Musk's X is banned in Brazil, rival BlueSky gains ground in the South American nation. We talk to its CEO, Jay Graber. Four years after being left paralysed by the Covid-19 pandemic, has the cruise ship industry fully recovered? We find out.And we get an insight on how airplane seats are made.Roger Hearing discusses these and more business stories with two guests on opposite sides of the world: Emily Peck, markets correspondent for Axios, in New York, and James Mayger, Bloomberg's senior reporter, in Beijing.

What does the willingness of Americans to go out and spend mean for the rest of the world? Meanwhile, there are concerns about the jobs market. Also, in the programme, Roger Hearing finds out why Estonia's justice minister wants to rent out unoccupied prison cells. And as Paris 2024 gets underway, we ask are Paralympic athletes getting the financial sponsorship they need?

The Pentagon says an oil tanker in the Red Sea which was recently attacked by Yemen's Houthi rebels is still on fire and appears to be leaking oil. The tanker was carrying about 1 million barrels of crude oil and this can put the fishing grounds and lead Yemen to the biggest famine of the 21st century.Also, in the programme, Roger Hearing talks about the rise in the US consumer confidence, and he finds out why Estonian authorities are planning to rent prison cells.

We hear how the Democratic presidential nominee has supercharged the party's fundraising, as she prepares to address its National Convention. Also, Canada's government has moved swiftly to end a dispute which halted freight trains. And how Apple will let users in the European Union choose default apps.Roger Hearing is joined by Alison Van Diggelen, host of the Fresh Dialogues interview series in Silicon Valley, and Han Lin, China Country Director at the Asia Group in Shanghai.

Fedecamara, the Venezuelan Federation of Chambers of Commerce, calls for transparency in election results to help businesses recover markets' trust and attract foreign investment. We talk to its president, Adan Celis. Voiceover and movement actors continue striking in the US. They want the videogame industry to agree to pay performers when their work is used by AI to generate new scenes. We hear from one of the union's negotiators. Colombian policymakers are pushing a bill to ban merchandise featuring the late drug lord Pablo Escobar, who has become a local attraction for international tourists in the last decade. We hear about the consequences this could have on tourism. Roger Hearing discusses these and mores business stories with two guests on opposite sides of the world: Peter Ryan, ABC's senior business correspondent in Sydney, and Gaby Castro-Fontoura, the Director of Sunny Sky Solutions consultancy in Punta del Este, Uruguay.

Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is sworn in as leader of Bangladesh's interim government days after Former Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina fled across the border to India. We get the latest. As US voters prepare to elect their new president, the cost of housing remains one of the main topics in the agenda. We take a look at the challenges Americans face to get on the property ladder. And Nasa is rushing to bring back to Earth two astronauts who blasted off on a test mission to the International Space Station, and whose spaceship is now considered unsafe for the trip back home. We hear how Elon Musk's SpaceX might have the solution to Nasa's problem. Roger Hearing discusses these and more business stories with two guests on opposite sides of the world: Zyma Islam, a journalist for The Daily Star in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and Alexander Kaufman, a senior reporter with the Huffington Post in New York.

The Harris campaigned has raised $36m the day after announcing Walz as her running mate. As they both head to Detroit for their latest rally Roger Hearing finds out how far their momentum is going in the swing state of Michigan.We hear how a tribe who live in the Bolivian rainforest may live a far healthier life than people with far more material wealth.And how much do Olympians really get paid if they win a gold, silver or bronze medal?

The runaway success of Disney's Inside Out 2 has helped boost the entertainment giant's profits, but there are troubles elsewhere in the Magic Kingdom. Roger Hearing will be finding out why consumer demand seems to be slowing. We hear how a tribe who live in the Bolivian rainforest may live a far healthier life than people with far more material wealth.And how much do Olympians really get paid if they win a gold, silver or bronze medal?

It's a race against time in the Philippines as officials rush to contain what could be the worst oil spill in the country's history.The US has reported a growth rate of 2.8% so is it enough to signal the end of fears about a recession? Roger Hearing speaks to Bonnie Wilson, Associate Professor, Department of Economics at Saint Louis University.Also find out why Donald Trump takes centre stage at this years Bitcoin conference. We find out why Mr Trump wasn't always the staunch crypto supporter he is today.And, why has a cartoon sequel about emotions become the highest-grossing animated film of all time?

The US has reported a growth rate of 2.8% so is it enough to signal the end of fears about a recession? Roger Hearing speaks to Bonnie Wilson, Associate Professor, Department of Economics at Saint Louis University.Also find out why Donald Trump takes centre stage at this years Bitcoin conference. We find out why Mr Trump wasn't always the staunch crypto supporter he is today.And, Venezuela's presidential election takes place this Sunday, with a unified opposition hoping to remove President Nicolas Maduro from power. Catherine Ellis reports from the town of Barquisimeto

Donald Trump's recent comments suggesting Taiwan should pay for its own defence have sent shockwaves through global markets, leading to a significant drop in semiconductor stocks.In the UK, the King's Speech in Parliament has proposed a dramatic shift in the transportation sector by suggesting the nationalisation of the railways. And presenter Roger Hearing dives into the world of sports as the WNBA finalises its next national media rights package, set to bring in approximately $2.2 billion over the next 11 years.

After a three-day strike at the world's largest maker of semiconductors, smartphones and TVs, the labour union at Samsung Electronics in South Korea has declared an indefinite strike.The union, which has 30,000 members, claims the strike has impacted production, but Samsung denies this. We hear from Professor Daejong Kim from the Graduate School of Business at Sejong University.Also, Roger Hearing finds out why India's prime minister Narendra Modi is visiting Austria and why the global alcohol industry is obsessed with celebrity-owned drinks.

In a 6-3 vote, the US Supreme Court killed a legal precedent that conservatives have attacked for decades, known as the "Chevron deference". The court decided in 1984 that judges should defer to federal agencies in interpreting ambiguous parts of statutes. However, from now on the courts alone will decide. Roger Hearing speaks to our reporter Nada Tawfik who tells us more about the Chevron Deference and a scientist who is among those opposing the judgement.As Iran votes in a new president, what are the economic challenges the new man will face? Kenyan police have arrived in Haiti to try to tackle the endemic gang violence there - a Haitian professor tells us what difference they're likely to make. We hear from a gang leader and Professor in Haiti. And it was the busiest day ever for American air travel - a big post-covid recovery - but do the airlines and airports have enough capacity?

In Bolivia, factions of the military have attempted to enter the presidential palace in what's being described as an attempted coup. We dig into what might be behind the movement. Elsewhere, Roger Hearing looks at the latest in Kenya following deadly riots. And we hear from the Dubai boss of one of the world's largest free trade areas, who has defended its policy to continue trading even with countries locked in conflict.

Citroen CEO Thierry Koskas tells the BBC about its plans to compete with Chinese manufacturers, and why it's "confident" it can beat them on home turf.Elsewhere, Roger Hearing looks at whether Nvidia - now the world's most valuable company - is in a price bubble. And he hears from South Africa's new coalition about plans to boost the country's economy.

Russian leader Vladimir Putin is in North Korea for his first talks there in almost a quarter of a century. We hear what two of the world's most sanctioned nations have to offer each other's economies.Roger Hearing finds out why Boeing's CEO is likely to get a grilling when he appears before the US Senate.With another US electric vehicle start-up filing for bankruptcy, what does it mean for the industry? Meanwhile, how can a new AI tool help fruit growers improve their profits by predicting their harvest?The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

The economist Thomas Piketty – author of international bestseller Capital in the Twenty-First Century – joins Roger Hearing to discuss the upcoming French elections, as fears of a far right election win make markets nervous.We also take a look at the world's second largest economy, China. Its premier Li Qiang is on a visit to Australia to try to repair a fractured relationship that has caused major problems for trade. Meanwhile China seems poised to impose tariffs on EU pork - is this just retaliation for tariffs on Chinese electric cars?

The G7 is a group of the world's most powerful and economically advanced democracies, and G7 leaders have now arrived for a summit in Italy. Top of the agenda is a plan to use fifty billion dollars in interest from frozen Russian assets as a loan for Ukraine.And Russia penalised by new Western sanctions - this time aimed at the Moscow stock exchange. But will any of it really hurt the Russian economy?Roger Hearing also finds out why Spanish restaurant workers under pressure because everybody eats so late.

Germany's post-Covid recovery has not gone as planned, according to a damning new report by the country's commerce chamber.Elsewhere, Roger Hearing looks at news reports that the US is planning to sue Ticketmaster-owner Live Nation over anti-competitive practices. And we look inside the first state visit by an African leader to the US in over 15 years.

China's real estate industry is facing major financial problems, leaving many empty or half-finished unused buildings. One of China's largest real-estate companies, Country Garden of the verge of liquidation. Also, Roger Hearing finds out what's happening with businesses in New Caledonia. And we hear how the economic growth in India affecting people's life.

America's top diplomat and the Chinese president have held talks in Beijing as both sides seek to stabilise relations. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that Washington will act if China does not stop supplying Russia with items used in its assault on Ukraine.Also, in the programme, Roger Hearing finds out how Egypt authorities dealing with the inflation and who created World biggest 3D printer.