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Donald Trump mostly nominated mainstream conservatives to his first cabinet after the 2016 election. Some high-level appointees back then barely knew Trump, but this time around, heâs selected close allies and loyalists. The FTâs deputy Washington bureau chief Lauren Fedor, and Trumpâs short-tenured former communications director Anthony Scaramucci join this weekâs Swamp Notes to discuss what Trumpâs picks say about how his new White House will operate.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Lutnick and Bessentâs battle for Treasury secretary turns bitter as Trump expands field
Donald Trumpâs alarming picks for government
The life and tastes of Anthony Scaramucci
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Check out the latest episode of Anthony Scaramucciâs podcast, âThe Rest is Politics - USâ
Swamp Notes is produced by Ethan Plotkin, Sonja Hutson, Lauren Fedor and Marc Filippino. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Special thanks to Pierre Nicholson.
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Matt Gaetz has withdrawn his name from consideration for US attorney-general, and billionaire Gautam Adani faces charges over an alleged scheme to bribe Indian officials. The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and FT economics columnist Chris Giles unpacks just how much tariffs will increase prices in the US.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Matt Gaetz withdraws as Trumpâs nominee for attorney-general
Indian billionaire Gautam Adani charged in US over alleged $250mn bribery scheme
ICC issues arrest warrant for Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu
Tariffs and taxes are not very inflationary
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
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Nvidiaâs third-quarter revenue almost doubled from a year ago, and UK inflation accelerated in October as energy prices rose. Disgraced Archegos founder Bill Hwang is sentenced to 18 years in prison for fraud, and China has prepared powerful countermeasures to retaliate against US companies if president-elect Donald Trump reignites a trade war.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Nvidia revenue nearly doubles as AI chip demand remains strong
UK inflation accelerates sharply to 2.3% in October
More growth, inflation and uncertainty: the BoEâs Budget verdict
Archegosâs Bill Hwang sentenced to 18 years in prison
China arms itself for potential trade war with Donald Trump
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Bridgewater is joining forces with State Streetâs asset management arm to offer an ETF, Ukraine has struck a military target inside Russia using US-made long-range missiles for the first time, and Walmartâs third-quarter revenue beat forecasts. Plus, Asiaâs arms makers and naval shipbuilders are leading a global surge in defence stocks.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Bridgewater opens strategy to retail investors through State Street ETF
Ukraine strikes Russia with US-made long-range missiles for first time
Walmart raises guidance as it beats third-quarter forecasts
Asian arms makers lead defence stock rally in bet on global rearmament
Thames Water dumps 104bn litres of sewage ahead of new tunnel opening
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
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Israel says it struck a âspecific componentâ of Iranâs nuclear programme last month, and US business leaders are warning Donald Trumpâs deportation plan could create mass labour shortages. Vanguardâs retail shareholders can now vote for profit over ESG issues, and Chinese tech companies are building AI teams in Silicon Valley, despite Washingtonâs sanctions.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Netanyahu says Israel hit âspecific componentâ in Iranâs nuclear programme last month
Business owners warn Donald Trumpâs deportation plan could shut them down
Vanguard says shareholders can vote for profits over ESG issues
Chinese tech groups build AI teams in Silicon Valley
Huel profits surge as meal replacement maker broadens fan base
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
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President Joe Biden has authorised Ukraine to launch limited strikes into Russia using US-made long-range missiles, and the worldâs largest economies are gathering in Brazil for a G20 summit overshadowed by Donald Trump. The US dollar is rallying, as markets expect that the next administration will reignite inflation. Meanwhile, the president-electâs tariff proposals have sent European markets tumbling. Plus, offshore oil is back.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Biden allows Ukraine to strike Russia with US-made long-range missiles
Bitcoin, dollar and Tesla jump as investors pile into âTrump tradesâ
European stocks lag US by record margin as âTrump tradeâ bites
Donald Trump victory threatens to throw G20 initiatives into disarray
Offshore oil is back. At what cost?
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
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Who will corporate America's winners and losers be under four more years of Donald Trump? This week, the FTâs Brooke Masters, Stephen Morris and Jamie Smyth explain what changes a second Trump administration will bring to three crucial sectors: Wall Street, tech and energy.
This is an episode of the Financial Times podcast Behind the Money. If you like what you hear, click here to listen to more episodes.
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For further reading:
Can the renewables boom withstand Trump?
A Wall Street giddy over Trump should remember history
Whoâs who in the Musk âA-teamâ vying to shape Trump 2.0
Trump 2.0: winners, losers and Elon
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On X, follow Brooke Masters (@brookeamasters), Stephen Morris (@sjhmorris), Jamie Smyth (@JamieSmythF) and Michela Tindera (@mtindera07), or follow Michela on LinkedIn for updates about the show and more.
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The Democratic party is hardly monolithic. But if thereâs one thing thatâs kept it together over the past decade, itâs been a shared opposition to Donald Trump. Now that Trump is returning to the White House, how will the party try to win voters back? The FTâs deputy Washington bureau chief Lauren Fedor and US national editor and columnist Ed Luce join this weekâs Swamp Notes podcast to discuss how the Democrats are thinking about the future.
Mentioned in this podcast:
âThey donât understand my lifeâ: what the Democrats misread about America
How the Democrats can win in 2028
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Swamp Notes is produced by Ethan Plotkin, Sonja Hutson, Lauren Fedor and Marc Filippino. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Special thanks to Pierre Nicholson.
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The Federal Trade Commission is preparing to launch an investigation into anti-competitive practices at Microsoftâs cloud computing business, and the FTâs Katie Martin explains why the post-election excitement around crypto comes down to vibes and vision. Plus, Disneyâs earnings jumped 39 per cent, and Berkshire Hathaway has investors asking questions after filling its coffers by unwinding its most profitable trade.
Mentioned in this podcast:
FTC to investigate Microsoft over cloud dominance
Bitcoinâs big bang moment is impossible to ignore
âDeadpool & Wolverineâ drives earnings revival at Disney
Warren Buffettâs Apple share sales and cash pile spark intrigue over motives
The Onion to acquire Infowars out of bankruptcy
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Mischa Frankl-Duval, Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Republican John Thune will be the next leader of the Senate, and the president-elect gets to work filling out his cabinet. Plus, US inflation rose to 2.6 per cent in October, as the Federal Reserve debates whether to cut interest rates next month. Plus, activist investor Effissimo Capital Management has taken a stake in struggling carmaker Nissan.
Mentioned in this podcast:
John Thune elected to Senate leadership in rebuke to Trump allies
Donald Trump picks Matt Gaetz as attorney-general
Donald Trump taps Fox News host Pete Hegseth for defence secretary
US inflation rises to 2.6%
Nissan shares jump after activist investor takes stake
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Donald Trumpâs âhush moneyâ case has been paused, Ukraine has been building on its âvictory planâ for his incoming administration and SoftBank reported that it is profitable again. Plus, Wall Street has loaned billions of dollars to a niche group of tech companies based on their possession of Nvidiaâs artificial intelligence chips.
Mentioned in this podcast:
New York judge delays decision on Donald Trumpâs âhush moneyâ sentencing
Ukraine seeks to win over Trump with natural resources and troop proposals
SoftBank returns to profit as Indian IPOs boost Vision Fund gains
Wall Street frenzy creates $11bn debt market for AI groups buying Nvidia chips
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Calendar year inflows in to exchange traded funds surpassed their previous full-year record at the end of October, and we look at how Donald Trumpâs win ushers in a new era for Elon Musk. Plus, rival groups of bondholders are vying to extend loans to the troubled UK utility Thames Water.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Elon Muskâs gamble on Donald Trump pays off
How Thames Water became a battleground for hedge funds
ETF flows smash full year record
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Mischa Frankl-Duval, Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Donald Trumpâs election victory has sent shockwaves across the renewable energy industry, and China has announced fiscal stimulus to bail out local governments. Bitcoin hit $80,000 for the first time as cryptocurrency investors anticipate looser regulations under Trump, and Argentinaâs legal battles could complicate President Javier Mileiâs attempts to fix the countryâs struggling economy.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Trump election victory deals blow to US clean energy industry
China unveils $1.4tn package to shore up economy
Bitcoin hits high as Trump records clean sweep of seven swing states
Litigation âtsunamiâ breaks over Argentinaâs President Javier Milei
Credit: MARA
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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The Republicans swept to power in Tuesdayâs election, winning the White House, the Senate, and probably the House of Representatives. Voter dissatisfaction with the economy played a big part in their success. The FTâs Washington bureau chief James Politi and global business columnist Rana Foroohar join this election week episode of Swamp Notes to explain why Democrats failed to deliver a convincing economic message, and what Donald Trumpâs disruptive agenda could mean for the US economy.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Wall Street rejoices as the bell tolls for Biden-era regulation
Economists warn Trumpâs policies will trigger inflation
Bitcoin hits record above $75,000 as crypto industry celebrates Trump win
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Swamp Notes is produced by Ethan Plotkin, Sonja Hutson, Lauren Fedor and Marc Filippino. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Special thanks to Pierre Nicholson.
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US stocks rallied after Donald Trumpâs election victory, but the euphoria could be short-lived if his policies drive up inflation. Plus, German opposition leader Friedrich Merz has called for snap elections as early as January following the collapse of Olaf Scholzâs government, and Trumpâs victory is set to cast a pall over the UN COP29 summit next week.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Risk assets rally but bond market views Donald Trumpâs victory with caution
Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for second consecutive meeting
German opposition leader Friedrich Merz calls for snap elections
Trump victory seen as blow to climate action ahead of COP summit
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Wall Street stocks hit a record high but investors dumped bonds after Donald Trumpâs historic US election victory, and the FTâs Lauren Fedor explains what to expect from his agenda. In Europe, leaders have vowed to preserve a united front and work with Trump, and export-reliant economies across the world brace for his promised tariff increases.
Mentioned in this podcast:
US stocks hit record high after Donald Trump clinches victory
Donald Trump elected US president in historic comeback
Donald Trump unleashed: what a second term will bring
European leaders vow to work with Donald Trump despite fears
Global economy prepares for the Trump âmacro shockâ
Trumpâs tariff obsession is worse than before
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
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A divided US electorate made their choice at the polls yesterday, after candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump spent a combined $3.5bn in their race for the White House. Plus, Germanyâs government is in talks on next yearâs budget amid fears the coalition could collapse.
Mentioned in this podcast:
US election 2024 live results: US voters make their choice in historically tight election
Donald Trump and Kamala Harris spend $3.5bn in most expensive presidential election
German vice-chancellor extends olive branch to avert coalition collapse
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
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The dollar weakened on Monday as global markets reined in their bets on a victory for Donald Trump in the US presidential election, and the Financial Timesâ James Politi explains what to look out for as results trickle in. Plus, Spainâs prime minister is facing political backlash over the countryâs historic flooding and the Nigeria-based fintech Moniepoint has gained âunicornâ status.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Dollar weakens as investors rein in bets on Trump victory
Spainâs political leaders turn on each other over flood catastrophe
US election 2024: a comprehensive guide to the presidential race
Nigeria-based fintech Moniepoint gains âunicornâ status
Credit: AFP
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Chinese authorities are demanding wealthy individuals and companies double-check their taxes for unpaid liabilities, and the largest US companies are facing two starkly different financial futures after the election. The UK Conservative party elects right-wing Kemi Badenoch as leader, and share prices of clean hydrogen companies have collapsed due to delayed projects and dwindling demand.
Mentioned in this podcast:
China piles pressure on rich people and companies to cough up taxes
Whatâs at stake in US election? $250bn in taxes for corporate America
Kemi Badenoch wins Conservative party leadership race
US and European hydrogen stock prices collapse as prospects deflate
The FT Alphaville pub quiz returns to New York City this November
The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Mischa Frankl-Duval, Breen Turner, Sam Giovinco, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Our engineer is Joseph Salcedo. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The showâs theme song is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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In a campaign full of twists and turns, one thing has stayed surprisingly steady: the polls. On this final pre-election episode of Swamp Notes, the FTâs senior data journalist Oliver Roeder and deputy Washington bureau chief Lauren Fedor explain why the polls have barely budged this cycle, and how Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are motivating their voters in the raceâs final days.
Mentioned in this podcast:
One week to go: what is the state of the US presidential race?
What the polls canât tell us about Americaâs election
Trump rallyâs Puerto Rico slur lands with a thud in Pennsylvania
âBehind the Moneyâ: US election betting is on a roll
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Swamp Notes is produced by Ethan Plotkin, Sonja Hutson, Lauren Fedor and Marc Filippino. Topher Forhecz is the FTâs executive producer. The FTâs global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. Special thanks to Pierre Nicholson.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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