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Jun 12, 2024 • 16min

The wrinkle in Shein’s IPO plans

FT's China tech correspondent Eleanor Olcott discusses Shein's stalled IPO plans due to its ties with Beijing. Shein considers shifting focus to London for IPO listing amid US-China tensions. The podcast explores challenges faced by Chinese tech companies amid geopolitical issues and how alternative markets like the UK are being explored for IPOs.
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Jun 5, 2024 • 23min

Can anyone afford an NBA team?

The 2024 NBA Playoffs are in full swing, but eyes are still on a team that was knocked out last week. The Minnesota Timberwolves are caught up in an ownership dispute that’s gone south pretty fast, after two prospective buyers attempted to finance their purchase of the team in an unconventional way. The FT’s US sports business correspondent Sara Germano breaks down how the deal came together, fell apart, and the can of worms it’s since opened about owning US sports teams. Clips from Bleacher Report, FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul, KARE 11, House of Highlights, The Dane Moore NBA Podcast- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - For further reading:The off-the-court fight for one of the NBA’s hottest teamsPrivate equity gears up for potential National Football League investmentsMichael Jordan agrees to sell majority stake in NBA’s Charlotte HornetsMark Cuban’s Mavericks bet- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - On X, follow Sara Germano (@germanotes) and Saffeya Ahmed (@saffeya_ahmed).Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 29, 2024 • 22min

Best Of: Inside a hedge fund disaster

Explore the rise and fall of a hedge fund manager who took his firm public in 2007, facing a bribery scandal and internal conflicts. Discover the complexities of a failed deal, shareholder disputes, and leadership transition in the finance industry. Contrasting hedge funds with private equity, the podcast delves into challenges of succession planning and the impact of IPOs on company longevity.
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May 22, 2024 • 18min

Why auditors are missing red flags

Exploring why auditors are missing red flags in audits, the challenges faced by regulators and investors, deficiencies in audits by big four firms, and the push for stricter global standards in the auditing industry. The podcast also discusses the need for auditors to detect wrongdoing more effectively and the ongoing evolution of audit practices to ensure trust in capital markets.
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May 20, 2024 • 2min

Introducing Untold: Power for Sale

A scandal in the European Parliament involving corruption charges and cash seizures, with alleged ties to a Gulf state, prompts investigations into integrity and democracy.
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May 15, 2024 • 23min

Dispatch from Omaha: Berkshire after Warren Buffett

Exploring the future of Berkshire Hathaway after Warren Buffett's reign, with a spotlight on Greg Abel as a potential successor. Discussions include Berkshire's dividend strategy, the EU corruption scandal, and the challenges of preserving Buffett's legacy. Delve into the aura of Buffett, the conglomerate's diverse holdings, and the upcoming leadership transition at America's 'last great' conglomerate.
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May 10, 2024 • 1min

Coming soon: China, the new tech superpower

In a new season of Tech Tonic, longtime FT China reporter Jame Kynge travels around the world to see how China is pushing towards tech supremacy. Will China be able to get an edge in crucial technological areas? What does China’s attempt to leapfrog the west look like on the ground? A 6-part series looking at China’s tech industry.Presented by James Kynge. Edwin Lane is the senior producer. The producer is Josh Gabert-Doyon. Executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Sound design by Breen Turner and Samantha Giovinco, with original music from Metaphor Music. The FT’s head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 8, 2024 • 24min

Was the Archegos implosion illegal?

FT's US legal correspondent Joe Miller discusses the Archegos scandal and the upcoming trial of founder Bill Hwang. Topics include racketeering, securities fraud charges, market manipulation, and the legal complexities of the case.
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May 1, 2024 • 18min

How shale rewrote the global oil order

Exploring how US shale has disrupted the global oil market dominated by the Middle East, impacting oil prices and geopolitical dynamics. Discussing the sustainability of US shale production amidst conflicts and the implications for the future of the global economy.
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Apr 24, 2024 • 21min

When M&A goes wrong

A private equity firm's acquisition of a California grocery store chain goes awry, potentially costing the owners millions. The podcast explores the complexities and legal disputes that arise from M&A deals, highlighting the importance of contract clarity and alignment of goals between buyers and sellers to avoid costly disputes.

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