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Jan 2024
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Toyota takes the crown

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The auto industry had a generally strong 2023. This certainly included Toyota, which reported that it’s held onto its title as the world’s best-selling car company. But during prepared remarks, the company’s chairman also offered an apology. We unpack. Plus, can we expect any interest rate moves from the Federal Reserve this week? Then, we head to Germany, where protests are sweeping the country to counter the far-right Alternative for Deutschland party.

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