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Jun 19, 2024 • 6min

Why is the UK paying Tata Steel £500 million?

Exploring Tata Steel's challenges in the UK, including the aftermath of the global financial crisis and Brexit, and the government's investment of £500 million to revamp operations for sustainability, saving jobs and reducing carbon emissions.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 6min

Elon Musk is overpaid. But who cares?

Elon Musk's $45 billion pay package controversy, court ruling, shareholder approval, and Musk's influence over Tesla's governance are discussed in this episode.
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Jun 14, 2024 • 8min

What's in a state's special category status?

Exploring the economics of 'Special Category Status' for states like Bihar and Andhra Pradesh in India. Discussing the reasons behind the central government's decision to discontinue SCS and the impact on these states.
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Jun 13, 2024 • 6min

A daring heist in Dadar

Thieves pull off a daring heist in Mumbai's Dadar, using shovels and cable cutters to excavate buried items. The theft highlights the increased demand for copper in the energy sector and the importance of sustainable sourcing practices.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 7min

SEBI unlocks the CDS market for Mutual Funds

SEBI is proposing to open the CDS market for Mutual Funds, exploring the benefits of corporate bonds for fundraising. Efforts to expand India's corporate bond market using CDS and mutual funds to manage risk and boost investor confidence.
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Jun 11, 2024 • 7min

Russia is now the fourth largest economy. But how?

Explore how Russia's economy defies sanctions to become the fourth largest globally. Insights into sustaining growth amidst geopolitical tensions, war, oil exports, public spending, industrial production, GDP growth, inflation, and Russian central bank measures.
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Jun 10, 2024 • 7min

McDonald's doesn't own the Big Mac anymore

Find out how McDonald's lost the exclusive right to use the Big Mac trademark to Supermac’s in the EU, leaving them unable to prove genuine usage for all products.
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Jun 7, 2024 • 7min

Why is India expediting visa applications from China?

The podcast delves into why India is simplifying visa procedures for Chinese travelers, highlighting historical tensions and global business dynamics. It also touches on strategies to diversify business, attract foreign investments, and reduce dependency on China through streamlined visa approvals.
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Jun 6, 2024 • 7min

Do Indian elections care about climate change?

Exploring the lack of focus on climate change in Indian elections due to voters prioritizing development and employment issues. Discussing the carbon footprint of elections and efforts by the Election Commission for 'green elections' through eco-friendly practices.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 8min

Can Zimbabwe's new currency help tackle its hyperinflation?

Exploring Zimbabwe's history of hyperinflation and the introduction of the new currency ZiG backed by gold reserves to combat economic challenges, including the country's transition to a multi-currency system. Discussing the decline in agricultural production, excessive money printing, and rebuilding trust with citizens amidst obstacles like physical scarcity.

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