World Business Report
Analysis of the big global business and economic issues, as they affect consumers and investors. Broadcast on weekdays.
Apple in UK government row
Apple is removing its highest level data security tool from customers in the UK. So does that mean for iPhone users? We hear from a cyber security expert.Germany's once mighty motor industry is losing momentum, as high costs, low demand and competition from Chinese firms take a heavy toll on…
Germany heads for crucial election
As Germany heads for a crucial election, we hear from businesses and economists on the most pressing issues The Trump administration wants a deal from Ukraine over its mineral rights, thought to be worth hundreds of billions of dollars And Ed Butler hears about a new Chinese film called Ne…
Mexico vs US: guns, drugs and trade
President Trump designated Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups. But Mexico's president said they will never tolerate an "invasion" of it's national sovereignty.And the James Bond film franchise will no longer be controlled by the Broccoli dynasty. Creative control will now be given to Amazon MGM Studios.The latest business and…
Students protest in Indonesia over government budget cuts
Hundreds have taken part in ‘Dark Indonesia’ demonstrations critical of policies which will see substantial changes in education and health spending.Plus, as Apple launches a new iPhone, we ask what is ‘budget friendly’?And as North Korea opens its borders to western travellers, we hear from one ‘extreme tourism’ business
What could quantum computing mean for the business world?
Microsoft has unveiled a new quantum chip called Majorana One, which it says will help the company create computers able to solve meaningful industrial-scale problems in years, not decades. The US president, Donald Trump, moves to revoke the approval of New York City’s congestion pricing programs. We hear from one…
Will fresh EU sanctions on Russia work?
The European Union has announced plans for further sanctions against Russia. Brussels intends to target aluminium exports, add more banking restrictions, and ban further Russian state media outlets from operating in the EU.Ahead of the German election we hear what economic issues voters are considering.And, why in an unprecedented move,…
The future of US-Russia economic relations
The US and Russia have outlined their intention to build relations far beyond a deal over Ukraine—extending to cooperation on other global issues and developing sizeable economic and investment links. Argentine President Javier Milei has denied promoting a newly launched cryptocurrency that collapsed shortly after he mentioned it in a…
Does Russia’s economy need a peace deal?
Does Russia’s economy need a peace deal? Western sanctions, inflation soaring, and businesses under strain, Russia’s economy faces serious headwinds Argentina’s President Javier Milei, is in trouble over an obscure cryptocurrency he shared a link to Could restoring Syria’s heritage sites help the economic development of the country?
Who’s spent what on the war in Ukraine?
European leaders have been meeting in Paris to discuss military support for Ukraine. The United States has demanded that Europe increases defence spending and sends troops to Ukraine if there is a ceasefire in the war with Russia. Also, are Canadians boycotting US goods in shops after President Trump’s tariff…
EU leaders gather to discuss defence
EU leaders meet to discuss defence spending. Funding could be increased if the US withdraw support to Ukraine But does Europe have the capacity to build up its armaments production? In China President Xi meets with Chinese tech giants including Jack Ma And American small business owners are trying to…
Who's going to fund Ukraine's war effort?
Ukraine's President Zelensky meets the US Vice President JD Vance at the Munich security conference to discuss the future of the war in Ukraine.Also, there's been talk of the President Trump administration closing the Department of Education.And it's a Happy 20th Birthday to YouTube.The latest business and finance news from…
What Trump tariffs targeting countries mean for businesses and consumers
US President Donald Trump is sharpening plans to hit exports from countries that he says have trade policies that are unfair to the US. We will look at how each country is focusing on trade negotiations. African heads of state meeting in Addis Ababa are discussing alternative sources to pay…
Trump tariffs: What does this mean for businesses?
President Donald Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on all US imports.So how will the tariffs affect businesses in the US who import and export products? That's what we ask them.And Mexico is threatening to sue Google if the company refuses to change the name of the Gulf of America back to…
Honda-Nissan merger talks collapse
The Japanese car giants Honda and Nissan have abandoned plans for a merger, and in a joint statement, the manufacturers say they'll continue to work together on electric car production as they try to fight off competition from Chinese producers. David Harper hears about whether AI regulation is holding back…
What impact could high inflation in the US have?
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…
Mobile data price hike in Nigeria sparks anger
Nigerians are expressing outrage over a big jump in the price of mobile data charged by some of the country's major phone networks after a government announcement three weeks ago said it would be capped at a 50% price rise. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Washington and meets President…
Palestinian resettlement key to US Jordan aid
King Abdullah of Jordan met with Donald Trump at the White House after the American president had threatened to withhold $1.45 billion a year in US aid if Jordan did not agree to scheme Also, as Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says tariffs imposed by Donal Trump are "unacceptable,' a…
EU plans to retaliate against US steel and aluminium tariffs
Meanwhile, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said, "Unjustified tariffs on the EU will not go unanswered". We get reaction from the European Steel Association. The UK and US have not signed an international agreement on artificial intelligence (A.I.) at a global summit in Paris; meanwhile, Sam Altman, the…
Musk bids to purchase Open AI
Elon Musk has bid to purchase the non profit tech firm, Open AIPresident Donald Trump says he's going to impose a 25% import tax on imports of steel and aluminium from abroadAnd is the US falling out of love with fast food? McDonald’s sales have declined, we find out why
Trump to impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium
US President Donald Trump says he will impose 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports on Monday—a move that will have the biggest impact on Canada. Is tech failure at a multinational corporation and putting customers offline for a few hours worse than a cyberattack at a small company…