Michelle Fleury

Theo Liggett, an international business correspondent, and Scott Hamilton, an aviation consultant, delve into the implications of Airbus's urgent software fixes. Beatrix Klein, director at the CAR Centre, discusses Germany’s plea to delay the EU's combustion engine ban amid EV adoption challenges. George Conboy shares insights on market reactions and consumer spending amidst economic uncertainties. Finally, Michelle Meyer highlights shifting Black Friday consumer behaviors influenced by inflation and tech, while Michelle Fleury reports on the unprecedented low seasonal hiring in U.S. retail.

Julia Coronado, founder of Macro Policy Perspectives and a professor at UT Austin, and Michelle Fleury, BBC journalist, dive into the signs of a stalling Chinese economy. Coronado explains the slowing U.S. labor market and the stubborn inflation that won't quite fall to target levels. Meanwhile, Fleury reports on retailers expecting the lowest seasonal hiring in years, despite projected strong holiday sales, attributing this to economic uncertainties. Both guests highlight the mixed responses from shoppers regarding their holiday spending plans.

Join Arunaday Mukherjee, an insightful India business correspondent, and Michelle Fleury, BBC's North America business correspondent, as they delve into India's impressive 8.2% GDP growth sparked by robust consumption. Arunaday highlights the optimism in Indian businesses despite trade challenges, while Michelle reveals shocking trends in US retail with record low seasonal hiring. Discover how consumer behavior shifts as the holiday season approaches. Tune in for a fascinating look at global economic dynamics!