FT News Briefing cover image

US companies announce record share buybacks, Covid hits India’s middle class

FT News Briefing

00:00

Struggles of India's Middle Class Amid COVID Crisis

This chapter tells the heartbreaking story of Ram Prakash, who lost his life to COVID, illustrating the struggles of India's middle class impacted by the pandemic. It also contrasts these challenges with the revival of wedding planning in the UK as restrictions lift, highlighting a notable department store's return to hosting special events.

Play episode from 06:11
Transcript

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app