Samantha Stewart

Good morning. The US Federal Reserve cut rates for the third consecutive meeting. Graphite is at the center of the US and China’s EV competition. And a big cloud of peppercorns may be on your restaurant horizon in 2025. Listen to the day’s top stories.

Good morning. Donald Trump and the GOP package up a plan to avoid a US government shutdown. AI heavyweights slow the pace of product development. And SpaceX helps a startup commercialize the Earth’s orbit. Listen to the day’s top stories.

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Good morning. US stocks struggle for direction after mixed jobless claims data. South Korea’s political drama continues. And Trump’s vow to ensure Bitcoin is US-made may prove challenging. Listen to the day’s top stories.

Good morning. Justin Trudeau resigns amid mounting pressure from his Liberal Party. Thailand’s tourism jumps 26% on eased entry rules. And a South American city is becoming a new magnet for wealth management. Listen to the day’s top stories.

Good morning. The S&P 500’s red-hot rally will be put to the test. Blue Origin prepares for its first rocket launch. And the Australian Open got off to a wet start. Listen to the day’s top stories.

Good morning. JPMorgan has a new COO. Eli Lilly posts disappointing revenue for the fourth quarter. And AI helps track the safety of those celebrating India’s Maha Kumbh Mela festival. Listen to the day’s top stories.

Good morning. US Treasury pick Scott Bessent targeted China and tax cuts in his confirmation hearing. Rio Tinto and Glencore are said to be in talks on a combination. And Nintendo will unveil its next-generation Switch in April. Listen to the day’s top stories.

Good morning. TikTok is returning to US phones after it temporarily went dark. Fuji TV continues to lose advertisers in the wake of scandal. And a gleaming-gold all-carbon yacht can be yours for just €19.9 million. Listen to the day’s top stories.

Good morning. Argentina’s president says he would exit Mercosur for a US trade pact if necessary. Epic is lagging behind Roblox in the gaming race. And Saudi Arabia received a record number of foreign tourists in 2024. Listen to the day’s top stories.