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FT News Briefing

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A rundown of the most important global business stories you need to know for the coming day, from the newsroom of the Financial Times. Available every weekday morning.

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The EU wants to make mergers a bit easier, Wall Street banks are offloading $18bn of debt tied to video game maker Electronic Arts, and investors are piling into cash at the fastest rate since the Covid-19 pandemic. Plus, the FT’s Ahmed Al Omran expl... more

The FT’s Gideon Rachman explains what the Strait of Hormuz’s closure means strategically for Iran, Italy’s UniCredit has launched a €35bn takeover offer for Commerzbank and China’s oil stockpile is put to the test as the strait remains closed. Plus, ... more

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Recent Guests

Michelle Chan
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Episode: How Saudi Arabia’s bet on Iran backfired
Ed White
FT China Correspondent
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Episode: Iran war tests China’s oil stockpile
Stephanie Findley
Houston correspondent
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Episode: US shale producers not yet tempted by $100 oil
Sam Fleming
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Charles Clover
FT defense and security correspondent
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Episode: US-Iran war boosts Russian oil revenues
Anastasia Stogny
FT Russia correspondent
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Episode: US-Iran war boosts Russian oil revenues
Emily Herbert
FT Markets Reporter
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Episode: Hold on — tech stocks are a safe haven now?
Chris Kay
FT Mumbai Bureau Chief
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Episode: Hold on — tech stocks are a safe haven now?

Hosts

Marc Filippino
Host and editor who regularly leads the discussion, providing insights with an engaging and informative style.
Victoria Craig
Host who delivers key news updates and provides context on financial stories.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 8.5k ratings
  • A good start to the day

    Nice potted summary that is worth a listen before the day kicks off . Like the varied worldwide commentary on a handful of sometimes quite disparate topics .

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    Jono golf
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • FT News Briefing — Great News Program, Terrible Podcast Art - What Happened?

    Marc Filippino and Clare Williamson’s news round-up each weekday provides a well-rounded catch up of topical and current geopolitical news and business news from Silicon Valley’s board rooms to the stories stirring in global capitols. Its razor-sharp focus on the news stories that matter offer a researched perspective in a pacy news cycle behind the headlines.

    My only quibble for 2026 for all of the FT’s informative podcasts is: why did they fire their designer or did he or she depart the este... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Eric Tigre
    United States2 months ago
  • Terrible change

    Briefing is disappeared. Terrible change

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cyn188
    Canada3 months ago
  • Now AI instead of human hosts

    Looks like FT now has embraced AI too

    Apple Podcasts
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    Anon57829
    India3 months ago
  • Claire’s reporting leads to a downgrade

    Powell had a normal statement for December. She simply overreacted. I expect reporting, but not personal opinions.

    Apple Podcasts
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    nickhjj
    South Korea5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the informative and concise overview of current events, making it a great start to their day.
Overall, the podcast is seen as a reliable source for business news, though there are occasional criticisms regarding its US-centric focus.
Some listeners have expressed concerns about recent changes in hosts and content focus, wishing for a more consistent approach to topics.
The delivery is often praised for its clarity and depth, providing important news insights in an accessible format.

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How Saudi Arabia’s bet on Iran backfired
Q: What will investors be looking for as these deals unfold?
Investors are watching whether pricing can improve versus the original tags and whether the deal can act as a barometer for future junk‑rated debt, potentially opening the market for more activity if priced well.
How Saudi Arabia’s bet on Iran backfired
Q: So Michelle, why do they want to offload the debt now?
She explains that macro uncertainties, Middle East conflicts, and a broader sell‑off of software names have made it tough to launch new deals, so banks are using the calmer window to test investor appetite and de‑risk their balance sheets.
US-Iran war boosts Russian oil revenues
Q: How are those two factors going to shape the outcome of this conflict?
Trump's focus on deterring Iran and the oil-price dynamics create competing incentives; the US may press for a quick strategic objective, but market responses and Iranian resilience could push the conflict into a longer timeline with sustained energy-market volatility.
US-Iran war boosts Russian oil revenues
Q: So US President Donald Trump has made clear he wants a short conflict. Iran keeps ratcheting up attacks. How can we square this circle about what happens next?
Iran seems intent on deterring further action by signaling continued resistance, while the US faces internal and strategic pressures; analysts suggest a difficult, prolonged scenario with varying paths to de-escalation or escalation, depending on regional actions and external pressure.
Federal Reserve holds steady as inflation fears mount
Q: So tell us more about what Powell was saying in that clip that we just heard. Why did the Federal Reserve hold rates and signal that they're going to cut later this year?
Claire Jones explains that while the Fed held rates due to uncertainty and a weakening labor market, officials still expect to ease borrowing costs later this year, pricing in a potential cut even as inflation projections rose in the dot plot, reflecting cautious optimism that price pressures will ease as oil prices normalize.

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A weekday morning show designed to inform listeners about the most significant global business happenings, the content focuses on financial news, economic developments, and geopolitical events impacting markets. Each episode combines discussions on contemporary topics such as corporate scandals, emerging trends in technology and finance, and major political events, often featuring expert insights from industry leaders and journalists. Unique elements include rapid-fire delivery and a focus on both major financial institutions and broader economic themes, ensuring it's a key resource for professionals and anyone interested in the dynamics shaping today's economy.

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3. Stephanie Findley
4. Sam Fleming
5. Steve Perret
6. Charles Clover
7. Anastasia Stogny
8. Emily Herbert

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