The world’s most important central bank is at the center of a succession drama. Host Carmel Crimmins talks to Dan Burns, Americas economics editor, and Federal Reserve correspondent Howard Schneider about the possibility of a central banker in-waiting, and what that would mean for the global economy. *This podcast was updated to fix a missed question by Car ... Show More
May 13
China tariff cut, US drug prices, and white South Africans
The U.S. says it will cut the low value, small package tax on Chinese shipments – its latest move in de-escalating the trade war. U.S. President Donald Trump orders prescription drug makers to drop their prices within 30 days. And a first group of white South Africans have landed ... Show More
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Feb 2025
Ukraine minerals deal, consumer confidence, tax cuts and South Korea birthrate
The U.S. and Ukraine have agreed the terms of a draft minerals deal as Donald Trump seeks to quickly end the war with Russia. U.S. stocks tumbled on Tuesday, after February figures showed a drop in consumer confidence. The Republican-controlled House off Representatives has advan ... Show More
12m 47s
Sep 2024
Harris' poll lead, Boeing strike, Trump’s debate ‘no’, the Pope and the Emmys
Boeing’s West coast factory workers have overwhelmingly voted to strike for more pay. Donald Trump has ruled out another debate with Vice President Kamala Harris. The Pope heads home after an ambitious trip to Asia. Plus, what’s on tap at this weekend’s Emmy Awards. Sign up for ... Show More
12m 25s