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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Apple reported solid revenue growth in the past quarter, and investors are worried about the additional borrowing set out in UK chancellor Rachel Reevesâ Budget. The US warned that North Korean troops are expected to enter combat alongside Russiaâs army in the coming days, and Spain is set to become the worldâs fastest-growing major advanced economy this year.
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Appleâs revenue beats Wall Street expectations on higher iPhone sales
UK borrowing costs hit highest level this year after Budget
Ukraine and US warn Kyivâs troops could face North Korean forces âin daysâ
Spanish growth soars as Eurozone stumbles
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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Microsoftâs quarterly revenue rose 16% on strong cloud computing demand, the UKâs Labour party reveals bold tax increases and borrowing, and the US economy grew at an annualised rate of 2.8% in the third quarter. Plus, critics cry foul over a proof of citizenship law in Arizona.
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Microsoftâs revenue beats estimates on strong cloud demand from AI boom
Rachel Reeves announces ÂŁ40bn tax increase in UK Budget
Arizonaâs proof of citizenship complicates voting in US swing state
US GDP rose at a 2.8% rate in third quarter on strong consumer spending
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The FT News Briefing is produced by Niamh Rowe, Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson, Kasia Broussalian and Marc Filippino. Additional help from Michela Tindera, Katya Kumkova, 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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Alphabetâs profit jumped 34 per cent in the third quarter, and Israelâs parliament approved legislation on Monday that will ban a UN agency for Palestinian refugees from operating within Israeli territory. The US and Taiwan are preparing to negotiate a new tax agreement, and mobile chip designer Arm may try to rival Nvidia.
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Googleâs profits beat expectations on strong cloud computing growth
Israeli parliament passes law banning UN Palestinian refugee agency
US and Taiwan set for talks to end double taxation for companies
The rise and rise of Arm
Giant African rats join crackdown against illegal wildlife trade
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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PwCâs business in Asia contracted sharply in the past year, Boeing announced a $19bn share sale to help avoid a credit rating downgrade, and Volkswagen plans a massive restructuring that includes shutting at least three German plants. Plus, fears of violence have left some US election boards struggling to hire poll workers.
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PwC loses market share in Asia
Boeing launches $19bn share sale to bolster finances and avoid downgrade
Volkswagen plans to close at least 3 German plants and cut thousands of jobs
US polling places struggle to find workers after surge in threats
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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Iran has signalled that it will pursue a measured response to Israelâs latest strikes, and Georgiaâs opposition has called for protests after the ruling Georgian Dream party claims victory. Plus, the possibility of Donald Trumpâs trade war has hit the shares of export-sensitive European companies, and large investment funds are being forced to offload their shares in tech companies, or risk breaking US tax rules.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Iranâs supreme leader signals measured response to Israelâs attack
Vladimir Putinâs battle to keep Georgia in Russiaâs orbit
Georgiaâs opposition calls for protests as election outcome is disputed
European stocks hit by âTrump effectâ as odds tilt towards Republican win
Tech boom forces US funds to dump shares to avoid breach of tax rules
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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With the election just over a week away, Swamp Notes visited the University of Michigan to recap the final FT-Michigan Ross poll. Swamp Notes host Sonja Hutson is joined by the FTâs US managing editor Peter Spiegel, and Erik Gordon and Francine Lafontaine of the University of Michiganâs Ross School of Business to examine the poll results and explain why the economy remains top-of-mind for voters.
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Donald Trump takes lead over Kamala Harris on US economy in final FT poll
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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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Tesla shares leapt 22% after Elon Musk predicted an electric vehicle sales rebound, and Russiaâs pitch for a US dollar alternative failed to excite Brics leaders. Plus, a major change to the open source technology model could be coming.
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Tesla shares leap 22% after Elon Musk predicts sales rebound
Vladimir Putinâs alternative to âweaponisedâ dollar fails to excite Brics partners
The bill is coming for techâs open source free lunch
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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Boeingâs machinists voted on Wednesday to reject the companyâs latest offer and the US has finalised long-awaited âopen bankingâ rules, hoping it will inject more competition into the market. Plus, Deutsche Bank reported a record third-quarter profit and artificial intelligence start-up Anthropic has built a virtual agent that can perform tasks on a computer.
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Striking Boeing machinists reject offer as stand-off nears 6 weeks
US rolls out âopen bankingâ rules to make sharing financial data easier
Open banking challenges Americaâs cozy lendersâ club
Deutsche Bank warns of rising bad loan provisions
Anthropic says latest AI model can control usersâ computers
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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Deloitte has cut about 250 UK employees and HSBCâs chief executive has announced an overhaul of the bank. The IMF has warned global protectionism will endanger the worldâs growth outlook, as a possible Donald Trump victory in the US election raises the prospect of tariff increases. Plus, South Korea has called on Russia to stop the deployment of North Korean troops to fight in Ukraine.
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Deloitte axes 250 UK employees in performance-related cull
HSBC chief Georges Elhedery unveils sweeping overhaul of lender
Tariff surge would damage global growth, IMF warns
South Korea asks Russia to stop apparent North Korean troop deployment
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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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Share buybacks on mainland Chinaâs biggest exchanges have soared to a record high this year, and Israel has attacked an Hizbollah-affiliated financial institution in Lebanon. Plus, Disney has appointed former Morgan Stanley boss James Gorman as its new chair, and a trip to Americaâs third-biggest shopping mall offers answers to whatâs really going on in the US election.
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Israel strikes Hizbollah-linked lender in Lebanon
Disney sets new timetable to replace Bob Iger as chief
Four economic truths that explain the USâs bizarre election
Chinese share buybacks hit record high as Beijing steps up support
Chanel dips oar into sport with Oxford-Cambridge boat race tie-up
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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Trading in the worldâs second-largest IPO of 2024 begins on Tuesday, but retail investors have given a lukewarm reception to Hyundai Motor Indiaâs listing. A coalition of oil-producing African countries is seeking $5bn to fund projects on the continent, and Boeingâs largest labour union will vote on Wednesday whether to end a costly strike. Uber has explored a possible bid for Expedia, in what would be the companyâs largest acquisition. Plus, Elon Musk pledges to pay $1mn per day to random registered voters who sign his petition.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Boeing workers to vote on ending strike in critical week for plane maker
Uber explored takeover bid for Expedia
African countries seek $5bn for new fossil fuel project lender
Indian investors give short shrift to Asiaâs biggest IPO of 2024
Elon Musk criticised for offering $1mn prizes to voters who sign petition
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 2020 US election was one of the most contested in American history, and it culminated in an unprecedented attack on the US Capitol building by supporters of Donald Trump. FT data journalist Eva Xiao and US legal correspondent Joe Miller join this weekâs Swamp Notes podcast to explain how Trump and his allies are preparing to challenge the 2024 vote, and what election officials around the country are doing to prepare.
Mentioned in this podcast:
How Trump allies are sowing election doubts
âThere are bad actorsâ: Trumpâs nemesis fights to protect Georgiaâs vote
Americaâs dead-heat Trump-Harris election
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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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Israel says it has killed Yahya Sinwar, Hamasâs leader and the architect behind the October 7 2023 attacks. Mixed quarterly earnings from chipmakers send tech stocks yo-yoing, and the European Central Bank has cut interest rates by a quarter-point, amid signs that growth and inflation are weakening. Plus, South Africaâs Government of National Unity works to resolve tensions as it passes its 100-day milestone.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar killed in Gaza, Israel says
ASML shares drop sharply after warning on semiconductor recovery
Nvidia shares hit record as US âsoft landingâ hopes drive tech rebound
TSMC profits jump 54% on back of AI chip boom
ECB lowers rates to 3.25%
Optimism builds on South Africaâs âsecond miracleâ coalition
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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