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President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that creates a “voluntary framework” for the US to gain early access to cutting-edge AI models, and the conviction of short seller Andrew Left may change how investors take positions. Plus, gold has overtaken US Treasuries as the world's top reserve asset, and we'll look at how Deutsche Bank moved past its reputation as the sick bank of Europe. Mentioned in this podcast:Donald Trump signs watered-down AI vetting order after Maga infightingShort seller Andrew Left found guilty of securities fraudGold replaces US Treasuries as world's top reserve asset, ECB saysHow Deutsche Bank learned to stop chasing AmericaShipping tycoon prefers $200,000 fee to cross Strait of Hormuz to ‘this hassle'Want to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts The FT News Briefing is produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, Saffeya Ahmed, Katya Kumkova, and Fiona Symon. It was edited and hosted by Marc Filippino. Our show is mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our intern is Cole van Miltenburg. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Intel wants to challenge rivals with a new AI chip, young people are sceptical of artificial intelligence, the inflation shock from the US-Israeli war on Iran is set to fall short of the 2022 price surge, and the EU is worried as China builds an industrial base in Morocco. Plus, Colombians went to the polls yesterday to vote for their next president. Mentioned in this podcast:Intel targets Nvidia with new AI chip by year end‘More harmful than helpful': young people sour on AIIran war inflation shock set to fall short of 2022 surgeEU frets as China builds an industrial base in MoroccoColombia vote to deliver verdict on leftist experimentWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig. It was produced by Katya Kumkova and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In more than two-thirds of the world, the average number of children born to each woman has fallen below the “replacement rate”. Employment, home ownership and education are still big factors. But increasingly, so are mobile phones.Mentioned in this podcast:Why birth rates are falling everywhere all at onceCredit: The Columbus DispatchWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Marc Filippino. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Flo Phillips is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The cost for companies to circumvent shipping through the Strait of Hormuz is reaching record levels, and the world is bracing for an energy cliff edge this summer as the US-Iran war continues. But the war hasn't deterred investment firms from betting on the Middle East, and we have an update on the UK's political turmoil.Mentioned in this podcast:Sweeping the strait: the companies gearing up to clear the Gulf of minesGulf freight rates jump as shipping companies turn to trucks to move cargoWhat life is like on the stranded ships of the GulfIran energy crisis enters new phase as peak summer season loomsInvestment firms look beyond Iran war to expand in Middle EastLabour reopens Brexit debateIs being prime minister now an impossible job?Political Fix podcastWant to get in touch? Email us at podcasts@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Katya Kumkova and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A gas shipment made it through the Strait of Hormuz as European oil majors cash in billions from the US-Israeli war on Iran, airlines across Europe are cutting prices for summer flights despite a potential jet fuel shortage, and bond giant Pimco says the war could prompt the Federal Reserve to raise rates. Plus, the FT's Lucy Fisher explains what to expect from a make-or-break speech by UK prime minister Keir Starmer today. Mentioned in this podcast:Qatari gas shipment clears Strait of Hormuz after Pakistan-Iran talksEuro oil majors make billions off war Coal shipments jump as countries seek alternatives to disrupted gas suppliesAirlines cut prices to entice holiday bookers worried about jet fuelIran war could prompt Federal Reserve to raise rates, Pimco saysStarmer faces fight for survival as calls to resign escalateBritain's elections in maps and chartsPolitical Fix podcast Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Katya Kumkova, Marc Filippino and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Big Tech groups are expected to generate the smallest amount of cash in more than a decade this year, and investors are dumping Indian assets. Plus, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen, has set his sights on his next project: a huge leveraged buyout of eBay.Mentioned in this podcast:Big Tech's $725bn AI spending spree sends cash flows to decade lowInvestors dump Indian assets as energy shock sends rupee slidingCan the meme stock king pull off audacious eBay swoop?Political Fix podcastNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Katya Kumkova, Saffeya Ahmed, and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Credit: CNBCRead a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We tally the impact of war on industries around the globe as the conflict in Iran stretches into its third month. Plus, Britain braces for voters to deliver a potentially seismic change to the political system. And, though many industries are preparing to deal with shortages caused by the Strait of Hormuz closure, the US and Europe have a glut of milk.Mentioned in this podcast:Airlines slash flights as fuel shortage fears mountUAE fertiliser giant resorts to trucks to shift product out of GulfDetroit carmakers warn of $5bn commodities shock due to Iran warExxon and Chevron defy Trump pressure to boost oil productionOil market one month from crunch point as global stockpiles dwindleTrump's war in Iran leaves US with sharpest fuel shock in G7Political Fix: Labour braces for ballot box bloodbathThe land of milk and no money: UK farmers are in a fixNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig and produced by Marc Filippino and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apple delivered another quarter of strong sales growth driven by what the tech giant called its “most popular” iPhone model ever, and we explore how some of the world's biggest central banks are dealing with the energy shock from the Iran war. Plus, can Tinder win women back to its platform, and why the UK's local elections next week will be a big test for the Labour government. Mentioned in this podcast:Apple credits ‘most popular' ever iPhone for booming sales​​ECB and BoE warn of rate rises as they grapple with Middle East shockCan Tinder win back women?What Labour's likely meltdown means for the UKNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Victoria Craig, Fiona Symon, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meta said it would boost its spending on AI this year, and Jay Powell says he will stay on as a Federal Reserve governor once his term as chair ends. Plus, the special relationship between the UK and US held up under intense pressure, and defence stocks are struggling despite the US and Israel's war in Iran. Oil jumps to almost $120 as Trump signals extended Hormuz stand-offFed chair nominee Kevin Warsh secures Senate committee approvalOil surge divides US central bank as Jay Powell's term at helm draws to a closeAmerica's special relationship is ‘probably Israel', says UK ambassador to USKing Charles defends transatlantic relationship in speech to CongressDefence stocks give back gains as investors buy rumour but sell warPolitical Fix podcastCredit: C-SPAN, Federal ReserveNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Federal regulators launched a probe into all Disney-owned TV stations after a late-night comedian made a joke about First Lady Melania Trump, and emerging market stocks have recovered all of their losses from the early stages of the Iran war to hit an all-time high, and the United Arab Emirates is leaving Opec after 60 years. Plus, the FT's Bita Ghaffari in Tehran details life inside Iran's blackout that's been in place since the US and Israel attacked at the end of February. Mentioned in this podcast:Trump administration launches Disney probe after Jimmy Kimmel's Melania jokeEmerging market stocks hit record high as Asian chipmakers surgeUAE to leave Opec in blow to oil cartelLife inside Iran's internet blackoutCredit: Jimmy Kimmel Live!Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Victoria Craig, Saffeya Ahmed, and Fiona Symon. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump said he's sending senior officials to Pakistan for new negotiations with Iran, the European Commission will encourage remote working and public transport subsidies to cut fossil fuel use, and FTSE 100 companies boosted chief executives' pay by almost a fifth in the past year. Plus, there's a new craze hitting Wall Street: super-charged tax-loss harvesting. Mentioned in this podcast:Donald Trump to send US officials to Pakistan for fresh peace talks with IranBrussels pushes remote working to ease energy crisisFTSE bosses receive 18% pay bump this year in global fight for talentThe tax-focused hedge fund craze taking over Wall StreetNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Global oil markets have faced historic disruption since the Iran war began in February. The FT's Jamie Smyth speaks with shale pioneer Scott Sheffield and his son Bryan about energy security and why the crisis could reshape the future for oil and gas. Mentioned in this podcast:Trump administration urges US oil bosses to increase drillingFracking pioneers look overseas as US shale revolution goes global ‘As big as Saudi Arabia': the Permian oilman who sold Pioneer to Exxon Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts This episode was hosted and produced by Michela Tindera. It was edited by Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallman. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

President Donald Trump said Lebanon and Israel had agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, the US Treasury's status as the world's lowest-cost dollar borrower is facing a fresh challenge, and Netflix's chair and founder is stepping down. Plus, Iran secretly acquired a Chinese spy satellite that has helped it target US military bases across the Middle East during the war, and shares in the world's biggest chocolate maker aren't looking so sweet.Mentioned in this podcast:Israel and Lebanon agree 10-day ceasefire, Trump saysUS's status as lowest-cost dollar borrower challenged as investors shun Trump riskNetflix founder Reed Hastings to step down from boardIran used Chinese spy satellite to target US basesShares at world's biggest chocolate maker Barry Callebaut plunge as cocoa prices collapseCredit: BBCNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed, Victoria Craig, and Fiona Symon. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, David da Silva, and Michela Tindera. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gulf monarchies raised almost $10bn in private sales of bonds this month, oil shortages are coming if the Strait of Hormuz stays closed, and US President Donald Trump has renewed his threat to fire Federal Reserve chair Jay Powell. Plus, a second China shock is hitting the global economy, and Allbirds is pivoting from wool sneakers to AI. Mentioned in this podcast:Gulf states turn to private deals in $10bn wartime borrowing spreeOil shortages are coming, and with them some difficult questionsTrump threatens to fire Jay Powell and refuses to halt criminal probeChina shock 2.0: the flood of high-tech goods that will change the worldAllbirds is turning into an AI compute provider, because of course it isNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed, Fiona Simon and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ships are altering course as the US Navy's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz continues into its third day, and PwC plans to overhaul its global consulting business. Plus, insurers are turning to catastrophe bonds to cover data centres, and AI chatbots aren't a substitute for doctors when it comes to medical diagnoses. Mentioned in this podcast:Strait of Hormuz tankers stop or turn around amid US blockadeIran war could slow global growth to weakest since pandemic, IMF warnsUS pushing Iran to agree 20-year moratorium on nuclear activityPwC plans overhaul of global consulting businessInsurers turn to catastrophe bonds to offload data centre risksAI chatbots misdiagnose in over 80% of early medical cases, study findsNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hungary's prime minister Viktor Orbán concedes, US President Donald Trump says America will launch a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after peace talks with Iran failed, and Wall Street banks are set to report trading revenues of more than $40bn for the first quarter. Plus, Meta is building an AI version of its CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Mentioned in this podcast:Hungary's Orbán concedes defeat as opposition heads for landslide winTrump announces naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz as Iran peace talks failFees for seas: a history of taxing waterwaysWall Street banks set to report $40bn trading haul as war rekindles volatilityMeta builds AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to interact with staffCredit: DWS News Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed and Julia Webster. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a standstill, sales of used electric vehicles are surging in the US, and the International Monetary Fund is warning that the war's shocks will be felt by the global economy for a while. Plus, the FT's Marton Dunai gives a rundown of the upcoming Hungarian elections. Mentioned in this podcast:OECD urges governments to rapidly unwind costly fuel duty cutsRefineries rush to secure oil cargoes as Iran maintains grip on HormuzSales of used EVs surge in US as petrol prices pass $4 a gallonWho is Péter Magyar, Viktor Orbán's nemesis?Donald Trump and JD Vance back Viktor Orbán ahead of Hungary's electionCredit: AP Archive, C-SPAN, Reuters Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Middle East ceasefire is strained, the FT's Jamie Smyth explains how the uncertainty is hitting oil markets and Pakistan has become a mediator between the US and Iran. Plus, the data chief of the NHS has vowed to ignore controversy about Palantir while setting out plans to deeper embed the US company's technology.Mentioned in this podcast:Middle East ceasefire under pressure over Israeli strikes on LebanonSaudi Arabia's key east-west oil pipeline hit as Middle East energy attacks continueIran demands crypto fees for ships passing Hormuz during ceasefireWhite House pushed Pakistan to broker temporary Iran ceasefireNHS data chief pushes for deeper rollout of Palantir technology despite outcryNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, and Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump said he would “suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks” subject to Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, hedge funds made record bets against European stocks, Turkey has sold or loaned out $20bn of gold since the outbreak of the Iran war, and a project for a German warship has turned into a defence procurement disaster. Plus, four astronauts made a historic trip around the Moon.Mentioned in this podcast:Middle East live blogHedge funds make record bets against European stocksEurope's rearmament meets reality: the story of a failed frigate projectTurkey's gold sales deepen bullion slumpArtemis II astronauts head back to Earth after record-breaking Moon tripCredit: CNN, NBC New York Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a special edition of the FT News Briefing, reporter Guy Chazan explains the cost of US President Donald Trump's immigration crackdown. We hear from business owners and people affected by the policies in the Rio Grande Valley of south Texas.Mentioned in this podcast:The economic cost of Trump's migrant crackdownSources: White House, Fox, ABCNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig and produced by Marc Filippino. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump updated Americans on the war in Iran, and Chinese government bonds have sidestepped a global debt sell-off since the start of Washington's conflict with Tehran. Plus, in part four of our tariff anniversary series, the FT's Gideon Rachman explains how Trump's tariffs reshaped the geopolitical landscape. Mentioned in this podcast:Donald Trump offers mixed messages on war in IranChinese government bonds emerge as lone war havenListen to the FT News Briefing's tariffs series hereNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann andD avid da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Foreign central banks have slashed their holdings of Treasuries at the New York Federal Reserve to the lowest level since 2012, and a preliminary estimate showed that Eurozone inflation jumped to 2.5 per cent in March. Plus, we hear from two small US business owners about how they have navigated a year of President Donald Trump's tariffs. Mentioned in this podcast:Foreign central banks sell US Treasuries in wake of Iran warThe ECB's three-pronged monetary strategyTrump tariff tracker: US trade, markets and the economyListen to the FT News Briefing's tariffs series hereChris Giles on Central BanksNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, Saffeya Ahmed, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kent Militzer. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Swiss lawmakers have assured senior UBS executives that they will water down stringent new rules and the Trump administration took its first step in opening the more than $10tn US retirement marketplace to private markets. Plus, as part of our series marking one year since so-called Liberation Day, the FT's Stefania Palma explains the rocky legal future of US tariffs. Mentioned in this podcast:Swiss lawmakers signal compromise on $22bn UBS capital planTrump to take first steps in opening retirement funds to private marketsThe Supreme Court sends tariffs on a turbulent descentListen to the FT News Briefing's tariffs series hereNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump has said he wants to ‘take the oil in Iran' and could seize the export hub of Kharg Island. Uncertainty about what happens next in the war is sending nervousness through global markets. Plus, this week marks one year since President Trump's so-called Liberation Day announcement. How has the global trade landscape changed since then?Mentioned in this podcast:Donald Trump says US could ‘take the oil in Iran'Global markets recoil as Marco Rubio warns war in Iran could stretch for weeksUS bond market shows signs of strain as Iran war sparks Treasury tumultHow has the global economy changed since ‘liberation day'? Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig and produced by Nisha Patel and Marc Filippinio. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The United Arab Emirates has told allies that it would participate in a multinational maritime task force intended to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and Hong Kong is weighing tax cuts for asset managers. Plus, London has embraced a controversial form of energy production: burning rubbish. Mentioned in this podcast:UAE pushes for international force to reopen HormuzHong Kong weighs ‘big bang' tax cuts for asset managers‘It's good business': how London became an ‘energy from waste' capitalNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Mischa Frankl-Duval, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran's top military leadership dismissed Donald Trump's claims that the Islamic republic was ready to make a deal, the US president appears to make abrupt policy pivots based on swings in oil prices, and the EU's trade commissioner says time is running out to stop the World Trade Organization from fading into irrelevance. Plus, how worried should investors be about the caps on redemptions at private credit funds?Mentioned in this podcast:Iran's military leaders dismiss Donald Trump's deal claimsIran war tests Donald Trump's tolerance for ‘pain' in oil marketMeta and Google liable for social media harm to children's mental health in landmark US caseWTO risks sliding into irrelevance, EU trade commissioner warnsPrivate credit's game of footsie is getting riskierAres limits withdrawals from $10.7bn private credit fundNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Henry Larson, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sources tell the FT that Pakistan is positioning itself as the lead mediator trying to broker an end to the US's and Israel's war against Iran, and the US ambassador to the EU says the bloc must implement its trade deal with the US or risk losing its “favourable” access to liquefied natural gas shipments from American exporters. Plus, carmakers are panic buying aluminium because of the Middle East conflict, and some Israeli opposition parties are being surprisingly hawkish on Iran.Mentioned in this podcast:Pakistan steps up as go-between in Trump's Iran crisisUS warns EU to pass trade deal or risk losing ‘favourable' access to LNGCarmakers rush to secure aluminium as Middle East war hits supplyBenjamin Netanyahu's rivals compete to outdo him over IranNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The World Food Project warns millions more could be pushed into acute hunger if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed. Plus, energy executives meet in Houston as war in Iran rages, and China pitches itself as a “harbour of stability” to global CEOs. And Trump escalates his rhetoric on Cuba, raising fears of U.S.-Cuba confrontation.Mentioned in this podcast:Piles of wheat and canned food stuck in transit as Iran war disrupts aidIran war is the greatest threat to global energy ‘in history', warns IEACanada's oil producers in line for C$90bn windfall from Iran war China touts itself as ‘harbour of stability' amid Iran war Cuba hit by second nationwide power outage in a weekCredit: NBCNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Julia Webster and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Investors sounded the alarm on Thursday after a major Qatar gas facility took serious damage, and amateur traders are going wild for five-minute bets. Mentioned in this podcast:‘Armageddon scenario' for gas markets as Qatar hit by missilesFive-minute bets are the new craze sweeping crypto marketsStocks and bonds tumble as investors price in ‘protracted energy shock'CERAWeek conferenceNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US has relaxed sanctions on Venezuela's state-owned oil group Petróleos de Venezuela and the Federal Reserve has stuck with plans to cut rates later this year. Plus, Walmart won patents to give algorithms more sway over prices and fears of an immediate escalation in the conflict between Afghanistan and Pakistan have eased.Mentioned in this podcast:Federal Reserve chief Jay Powell says Iran oil crisis will worsen US inflationPakistan and Afghanistan pause hostilities after Kabul hospital attackWalmart wins patents to give algorithms more sway over pricesUS relaxes sanctions on Venezuela's PDVSA amid global energy squeezeSend us your tariff story: marc.filippino@ft.comCredit: Federal ReserveNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson, and produced by Fiona Symon and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The FT's Gideon Rachman explains what the Strait of Hormuz's closure means strategically for Iran, Italy's UniCredit has launched a €35bn takeover offer for Commerzbank and China's oil stockpile is put to the test as the strait remains closed. Plus, scientists have identified a potential new type of planet.Mentioned in this podcast:Why Hormuz will haunt us long after this war endsBiggest Nato allies reject Trump's Hormuz armada demandUniCredit launches €35bn Commerzbank takeover offerIran war tests Xi Jinping's plan to build China's stockpilesHellish new planet identified beyond solar systemNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson, and produced by Marc Filippino, Saffeya Ahmed, and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Kent Militzer. Additional help from Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donald Trump warned Nato faces a “very bad” future if US allies fail to assist in opening up the Strait of Hormuz, and though oil prices have breached $100 per barrel, America's shale producers aren't celebrating. Plus, wealthy individuals have sought to pull more than $10bn from some of the largest private credit funds in the first quarter. And, what to expect from eight central bank meetings this week. Mentioned in this podcast:Donald Trump warns Nato faces ‘very bad future' if allies fail to help US in IranEU ministers to discuss possible naval options for Strait of HormuzWhy America's shale patch is not celebrating $100 oilRich investors seek to pull billions from private credit funds Iran war reawakens global inflation fearsNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Julia Webster. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gulf oil producers have lost billions of dollars in energy revenues since the start of the US-Iran war, but there is one country benefiting: Russia. It is earning as much as $150mn a day in extra budget revenues from its oil sales. Plus, the FT's defence and security correspondent Charles Clover explains what may come next in the conflict. Mentioned in this podcast:Gulf states lose $15bn in energy revenues since start of warIran's new supreme leader vows to keep Strait of Hormuz closed‘Sitting ducks': oil tankers trapped in Gulf as Iran widens attacks on shippingRussia rakes in $150mn a day in extra revenue from surging oil pricesNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson, and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Kent Militzer. Additional help from Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The International Energy Agency has launched the largest release of strategic oil reserves in its history, investors have sought shelter from the turmoil of the war in Iran in US tech stocks and US inflation held steady at 2.4 per cent in February. Plus, the war has threatened the Indian economy's “Goldilocks” combination of strong growth and low inflation. Mentioned in this podcast:IEA releases record oil reserves to counter Iran war energy shockInvestors seek shelter from Iran war in US tech stocksUS inflation holds steady at 2.4% in FebruaryIran war threatens India's ‘Goldilocks' economyThe ‘number station' sending mystery messages to IranNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Kent Militzer. Additional help from Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oracle's shares climbed 9 per cent on Tuesday after the database group posted better than expected earnings, and we discuss how American businesses are navigating soaring energy prices. Plus, the higher costs to insure tankers traversing the Strait of Hormuz, and the FT's Antoine Gara explains why investors are ditching private credit funds. Mentioned in this podcast:Oracle shares rally on strong revenue forecast from AI data centresSoaring fuel prices expected to cast long shadow across US economyLloyd's of London says it will still insure ‘basically anyone' in the GulfInvestors ditch private credit funds on rising worries over bad loansRetail investors shun private credit funds after Blue Owl gatingNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, Sonja Hutson and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Kent Militzer. Additional help from David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iran names Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's son, Mojtaba Khamenei, as the new supreme leader. Plus, global central bankers are eying the jump in crude prices and the impact on inflation, and Gulf businesses seek more insurance coverage as the war in Iran continues. And, fears of food price spikes are growing.Mentioned in this podcast:Mojtaba Khamenei becomes Iran's supreme leaderOil surges past $100 a barrel for the first time in four yearsQatar warns war will force Gulf to stop energy exports ‘within days'Iran war muddles expectations of likely Federal Reserve interest rate cutsFertiliser disruption from Iran conflict prompts global food shortage warningsNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Julia Webster. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As insurance costs rocket for shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, Asian countries brace for an energy shock. The rapid expansion of American-owned data centres in the Middle East has opened up a new front for Iran's retaliation against the US. Plus, Donald Trump fires the head of the US Department of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, and the FT's Joshua Franklin explains what JPMorgan wants with an historic New York City hotel. Mentioned in this podcast:Industry casts doubt on Trump plan to insure Gulf oil tankers as Iran war halts transitAsia's big economies brace for Iran war energy shock Donald Trump fires controversial homeland security secretary Kristi NoemPakistan thwarts JPMorgan's efforts to buy historic New York hotelNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Saffeya Ahmed and Marc Filippino. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Israel expects war against Iran to last weeks and Ayatollah Khamenei's son emerges as a leading candidate for supreme leader. Plus, the Federal Reserve grants crypto exchange Kraken access to its core payments system, inside the collapse of UK property lender Market Financial Solutions, and US Treasury secretary Scott Bessent says the new 15% tariff rate could start this week. Mentioned in this podcast:Ali Khamenei's son Mojtaba emerges as a leading candidate for supreme leader of IranGulf insurance costs soar 12-fold despite Trump guaranteeFederal Reserve grants Kraken access to payments system in first for crypto groupCollapse of UK property lender sends shockwaves through Wall StreetScott Bessent says 15% global tariff ‘likely' to be imposed this weekSend your tariffs stories to marc.filippino@ft.comNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, and Henry Larson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gas prices have soared on the back of the war in the Middle East, and US president Donald Trump criticised some European nations for not being helpful in the conflict. Plus, the ongoing crisis is disrupting precious-metals trade, and China will unveil its five-year plan during the National People's Congress meeting on Thursday. Mentioned in this podcast:Trump threatens to cut trade with ‘terrible' Spain and calls Starmer ‘no Churchill'China's cadres advocate end to overtime to encourage people to have familiesBrussels urges calm as Iran crisis sends European gas prices soaringGold and silver flows disrupted as Iran conflict grounds flightsNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon and Saffeya Ahmed. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The world is reeling after the US and Israel struck Iran over the weekend. The FT's Najmeh Bozorgmehr details the situation on the ground in Tehran. Then we explore how the renewed conflict affects the United States and the Middle East. Plus, the FT's Malcolm Moore explains the potential implications for the oil market and the global economy. Mentioned in this podcast:What will war in Iran do to the global economy?Tehran: a city at warOil jumps as Donald Trump vows to continue striking IranInsurers to cancel policies and raise prices for ships in Gulf and Strait of HormuzAyatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's supreme leader, 1939-2026After Khamenei, who rules Iran?Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig and edited by Marc Filippino. It was produced by Julia Webster. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paramount Skydance is poised to triumph in its bid to buy Warner Bros Discovery after Netflix said it would not boost its offer, tech companies are increasingly turning to loans backed by the chips on which their large language models are trained and the FT's George Steer explains how Wall Street is hedging against the tech stock sell-off . Plus, Berkshire Hathaway's new chief executive will send his first letter to investors on Saturday. Mentioned in this podcast:Paramount poised to clinch Warner Bros deal after Netflix walks awayTech groups turn to more chip-backed loans to fund AI arms raceWall Street turns to complex trades to dodge AI ‘implosions'Warren Buffett hands over Berkshire Hathaway's reins to Greg AbelBehind the Money podcast: Berkshire after BuffettNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michela Tindera, Gavin Kallmann and Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nvidia beat Wall Street's estimates on Wednesday as the company continued to benefit from the boom in AI infrastructure, and HSBC is on track to deliver cost savings earlier than planned. Plus, Iran looks to tempt US President Donald Trump with investments in order to stave off war, and the FT's Robert Smith explains how Deutsche Bank rolled out the red carpet for Jeffrey Epstein. Mentioned in this podcast:Nvidia rallies on robust earnings powered by AI investment boomHSBC shares hit record as bank accelerates cost savings and lifts targetIran to offer ‘commercial bonanza' to US companiesHow Deutsche Bank rolled out the red carpet for Jeffrey EpsteinNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US President Donald Trump delivered his State of the Union address last night, Europe's largest investment banks delivered their highest trading revenues in at least a decade in 2025, and UK self-driving start-up Wayve has raised $1.2bn in new funding. Plus, people are returning to Afghanistan in droves, but there are questions over whether the country can support this massive influx.Mentioned in this podcast:European traders celebrate decade-beating performanceUK AI start-up Wayve raises $1.2bn from carmakers and Big TechMillions of people are returning to Taliban-run AfghanistanFind a discounted subscription to FT.com here: ft.com/briefingsaleNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

US software stocks were hit with a fresh burst of selling on Monday as investors fretted that AI will upend the industry, and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz heads to China this week to discuss trade. Plus, the FT's Ben Hall explains where things stand in the Ukraine war four years after Russia's full-scale invasion.Mentioned in this podcast:US software and private capital shares hit with fresh wave of sellingWhat Friedrich Merz is going to tell Xi JinpingVolodymyr Zelenskyy urges Donald Trump to see through Russia's ‘games'Find a discounted digital subscription here: ft.com/briefingsaleNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michela Tindera, Gavin Kallmann, and Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US Supreme Court's decision to strike down President Donald Trump's use of emergency tariff powers is raising questions about existing trade deals, federal revenues, and the impact to American business. Plus, how JPMorgan chief executive Jamie Dimon is preparing to spend a record $2bn a week.Mentioned in this podcast:Trump's new flat-rate tariff will boost China and BrazilWhat does Trump's latest tariff threat mean for his previous trade pacts?Corporate America demands refunds after Donald Trump's tariffs are struck downDonald Trump's tariffs send corporate America's import costs spirallingUS banks enjoyed record profits of $300bn in 2025Dimon seeks to sell JPMorgan investors on $2bn-a-week costs bill FT News Briefing subscription saleNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Julia Webster. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JPMorgan Chase is in talks to provide banking services to US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, and investors have warned that loosening the UK's borrowing limits to fund more spending on defence would risk a bond market backlash and a self-defeating rise in borrowing costs. Plus, the White House says the New York Fed should be disciplined for a recent report, and a former investment banker is suing over her right to get eight hours of sleep per night. Mentioned in this podcast:JPMorgan in talks to bank for Trump's Board of PeaceGilt investors warn about ‘ruse' to fund higher UK defence spendingTrump adviser says New York Fed economists should be ‘disciplined' for publishing study on tariffsCan bankers be fired for demanding sleep? A US court will decideFT News Briefing subscription saleNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. Additional help from Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meta has agreed to spend billions of dollars on millions of Nvidia's chips, and Warner Bros Discovery has reopened sale talks with Paramount. Plus, Christine Lagarde has decided to leave her post as president of the European Central Bank early, and US offshore wind companies are racing to bring projects online that can withstand Donald Trump's efforts to cripple the industry. Mentioned in this podcast:Nvidia secures multibillion-dollar Meta deal as it battles chip rivalsWarner Bros throws ownership battle open by giving Paramount a week to up its offerUS offshore wind farms try to withstand the force of Trump's wrathChristine Lagarde to leave the ECB before April 2027US restaurants downsize meals to counter anti-obesity drugs and affordability crisisNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Kent Militzer. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cross-border EU banking deals reached their highest level since the 2008 financial crisis, and regulation reversals are hitting global electric-vehicle makers. Plus, soaring gold prices are affecting insurance coverage for precious metals storage, and how to make sense of recent AI-induced selloffs on Wall Street.Mentioned in this podcast:EU cross-border banking deals jump to highest since 2008 crisisEnd of EV euphoria triggers $65bn hit for carmakersSoaring gold price forces vaults to reduce insurance coverWall Street hunts next casualty from AI threat to white-collar workWall Street's anything-but-tech trade shakes up US stock marketCredit: White HouseNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Trump administration plans to roll back some tariffs, Schroders agrees to a US takeover, and Americans paid 90 per cent of the cost of US President Trump's tariffs last year. Plus, Goldman Sachs' top lawyer will depart the company over Epstein ties, and how to buy a law firm when you're not really allowed to.Mentioned in this podcast:Trump plans to roll back tariffs on metal and aluminium goodsSchroders boss reassured UK Treasury ahead of £9.9bn US takeoverAlphaville's annotated thoughts on the Schroders takeoverUS businesses and consumers pay 90% of tariff costs, New York Fed saysTop Goldman Sachs lawyer Kathy Ruemmler to resign over Epstein linksHow to buy a law firm if you're not allowed to buy a law firmNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Fiona Symon and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The US economy added 130,000 jobs in January, beating market expectations, and documents appear to contradict testimony Jes Staley gave about his involvement with Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, Bangladesh is holding its first elections since 2024's mass uprising. Mentioned in this podcast:Epstein trustee document contradicts Jes Staley testimonyUS economy far outstrips expectations to add 130,000 jobs in JanuaryAfter 17 years in exile, dynastic heir looks to lead BangladeshFind the latest season of Tech Tonic here: https://www.ft.com/tech-tonicNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.