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Jul 12, 2024 • 12min

Double-edged sword of deregulation

Brooke Masters, FT's expert on regulatory risks, discusses US inflation, China's economic meeting, and the risks of deregulation. Topics include Supreme Court decisions, implications of deregulation on industries, and shifting power to the judiciary.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 11min

Investors serve, can women’s tennis volley?

Topics include Archegos founder fraud, US junk bond sales, Saudi investments in women's tennis, Amazon vs Temu and Shein, and Amazon's strategy to compete in shipping and taxes.
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Jul 10, 2024 • 11min

Iran’s reformist(ish) future

Iran's president-elect, Masoud Pezeshkian, discusses his plans for reform in Iran amidst challenges. Topics include US investment banking, Russian missile attack in Ukraine, and Shein's fashion waste initiative.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 12min

Nike’s new game plan

Sara Germano explains Nike's stock decline, Europe's struggles in the battery industry, and tensions at the NATO summit. Topics include challenges for NATO, electric vehicle manufacturers, and Nike's recovery strategies.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 12min

The leftwing stuns France

Left-wing alliance in France prevents rise of far-right leader Marine Le Pen, Labour's victory in the UK boosts market attractiveness, 2021 on track to be the warmest year on record, Chinese province near Taiwan seeks ties but faces resistance from businesses
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Jul 5, 2024 • 13min

Labour wins UK election by a landslide

The podcast discusses the UK Labour Party's landslide victory in the general election, the rise of the Reform Party, and Viktor Orban's meeting with Vladimir Putin. Analysis includes Nigel Farage's influence, challenges for the Conservative Party, and implications for UK politics.
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Jul 4, 2024 • 11min

Robo DJ: YouTube invests in AI-generated music

SoftBank looking to prioritize AI investments, Shell pausing energy project, Labour party expected to win UK election. YouTube negotiating deal on AI music with record labels. Exploration of AI-generated music impact on industry and emotional connections with artist-created music.
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Jul 3, 2024 • 11min

Denmark’s cow tax is more than just hot air

FT journalist Attracta Mooney discusses Denmark's innovative carbon tax on livestock, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The tax, set to reach €100 per cow by 2030, sparks debates on food security and profitability. The podcast also touches on EU duties on substandard Chinese goods, Panama closing the Darién gap, and concerns over Joe Biden's fitness for office.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 10min

Unpacking the US Supreme Court Trump immunity ruling

Western banks reduce workforce in China, US Supreme Court rules Trump can't be prosecuted for 'official' actions, Amazon turns profit, online competitors affect Japan's regional banks
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Jul 1, 2024 • 9min

First round victory for French far-right

Marine Le Pen's far-right party gains ground in French parliamentary elections, challenging Macron's centrist alliance. US stock markets exceed expectations, with Morgan Stanley following suit to scrap UK bonus caps. French voters show record turnout, signaling a shift towards right-wing ideologies and potential global political trends.

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