Faisal Islam, BBC’s Economics Editor, and Dharshini David, Chief Economics Correspondent, dive into the future of the global economy. They tackle rising debt, inflation, and political tensions while exploring potential opportunities as we approach 2025. The conversation highlights the impact of U.S. trade policies and tariff strategies, as well as insights from the OECD and IMF on emerging economic growth. They also discuss surprising calmness in commodity markets amidst geopolitical turmoil and introduce intriguing concepts like 'bond vigilantes' and quantum computing.

Emma Vardy, BBC's Los Angeles correspondent, provides on-the-ground insights into the widespread devastation caused by raging wildfires in California, emphasizing the emotional toll on the community. She discusses the political implications as President Trump points fingers at Democrats for the crisis. Simultaneously, Faisal Islam, BBC Economics Editor, analyzes the UK's softening currency and rising borrowing costs, linking it to ongoing economic pressures and the need for a solid growth strategy amid changing political tides.

Faisal Islam, the Economics editor for BBC News, dives into President-elect Trump's proposed 25% tariff on all incoming goods from Mexico and Canada, linking it to immigration and drug issues. He analyzes the implications for the UK car industry, especially with Vauxhall's factory closure. The conversation also highlights the UK's rising economic inactivity, fueled by long-term illness, and discusses innovative government strategies to combat youth unemployment through education and training guarantees.

Dharshini David, BBC chief economics correspondent, and Faisal Islam, BBC economics editor, dive into Labour's first Budget in 14 years. They discuss a historic £40 billion tax increase and its implications, especially the rise in National Insurance. The duo also tackles the freeze on fuel duty and a significant boost for the NHS. They explore the tightening relationship between proposed tax policies and public sentiment while analyzing market reactions to the budget announcement. It's a fascinating look at money, politics, and the future!

Faisal Islam, BBC economics editor, sheds light on the recent dip in inflation, while Coletta Smith, the BBC cost of living correspondent, discusses how this change affects various income groups. They delve into the complexities of interest rate adjustments and public finance. Alex Forsyth provides political context, discussing potential implications for welfare and the budget. The conversation also touches on innovative strategies for supporting mental health patients in the job market, blending serious analysis with light-hearted commentary.