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Business Matters

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Global business and finance news and discussion from the BBC.

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A new survey by the University of Michigan's Institute for Social Research has revealed that consumer confidence in the United States has seen its largest drop since 1990.

While the Governor of Mississippi believes rising tariffs will lead to more c... more

China has said no to any trade talks until the US withdraws its tariffs, but which of the World's two superpowers will blink first and bring the growing trade war to an end?

Rahul Tandon speaks to the President of the American Toy Association on ho... more

With China open to talks and the US Treasury secretary hinting at a deal, Rahul Tandon talks to economists and trade specialists about the likelihood of a thaw in relations. And we look ahead to the Australian elections.

President Trump says tariffs on China “will not be anywhere near 145%” but won’t be removed all together. It follows US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent saying he expected a ‘de escalation’ in US China tariffs.

The International Monetary Fund has re... more

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Recent Guests

Jean-Claude Trichet
Former president of the European Central Bank.
European Central Bank
Episode: Tension grows between President Trump and the Federal Reserve
Rick Woldenberg
Chief executive of Learning Resources, an educational toy company.
Learning Resources
Episode: Tension grows between President Trump and the Federal Reserve
Julian Sellers
Professor of history and politics at Princeton University.
Princeton University
Episode: Tension grows between President Trump and the Federal Reserve
Kevin Hassett
Economic adviser to the White House.
The White House
Episode: Tension grows between President Trump and the Federal Reserve
Ilangga Karupanan
Malaysian diplomat
Episode: WTO says global trade will fall this year
Scott Hamilton
Aviation consultant, managing director of Liam Company
Liam Company
Episode: WTO says global trade will fall this year
Jacob Rothman
President and CEO of Vellong Enterprises in Shanghai
Vellong Enterprises
Episode: WTO says global trade will fall this year
Erin McLaughlin
Senior Economist at the Conference Board
Conference Board
Episode: Sudan’s civil war devastates both lives and the economy
Dr. Raman Yaakob
Research fellow at the Southeast Asia Programme at the Lowry Institute
Lowry Institute
Episode: Sudan’s civil war devastates both lives and the economy

Host

Roger Hearing
Host of Business Matters, known for engaging dialogues with guests about current business events and issues.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 221 ratings
  • Fantastic guests, please change the host

    Consistently baiting the guests and playing devil’s advocate on the side of the devil, the host believes he is practicing “journalism” but instead shows himself to be morally bankrupt. Kudos to the guests for often pushing back and standing up to him but it’s exhausting for the listener.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ApesarDisso
    United States2 months ago
  • Roger Hearing Needs To Do His Homework

    I have been a listener for years and while it’s been a great podcast to hear current events and viewpoints, recently it’s been very clear the host Roger Hearing isn’t preparing himself accurately or well before hosting. He continuously have been asking guests questions with assumptions instead of knowing what actually occurred or what policies were written yet, repeats it with authority and as fact. It’s gotten so bad in past months that guests have had to continuously correct him on the same po... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Mr. Kayst
    United States3 months ago
  • Some guests ( especially one) are

    just ignorant and extremely arrogant ( i.e. program of May 7th 2024)

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    tempsdepluiedete
    Francea year ago
  • Duplicate episodes?

    What is the difference between this channel and World business report? Seems to be the same often.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Minamina99999
    Japana year ago
  • Hard to understand

    Devina has a accent that is hard to understand, her humour is flat, would be nice to have hosts with different backgrounds. The show is too often India /Asia centric. Sound quality is mediocre.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JCV76
    Canadaa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth analysis, though some express concerns about the clarity and relevance of the topics chosen.
Ratings indicate a mix of satisfaction with guests but some criticism of host performance and interview style.
Offers valuable insights into complex economic issues with a diverse range of guests.

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"No winners" in a trade war, says China's President
Q: How do you understand what Donald Trump has been talking about today?
Marta Voschinska explained that it is unclear what tariffs are meant to accomplish and emphasized concerns about manufacturing jobs.
"No winners" in a trade war, says China's President
Q: What do you think Xi Jinping's pitch will be to these countries?
Peter believes that Xi's case will be that China is a more stable partner compared to the US, emphasizing free trade.
Tension grows between President Trump and the Federal Reserve
Q: How crucial a moment do you think this is?
It's very damaging for the independence of the Federal Reserve.
Sudan’s civil war devastates both lives and the economy
Q: What role do you think business could play in this?
It's difficult for aid organizations to operate, and despite potential for business involvement, reaching the right people remains a challenge.
Sudan’s civil war devastates both lives and the economy
Q: How big a blow is the cut in funding for USAID for the people of Sudan?
It's a huge blow, with drastic cuts resulting in a significant reduction in aid to Sudan.

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Content primarily focuses on global business and finance, addressing economic developments, policies, and implications on international trade. Episodes typically feature insightful commentary from experts and correspondents, covering diverse topics such as tariffs, economic forecasts, and geopolitical events affecting markets. A distinctive aspect of the content is its blend of analytical discussions coupled with personal narratives from guests, often diving into regional implications and diverse international perspectives. The breadth of subjects, alongside the mix of guests from various sectors, provides listeners with a comprehensive view of business news that goes beyond mere headlines.

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2. Rick Woldenberg
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4. Kevin Hassett
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7. Jacob Rothman
8. Erin McLaughlin

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