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FT News Briefing

Financial Times
Donald Trump
Artificial Intelligence
China
Federal Reserve
United States
Ukraine
NVIDIA
European Union
Iran
Venezuela
Openai
Russia
Japan
Inflation
Netflix
Tariffs
Saudi Arabia
France
Elon Musk
Electric Vehicles

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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Courtney Gilmore
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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 8.6k ratings
  • Part of my Morning Routine

    I love listening to FT Mews Briefing. They present the news with a concise, neutral tone. Though a lot of the news fixates on the US, I like that they also include international affairs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A Female Canadian Listener
    Canada11 days ago
  • Everyday ritual

    Mark and team do a fantastic job on both coverage and delivery. Victoria’s been a great addition to the team, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sj2216
    India11 days ago
  • The best!

    Crisp, intelligent, non-hyped stories backed by the Financial Times deep-resourced reporting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Refined Taster
    United States11 days ago
  • Essential

    I listen every weekday to keep up in a world that is changing too fast. I am no financial whiz, but I can always understand the reporting and benefit from the insights. Plus, somehow it is entertaining and can be fun.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FanAEN
    United States12 days ago
  • Great podcast.

    A great distilled source to start the day with the right spark, with the professionalism and tact we are used to with the FT.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    InB4TheLock
    Italy12 days 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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UK bond vigilantes ride again
Q: What is the bond market signaling about the UK leadership situation?
The market is signaling concern and demanding higher yields as a risk premium if leadership changes occur, implying investors expect a more cautious fiscal stance or longer-term debt issuance.
What Big Tech wants out of Trump’s China visit
Q: Why did Trump bring tech leaders on this trip? What did he and they hope to accomplish?
The leaders aimed to expand market access and secure regulatory approvals to enable greater business in China, including self-driving tech for Tesla, AI processors for Nvidia, and AI-enabled devices for Apple, while navigating ongoing export controls and political tensions.
Germany’s far-right boosted by stance against Iran war
Q: Give us a little background on the alternative for Germany. How does it stack up against other populist movements like MAGA in the US?
Anne-Sylvaine Chastity explains that the AfD is positioned on the far right, has campaigned on mass deportation, and has intensified its alignment with or distancing from MAGA depending on foreign policy signals, especially in reaction to the Iran conflict. The party's appeal is strongest in eastern Germany and in contexts where anti-American sentiment and economic concerns converge, potentially reshaping regional politics and national dynamics.
Could the US scrap quarterly reporting?
Q: What would need to happen in order to make this a done deal?
There would be a 60-day comment period during which stakeholders can weigh in, after which SEC staff review those comments, finalize recommendations, and a vote would follow, with a press release confirming whether the rule change moves forward or is rejected.
Could the US scrap quarterly reporting?
Q: So how big of a deal is this? I mean, how long has the SEC been requiring quarterly reports?
Quarterly reporting has been the norm since the early 1970s, meaning roughly half a century of four filings a year, so reducing this to two filings would be a substantial shift in how investors receive corporate information and how companies time their disclosures.

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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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