The Sky News Business Podcast
Catch up on the day's big business and economics stories Monday to Friday. Reports, discussion and interviews from the heart of the City and beyond.
Latest episodes
Jul 29, 2022 • 46min
Profits at the banks, takeaways and electric motors
There's good news for two of the UK's biggest banks - Sky's Ian King sits down with the bosses of NatWest and Santander to discuss their profits for the first half of the year.He's also speaking to the managing director of Taco Bell about trends at the takeaways, and the founder of a Norfolk-based electric motor manufacturer.
Jul 28, 2022 • 31min
Strong profits for energy firms, an airline and a global drinks giant.
Today's been a busy day for company results and Sky's Ian King sits down with the chief executive of Diageo, which has reported a 21-percent rise in full year sales, to 15-point-5 billion pounds. He'll also speak to the boss of Etihad Airways, after the airline enjoyed a record core operating profit of 296-million-dollars for the first six months of the year.
Jul 26, 2022 • 43min
Heathrow, HS2 and an online fashion retail start-up.
On today’s episode, the CEO of Heathrow airport speaks to Ian King about their latest results and passenger experience. Guests from Unilever and EasyJet also join Ian to talk about their businesses and we find out more about HS2 and Turkey’s most successful start-up.
Jul 25, 2022 • 23min
Ryanair returns to profit, cut price eCommerce software, Santander talks digital platforms
Ian King speaks to Ryanair's Chief Financial Officer - who's warning of a "fragile" market in air travel, despite returning to profit for the first time since the pandemic; there's also the Business Minister talking about the government's software scheme "Help to Grow"; and Santander launches its new Navigator digital platform to help UK firms expand globally.
Jul 22, 2022 • 42min
UK minerals, Jubilee sales, and 'unwinding' from the office
On today's episode, Ian King is joined by Pensana Metals chairman Paul Atherley who's announced plans to build the second-largest magnet materials refiner outside China, in East Yorkshire. It's part of a new minerals strategy for the UK.Also today, Platinum Jubilee celebrations fail to turn drops in retail sales, positive.And hear more about the new immersive experience helping busy office workers unwind.
Jul 21, 2022 • 40min
A June record for UK government interest payments, European gas supplies and the cost of living
In the latest episode, Ian King brings us the latest on government borrowing and catches up with the head of European gas at Energy Aspects, James Waddell, to discuss demand for the energy supply, after Russia turned taps back on having closed Nord Stream One for repairs.Sky’s political correspondent Tamara Cohen talks to Boris Johnson’s cost of living tsar, David Buttress, in Downing Street.
Jul 20, 2022 • 43min
Inflation figures, Volvo Cars and the impact of the Farnborough Airshow
On today's episode, Ian looks at rising inflation figures. Plus, he speaks to the chief executive of ADS, the trade organisation for companies in the UK aerospace, defence, security and space sectors, which runs Farnborough Airshow. Finally, we hear about Volvo Cars reporting a boost in profits.
Jul 19, 2022 • 46min
Cyber attacks, vertical airspace and Welsh whisky
On today's episode, Ian speaks to the chief executive of the cybersecurity company Darktrace. It’s revealed its customers have seen a rise in cyber attacks this year of nearly 50% - rising to 138% in government related sectors. Plus, he explores one of the main themes at this year's Farnborough Airshow – that’s electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft.Finally, we hear why a shared loved of rugby is helping Welsh whisky's growing popularity in France.
Jul 18, 2022 • 39min
Working through a heatwave, P&O update and marking 10 years since London 2012
As the UK prepares to experience possible record breaking temperatures, Ian King discusses worker’s rights with Cate Walter from Rhino Safety Limited.He also talks to Brian McNamara, chief executive of Haleon – the company behind brands like Sensodyne toothpaste – about the firm’s stock market debut.P&O Cruises president Paul Ludlow discusses how the company is doing now, after laying off 800 staff in March, while London 2012 board member Sir Keith Mills reflects on 10 years since the Olympics.
Jul 13, 2022 • 29min
Semiconductor shortages, Klarna's valuation and tax cut proposals
Ian King speaks to Bosch's Global Chief Executive, Dr Stefan Hartung about what prompted an investment in semiconductor production.Klarna's Chief Executive, Sebastian Siemiatkowski, talks about the companies plunge in valuation. And Shadow chancellor, Rachel Reeves reacts to the Conservative Leadership contest and the candidates focus on tax cuts.
