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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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Hungary’s prime minister Viktor Orbán concedes, US President Donald Trump says America will launch a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after peace talks with Iran failed, and Wall Street banks are set to report trading revenues of more than $40b... more

Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains at a standstill, sales of used electric vehicles are surging in the US, and the International Monetary Fund is warning that the war’s shocks will be felt by the global economy for a while. Plus, the FT’s ... more

The Middle East ceasefire is strained, the FT’s Jamie Smyth explains how the uncertainty is hitting oil markets and Pakistan has become a mediator between the US and Iran. Plus, the data chief of the NHS has vowed to ignore controversy about Palantir... more

US President Donald Trump said he would “suspend the bombing and attack of Iran for a period of two weeks” subject to Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz, hedge funds made record bets against European stocks, Turkey has sold or loaned out $20bn of go... more

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Recent Guests

Marton Dunai
FT journalist covering Hungary election
Financial Times
Episode: US-Iran war boosts used electric vehicle sales
Jamie Smyth
FT's US Energy Editor
Financial Times
Episode: The oil market navigates a shaky ceasefire
Humza Jilani
FT reporter in Islamabad
Financial Times
Episode: The oil market navigates a shaky ceasefire
Rachel Rees
FT markets reporter
Financial Times
Episode: US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire talks
Gideon Rachman
Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator at the Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: The shifting geopolitics of Trump’s tariffs
Eva St. Clair
Co-founder of Princess Awesome
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Episode: How a small US business navigated Trump’s tariffs
Rebecca Melsky
Co-founder of Princess Awesome
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Episode: How a small US business navigated Trump’s tariffs
Alan Beatty
Senior trade writer for the FT, author of The Trade Secrets newsletter
Financial Times
Episode: How Trump's tariffs ripped up the global trade order
Arjun Neel-Alam
FT Asia Financial Correspondent
Financial Times
Episode: Hong Kong woos asset managers with potential tax cuts

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
  • 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 .

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jono golf
    United Kingdom2 months 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 States3 months ago
  • Terrible change

    Briefing is disappeared. Terrible change

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Cyn188
    Canada4 months ago
  • Now AI instead of human hosts

    Looks like FT now has embraced AI too

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Anon57829
    India4 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
    1
    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.
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Q: All right. So we're recording this on April 2nd, 2026, exactly one year after Trump's comments. Claire, the days and weeks following the tariff announcement, what were some of the things that occurred to you that would need to be ironed out?
Claire explains that economists were unsettled by how tariffs were calculated and the uncertainty surrounding policy, which translated into market volatility. She notes a fiscal boost from tariff revenue but questions about refunds and the long-term effects on growth, with the expectation that tariffs were unlikely to deliver the hoped-for manufacturing resurgence without a strong industrial policy and clear investment signals.
US and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire talks
Q: How many short positions are we talking about, and what does that figure actually mean?
The data show disclosures above a threshold, which indicate large or increasing short bets, but the figure can overstate true positions because a single fund may disclose multiple times as positions change.
US-Iran war boosts used electric vehicle sales
Q: Why are used electric vehicles becoming more attractive in the US now?
Because a glut of cheap used EVs hit the market from off-lease vehicles in the wake of policy incentives, combined with higher gasoline prices that make EV ownership comparatively cheaper, encouraging buyers who previously hesitated.
Counting the costs of Trump’s immigration crackdown
Q: Just tell me, why did you go to Southern Texas in the first place? What's happening there?
Guy explains that ICE raids disrupted construction sites, delaying projects and forcing longer loan terms, while builders described their reliance on migrant labor and concerns about replacements among domestic workers.
The oil market navigates a shaky ceasefire
Q: Hamza, aside from trying to help out two allies here, what's in it for Pakistan?
Humza Jilani outlines Pakistan's motivation as ending the war to prevent energy disruptions, protect its own fragile economy, secure fuel supplies, and demonstrate to the United States that it can be a responsible regional actor while managing tensions with Iran and regional allies.

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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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2. Jamie Smyth
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