Are US interest rates cuts coming to an end? Stock values are hit but the value of the US dollar jumps, after Federal Reserve warns any future interest rate cut could be some time away. Also on World Business Report, Rahul Tandon hears how the US Supreme Court will hear an appeal by TikTok’s owner Bytedance. As things stand TikTok’s US operations must be sold by January 19th, the day before Donald Trump’s inauguration as US President. And learn how Finland has become a global hub thing for all things Christmas.
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Will Honda and Nissan merge?
The auto companies Honda and Nissan are currently in the early stages of merger talks. We ask what does it mean for the car industry?The Democratic Republic of Congo’s government has filed criminal complaints in France and Belgium against subsidiaries of the tech giant Apple, accusing it of using conflict minerals.And we hear from the northernmost region of Finland which has become a global hub thing for all things Christmas. How crucial is the festive time of year to the economy?
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Syria’s war has ‘not ended yet’
The UN’s special envoy to Syria, has warned that unless the country gets urgent support it could be plunged back into conflict. Ten days after taking power what resources does the new Syrian government have?
Tankers carrying Russian oil through European waters will have to prove they're insured or face sanctions.
And why children want skincare products for Christmas.
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Argentina’s economy shows signs of growth
Argentina, for a long time one of the world's most troubled economies, has seen its economy grow. Could this be the end of years of economic crisis? We'll take a look at whether that growth is sustainable and delve into how much of it is to do with the radical policies of the country's president Javier Milei. Also today, we consider what the future holds for the ECOWAS trading bloc in West Africa, as three countries formally file to leave.You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033. We’d love to hear from you!
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Resignation of Canada’s Finance Minister rocks Justin Trudeau's government
Resignation of Canada’s Finance Minister rocks the government. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau asks Dominic LeBlanc to replace Chrystia Freeland after her shock resignation.Also on World Business Report, Andrew Peach hears from Germany on the day the government deliberately lost a vote of confidence in the country’s parliament. And we hear from northern Sweden that’s been rocked by the bankruptcy of battery maker Northvolt but sees its future in renewable energy.
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