World Business Report Podcast
The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
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New York rent freeze: What next?
Friday
A landlord, tenant, and economist weigh in on the pros and cons of freezing rents.
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Asia leads tech stock sell-off
Friday
Asia is bearing the brunt of the latest technology stock sell-off.
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What does the World Cup, Barbra Streisand, Levi's, and Heinz have in common?
Thursday
FIFA are hiding certain brands at the World Cup
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Europe's heatwave: Too hot to tour?
Wednesday
Tourism is taking a hit as an intense heatwave grips Europe
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Heatwave blasts western Europe
Wednesday
Record June temperatures have been recorded in several countries, with highs of 44C
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Heatwave blasts western Europe
Wednesday
Record June temperatures have been recorded in several countries, with highs of 44C
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Farming during Europe's intense heatwave
Tuesday
Red heat alerts have been issued in several European countries amid intense heatwave
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Russia's economy is hurting
Tuesday
Ukrainian drone attacks are causing fuel headaches across Russia. Crimea worst affected.
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UK PM announces resignation
Last Monday
Sir Keir Starmer says he will step down as Labour leader and UK prime minister.
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UK PM Resigns: What Business Wants Now
Last Monday
We explore what business wants next for growth, investment and the economy.
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World Cup hydration breaks give advertisers advantage
Fri 19 Jun 2026
World Cup hydration breaks are giving advertisers a window of opportunity
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India's biggest ever share offer
Fri 19 Jun 2026
Mobile firm Reliance Jio hopes to raise $4 billion.
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US lifts Iran naval blockade following US-Iran deal
Thu 18 Jun 2026
The US has lifted its Iran naval blockade following the US-Iran deal
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Eyes on the Strait of Hormuz as oil tankers start moving
Thu 18 Jun 2026
It follows US and Iranian officials signing 'memorandum of understanding' to end the war.
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Is Russia running short on fuel?
Wed 17 Jun 2026
Russians across the whole country are facing petrol shortages
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SpaceX overtakes Amazon to become world's fifth most valuable firm
Tue 16 Jun 2026
Space X makes huge gains on New York's tech-focused Nasdaq stock exchange
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Why is consumer spending falling in China?
Tue 16 Jun 2026
For the first time since the pandemic consumers spending stalls in China
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How will a US and Iran deal affect global shipping?
Mon 15 Jun 2026
President Donald Trump promises to open the Strait of Hormuz
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Will energy prices come down after US and Iran deal?
Mon 15 Jun 2026
The US and Iran strike a deal - so when will the oil shock lose its spark?
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Elon Musk becomes the world's first trillionaire
Fri 12 Jun 2026
SpaceX shares surged after the company's stock market debut in New York
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SpaceX Begins Trading in Landmark $1.8 Trillion Listing
Fri 12 Jun 2026
SpaceX begins trading today in a record-breaking IPO
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SpaceX Prepares for a Historic Market Launch
Thu 11 Jun 2026
Wall Street awaits the biggest IPO in history as SpaceX prepares to start trading.
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US inflation hits three-year high
Wed 10 Jun 2026
Inflation in the US hit over 4 percent in May and energy prices were up over 23 percent
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US Inflation Hits Three-Year High as Energy Prices Surge
Wed 10 Jun 2026
Inflation in the United States has risen to its highest level in three years
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UK watchdog investigates mega takeover with Paramount and Warner Bros
Tue 9 Jun 2026
Paramount’s $110bn deal comes under scrutiny from Britain’s competition regulator
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China and North Korea: Strengthening Ties
Tue 9 Jun 2026
Xi Jinping wraps up a symbolic visit to North Korea
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Markets Rattled by Tech Sell-Off and Middle East Tensions
Mon 8 Jun 2026
Global markets tumble as investors react to a tech sell-off and Middlen East tensions
