Best Ub Reviews Podcasts (2025)

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Predicting 2026: Will Trump and Musk officially reunite? 12:11

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Europe’s banking industry could shed 10 per cent of its workforce by 2030. Plus, the FT’s US national editor and columnist Edward Luce predicted America’s president would not fall out with one-time “first buddy”, billionaire Elon Musk in 2025. He explains why they could form a new kind of alliance in 2026. Mentioned in this podcast: AI forecast to …

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Predicting 2026: Will Ukraine finally get a peace deal? 9:26

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The FT’s Europe editor Ben Hall thought there would be a Ukraine peace deal in 2025. Despite lots of back and forth over ceasefire proposals, an agreement has yet to materialise. The negotiations reveal a lot about the relationship between the west and Russia. Can the countries come to an agreement in 2026? Mentioned in this podcast: Forecasting th…

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2025 Year in Review 1:35:09

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The crew takes a look back at all their best (and worst) takes from 2025!By MTGGoldfish

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Trump and Zelenskyy tout progress on peace but ‘thorny’ issues remain 11:41

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US President Donald Trump hosted Ukraine’s leader at Mar-a-Lago for high-stakes peace talks but failed to reach a breakthrough. Plus, FT markets columnist Katie Martin predicted that in 2025, the bond market would creak but not break. She explains why it held up and whether that will continue in 2026. Mentioned in this podcast: Trump and Zelenskyy …

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Unhedged: Markets had an incredible year. Can that continue? 37:19

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What went right in 2025? What could go wrong in 2026? Recorded for the FT’s digital conference The Global Boardroom, Katie Martin and Rob Armstrong talk with Ian Smith, the FT’s senior markets correspondent, about the incredible resilience of the US stock market, and the challenges ahead. Also, they go long boring companies and short KPop Demon Hun…

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The Rachman Review: Europe’s triple shock: Putin, Trump and Xi 29:26

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The French pioneer of European integration Jean Monnet believed that Europe would be ‘built in crisis’. The war in Ukraine is putting this theory to the test, once again. Gideon discusses with historian Timothy Garton Ash how European leaders are responding to this latest crisis after the brief ‘holiday from history’ that followed the fall of the B…

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Behind the Money: KKR, Bain and private equity’s push into Japan 21:43

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When international private equity groups first entered Japan at the turn of the 21st century, newspapers criticised them as vulture funds and politicians steered clear of public contact. Today, it’s a different story. Dozens of buyout groups have set up in the country and the establishment is courting them. The FT’s Tokyo correspondent David Keohan…

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Political Fix: Labour's year in review 37:41

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This is an episode of Political Fix, the FT weekly podcast that takes you into the corridors of Westminster to unwrap, analyse and debate British politics with a regular panel of FT correspondents. It’s been another turbulent year in UK politics. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has faced down rebellions from within his own party, overseen scandals and …

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80 Percent of Magic Players Don't Play a Real Format 59:01

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The crew talks Timeless, Standard, a Maro blog post and more!By MTGGoldfish

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Unexpected Christmas - Movie Review | Episode 81 | Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews 49:54

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It’s time for another Black ensemble Christmas movie — but this one is Unexpected. TeaRon and BK break down Unexpected Christmas, the holiday comedy starring Lil Rel Howery, Dominique Perry, Reagan Gomez-Preston, and the legendary Anna Maria Horsford. Before diving into the film, the hosts reflect on some of their favorite Black Christmas classics …

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Tech Tonic: Defying death 36:29

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How much do we really know about ageing? For decades, scientists have been trying to understand the biology of the ageing process - what happens to our bodies as we get older? And is it possible to slow that process down or even stop it all together? In this series of Tech Tonic, the FT’s Hannah Kuchler and Michael Peel look into the past, present …

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The Wolf-Krugman Exchange: Power, plutocracy and political economy 43:34

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In this final episode of their series for the FT's The Economics Show, FT chief economics commentator Martin Wolf and Nobel laureate Paul Krugman consider listeners’ questions and comments ranging from a critique of globalisation, increasing inequality and plutocracy, the global appetite for US federal debt, China’s economic future and much more. T…

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Claer Barrett on spending wisely during the holidays 12:24

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The holiday season is the most wonderful time of the year, but it's also the most expensive. Between gifts, food and travel, people can end up spending a lot of money this year. The Financial Times’ consumer editor Claer Barrett explains why people are feeling the pinch this season and what they can do about it. Mentioned in this podcast: Economist…

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India’s central bank governor cheers ‘goldilocks’ economy 11:52

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BP chief executive Murray Auchincloss has said he will step down after less than two years in the role, India’s central bank governor expects the country’s interest rates to remain low for a ‘long period’, and UK inflation fell more than expected to an eight-month low of 3.2 per cent. Plus, global companies are seeking private equity partners in Ch…

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JPMorgan swaps cash for Treasuries 10:36

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Investors are snapping up Venezuela’s defaulted debt, JPMorgan Chase has withdrawn almost $350bn in cash from its account at the Federal Reserve since 2023, and the US unemployment rate rose to its highest level in more than four years. Plus, global asset managers’ cash holdings have fallen to a record low in a sign of investors’ bullishness about …

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EU-Mercosur trade deal hangs in the balance 10:57

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Shell’s merger chief departed after a bid to acquire rival BP was quashed internally, and the EU’s top trade official warns the bloc would lose global credibility if it fails to approve its trade deal with the Mercosur group of South American countries. Plus, Brussels plans to scrap the EU’s 2035 combustion engine ban, and hedge funds and trading f…

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Is a 1/1 Good If It's Free? 1:13:56

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The crew delves into a ton of super early Marvel Super Hero spoilers.By MTGGoldfish

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Investors hunt for protection against AI debt bust 12:04

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A terror attack on a Jewish event in Sydney kills more than a dozen people. Plus, investors are increasingly concerned about how much debt is funding the AI boom, world leaders meet to discuss a peace plan for Ukraine, and it’s a big week for US economic data. And: The FT’s ‘Behind the Money’ podcast looks into whistleblowing in the UK. Mentioned i…

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Disney and OpenAI team up 12:04

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Cryptocurrency entrepreneur Do Kwon is sentenced to 15 years in prison on two counts of fraud, and the Walt Disney Company will allow OpenAI to use its characters in its flagship products. Plus, football fans are outraged over ticket prices for next year’s World Cup. And, you’ll meet the hardliner who wants to make Chile great again. Mentioned in t…

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Fed cuts rates amid growing division 10:42

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The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point, and Oracle shares fell on Wednesday after it reported disappointing revenues. Plus, there’s one conglomerate in Abu Dhabi dominating the economy and its ownership is in the hands of the royal family. Mentioned in this podcast: Federal Reserve cuts rates to lowest level in three years in div…

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Australia is first country to ban social media for children 11:37

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EU countries want to fast-track a decision to indefinitely immobilise up to €210bn in Russian sovereign assets, investors have increased bets that interest rates in major economies could diverge next year, and Berlin stands ready to throw its weight behind a German candidate to be the next president of the European Central Bank. Plus, Australia is …

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A double bubble for gold and US equities 10:55

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Paramount has launched a $108bn hostile bid to buy Warner Bros Discovery, US natural gas prices are soaring as the country ships record amounts of the fuel overseas, and US President Donald Trump says Nvidia will be allowed to send its H200 chips to China. Plus, retail investors are helping drive gold and US stocks towards “bubble” territory, the B…

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Take Backsies in the Top 8 of Worlds 1:01:04

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The crew talks Worlds, take backsies in competitive play and answers #MTGFishmail!By MTGGoldfish

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Federal Reserve set for divisive final 2025 rate decision 12:58

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Europe seeks to rally support for Ukraine as US pressure builds, and there’s likely to be plenty of debate ahead of the Federal Reserve’s final rate decision of the year. Plus, how Netflix’s blockbuster Warner Brothers Discovery buy could reshape entertainment. Mentioned in this podcast: European allies to rally support for Ukraine as US pressure m…

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Big Four maintains stranglehold on UK audits 11:37

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The Big Four accounting firms maintained their iron grip on auditing the UK’s largest companies last year, the industry watchdog has found. Plus, Japan’s economic normalisation could impact global bond markets. Mentioned in this podcast: Big Four maintain stranglehold on biggest UK audits US senators seek to block Nvidia sales of advanced chips to …

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Wall Street frets over Hassett as potential Fed chair 10:30

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Bond-market investors worry that the leading candidate for Fed chair is too close to US President Donald Trump, while HSBC finally picks its new chair. Plus, the EU has a last-minute plan to fund Ukraine’s economic revival. Mentioned in this podcast: Bond investors warned US Treasury over picking Kevin Hassett as Fed chair HSBC appoints Brendan Nel…

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AI chatbot race enters crunch phase 11:42

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Nigel Farage has told donors he expects to do an election deal with the Conservatives, and the race to narrow OpenAI’s dominance in the chatbot race. Plus, Eurozone inflation unexpectedly turns higher and China’s biopharma industry could be a threat to western dominance in the sector. Mentioned in this podcast: Farage tells donors he expects to do …

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Swiss prosecutors file charges against Credit Suisse and UBS 11:03

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UK pension funds are cutting back their exposure to US equities, and Swiss prosecutors have filed charges against Credit Suisse and its owner UBS over alleged organisational “deficiencies”. Plus, the chair of the UK's Office for Budget Responsibility has resigned, and the UK government will increase NHS spending on medicines to secure a carve-out f…

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Canceling a Secret Lair: Good or Bad? 1:01:07

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The crew talks Secret Lair cancelations, Worlds, Avatar Limited and more!By MTGGoldfish

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Key week for Russia-Ukraine peace talks 12:37

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Artificial intelligence is threatening starting consultancy salaries, and the push to end Russia’s years-long invasion of Ukraine continues this week. Plus, Revolut did not tell UK regulators its CEO was listed as UAE resident. And, voice trading is making a comeback on one part of Wall Street. Mentioned in this podcast: Top consultancies freeze st…

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BK's Blacklist - Set It Off Review | Episode 80 | Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews 1:39:10

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We’re kicking off a brand-new segment on the show: BK’s Blacklist — where BK (our Gen-Z, suburban-raised co-host) takes on the classic Black films he somehow missed, and TeaRon (who grew up on all of them) guides him through a multigenerational deep dive into the movies that shaped Black culture. Together, they break down the nostalgia, the legacy,…

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The Wolf-Krugman Exchange: Trump’s ‘vibecession’ 42:07

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As President Donald Trump approaches the one-year anniversary of his second term in office, the FT’s chief economics commentator Martin Wolf, and Nobel prize-winning economist Paul Krugman sit down to discuss the US economy and the state of American democracy. Are American consumers finally feeling the effect of Trump’s tariffs? Is AI to blame for …

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How AI is changing warfare 9:24

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Artificial intelligence has the potential to disrupt almost every industry we work in, from manufacturing to stock trading. Defence is no exception, and at a time of rising global conflict, the question of how different militaries are using AI is increasingly important. The FT’s Helen Warrell is joined by MIT Technology Review senior reporter James…

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UK Budget boosts taxes to all-time high 11:20

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S&P Global Ratings calls into question Tether’s ability to maintain its US dollar peg, and UK chancellor Rachel Reeves takes the wraps off the highly anticipated Budget. Plus, India’s booming steel production might be helping the domestic economy, but it’s causing environmental damage and trade tensions Mentioned in this podcast: S&P downgrades Tet…

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Google closes in on Nvidia in the AI race 10:50

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Google’s parent company got close to a record $4tn market capitalisation, and more than $1tn has been wiped from the cryptocurrency market in the past six weeks. Plus, US consumers aren’t feeling too merry ahead of the holidays, and the UK prepares for its long-awaited Budget day. Mentioned in this podcast: US retail sales growth slows as affordabi…

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How Ireland became the weak spot in Europe’s defences 10:26

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Traders are piling into bets that Wednesday’s UK Budget will push the pound lower against the dollar, and the pharmaceutical industry saw some promising — and not so promising — clinical trial results. Plus, US tech stocks leapt on Monday and Ireland’s military neutrality has created a weak spot in Europe’s defences. Mentioned in this podcast: Curr…

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It's Badgermole Cub's World, We're Just Earthbending In It 1:04:27

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The crew talks about a bunch of Modern RCs, Avatar's impact on Standard and more!By MTGGoldfish

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The scramble for a Ukraine peace deal 12:27

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US pressure on Ukraine and its allies to agree a peace deal with Russia ignites fresh concern in Europe, and the US has officially designated Venezuela’s “Cartel of the Suns” a terror group. Plus, Europe looks to increase investment rules to stand up to China, and a look at why insurance companies are thinking about excluding AI risks from their co…

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Vince Staples Show (Season 2) Review | Episode 79 | Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews 44:54

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TeaRon and BK jump headfirst into Season 2 of The Vince Staples Show — and this time, the chaos is turned ALL the way up. After a breakout first season, the series returns with fresh themes, genre-bending storytelling, and the kind of unpredictable moments ONLY Vince could dream up. This season delivers standout performances from Vanessa Bell Callo…

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The Big Tech stock rollercoaster 12:22

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Tech stocks have been on a rollercoaster since Nvidia reported earnings, the US added 119,000 jobs in September but unemployment reached its highest level in four years, and the US has formally handed Ukraine a sweeping peace plan drawn up with Moscow. Plus, we’ll go over all the drama that’s ensued in the run-up to the G20 conference in South Afri…

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The bidding war for Warner Brothers Discovery begins 12:36

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Nvidia grew sales of its chips even faster than Wall Street anticipated in its latest quarter, and UK inflation fell to 3.6 per cent in October. Plus, Paramount is trying to buy Warner Brothers Discovery and China’s opaque economic data is coming under scrutiny. Mentioned in this podcast: Nvidia reports strong growth from bumper AI chip sales The p…

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Brussels sprouts critical minerals plan 10:07

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Meta has won the antitrust case that threatened to break it apart, the EU plans to create a central body to co-ordinate the purchasing and stockpiling of critical minerals. Plus, US tech stocks sold off on Tuesday as worries mounted over high valuations for artificial intelligence companies, and activist hedge fund Elliott Management has built a la…

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Crypto’s 2025 U-turn 11:44

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The cryptocurrency market is struggling as bitcoin has lost all its gains from this year, and HSBC leaders cannot agree on the bank's next chair of the board. Plus, the US House of Representatives votes on the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files today, and the Financial Times’ Alison Killing explains why an estimated multitrillion-dollar infrastru…

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Avatar Standard First Impressions 1:02:42

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Richard and Set discuss their first impressions of Avatar Standard and more!By MTGGoldfish

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UK bond market wades through Budget uncertainty 12:16

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Goldman Sachs is on track to notch its best performance in the global deals market in 24 years. Plus, what UK gilt markets are looking for after Friday’s selloff, and how Spain’s deficit is set to fall below Germany’s for the first time in two decades. And, the government shutdown has posed complications for US economic data collection. Mentioned i…

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Being Eddie (Documentary) Review | Episode 78 | Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews 46:56

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This week, TeaRon is joined by NEW Ubiquitous Blacks Reviews Co-Host Brandon Keaton (BK) as they break down Eddie’s influence, revisit his greatest (and not-so-great) films, and share the surprising revelations uncovered in the documentary. When it comes to Hollywood legends, nobody matches the rise, reach, and cultural impact of Eddie Murphy. From…

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British chemicals empire Ineos feels the squeeze 10:58

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Oracle’s enormous borrowing to fund a push into artificial intelligence computing has spooked investors, Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s heavily indebted empire, Ineos, is under increasing financial pressure, and we take a look at a glaring hole in US inflation data. Plus, the FT’s Sonja Hutson reports back from Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, as part of a new FT ser…

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Scottish kilts set to enter the bond market 11:55

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US government shutdown nears an end as House approves funding deal, European carmakers and other industrial companies continue to face “devastating” chip shortages, and Scotland has been handed the same credit rating as the UK, in a boost to Edinburgh as it plans to launch an inaugural bond sale. Plus, an increasing number of wealthy Chinese people…

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SoftBank divesting from Nvidia could be good, actually 10:43

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The International Energy Agency says global oil and gas demand will rise for the next 25 years if the world does not change course; Masayoshi Son’s SoftBank Group has sold its entire stake in Nvidia; and investors have been selling off the debt of US tech heavyweights. Plus, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s plan to reduce income taxes for th…

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How the world’s biggest mining project is a win for China 10:45

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Saudi Aramco is shifting its focus to natural gas, Donald Trump has threatened to sue the BBC for at least $1bn over an edit of a speech he gave on January 6 2021, and a $23bn mine in Guinea opens today and it is seen as a huge win for China. Mentioned in this podcast: Saudi Aramco steps up gas push to meet surging electricity demand Donald Trump t…