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Apple reported a blockbuster rise in revenue last quarter, and Blackstone is preparing to take a series of long-held investments public. Plus, Canadaâs oil industry is thriving as it pushes into Asian markets. Plus, some US oil majors are reporting earnings, which could give us a window into whether they're preparing to invest in Venezuela.
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Apple hails âremarkableâ $144bn quarter with best-ever iPhone sales
Blackstone lines up âone of largest IPO pipelines in historyâ
Canadaâs oil industry thrives as sales to China soar
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
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Tesla on Wednesday reported its first-ever fall in annual revenue, Donald Trump has warned Iran that âtime is running outâ to reach a deal to avert US military action, and the Federal Reserve kept interest rates on hold. Plus, the worldâs biggest mining companies have added close to half a trillion dollars to their valuations this year, triggered by heightened geopolitical tensions.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Tesla trims car line up in pivot to AI as annual revenue falls for first time
Federal Reserve signals no rush to cut interest rates as US economy powers ahead
Trump warns Iran âtime is running outâ for deal to avert US military action
Metals surge boosts value of mining groups by almost $500bn
Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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US health insurance stocks plunged yesterday, and New Delhi and Brussels have agreed a trade deal that will eliminate up to âŹ4bn of tariffs on EU exports. Plus, Nato is increasing its military presence in the Arctic to counter Russia.
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US health insurer stocks plummet on Trump Medicare spending plan
EU and India seal trade pact to slash âŹ4bn of tariffs on blocâs exports
How Nato is preparing for war in the Arctic
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Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson and edited by Marc Filippino. It was produced by Fiona Symon and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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The Trump administration has linked security guarantees for Ukraine to Kyiv ceding the Donbas region to Russia, and thereâs speculation that the US and Japan could be working together to support the yen. Plus, Israelâs military announced it had retrieved the remains of the last hostage from the Gaza Strip, and Big Tech companies are on track to dominate borrowing in the US bond market.
Mentioned in this podcast:
US links security guarantees for Ukraine to peace deal ceding territory
Dollar sinks to 4-month low and gold soars past $5,000 as yen leaps
Israel retrieves remains of last hostage in Gaza
Big Techâs borrowing spree raises US bond market fears
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson, and produced by Clare Williamson and Marc Filippino. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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The Trump administrationâs immigration enforcement agency faces growing backlash after federal agents fatally shot a second protester in two weeks, and Trump teases his pick for the USâs next Federal Reserve chair. Plus, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer goes on the charm offensive in Beijing, and why the US is investing in rare-earths companies.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Trump faces growing backlash against immigration crackdown after shooting
BlackRockâs Rick Rieder surges ahead in race to chair Federal Reserve
Keir Starmer prepares for his Chinese charm offensive
US to invest $1.6bn into rare earths group in bid to shore up key minerals
Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Julia Webster. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Intel shares slide 12 per cent as supply constraints limit growth, and Trumpâs âBoard of Peaceâ is dividing the USâs allies. Plus, Iranâs government is seizing properties and businesses after protests rocked the country, and Victoria Craig unpacks next weekâs meeting of the Federal Reserve.
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Intel shares slide 12 per cent as supply constraints limit growth
Iran seizes properties and businesses in crackdown after unrest
Who wants to join Donald Trumpâs âBoard of Peaceâ?
Fed chair gender reveal post
Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Henry Larson, Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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US President Donald Trump has dropped his tariff threat on Greenland, and the FTâs Derek Brower explains how Trump has navigated the World Economic Forum in Davos. Plus, EU lawmakers have postponed the ratification of a trade deal with the Mercosur group of South American economies, and US Supreme Court justices appeared sceptical of Donald Trumpâs efforts to sack Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook.
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Greenland latest: Trump rules out using force but calls for âimmediate negotiationsâ
Trumpâs Greenland pivot puts Europe in a bind
Howard Lutnick heckled at Davos dinner as Christine Lagarde walks out
EU lawmakers vote to delay Mercosur trade pact over legal concerns
Supreme Court justices express scepticism over Donald Trumpâs attempt to sack Fedâs Lisa Cook
Berkshire Hathaway considers selling $7.7bn stake in Kraft Heinz
Credit: World Economic Forum, Supreme Court of The United States
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kent Militzer. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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US equities and the dollar fell in response to transatlantic tension over Greenland, and the FTâs Robin Wigglesworth breaks down the idea of Europe leveraging its US Treasuries to influence President Donald Trump. Plus, Netflix said that the entertainment industry remains âintensely competitiveâ, and China is selling drone components to Russia and Ukraine.
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Dollar and US stocks fall as Trump says âno going backâ on Greenland bid
Could Europe really leverage its $12.6tn pile of US assets?
Netflix highlights industry competition as it seeks Warner Bros deal approval
The Chinese suppliers that could decide the drone war in Ukraine
Credit: Reuters
Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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China has registered its lowest number of births since records began. European governments weigh up options to bring down the high cost of their state pensions? Saudi Arabian banks borrow at record pace. Plus, Chinese EV carmakers have their eyes on the UK.
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China registers lowest number of births since records began
Chinaâs GDP grows 5% in 2025 as exports offset weak domestic outlook
Can Europe still afford its generous state pensions?
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Josh Gabert Doyon, and produced by Clare Williamson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann, Michael Lello and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Manuela Saragosa. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
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As Europe considers retaliation measures to US President Donald Trumpâs tariff threat to NATO allies that oppose his Greenland-takeover bid, Denmark seeks to bolster its own relationship with the Arctic island. Plus, the US capture of Venezuelaâs president has boosted demand for Latin America political risk cover. And, geopolitics is the topic du jour at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
Mentioned in this podcast:
EU readies âŹ93bn tariffs in retaliation for Trumpâs Greenland threat
Denmarkâs development bank has âhuge appetiteâ to invest in Greenland, CEO says
NicolĂĄs Maduro ousting boosts demand for Latin America political risk cover
Behind the Money podcast: Davosâ fight for relevance
Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Julia Webster and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Credit: NBC, White House, World Economic Forum
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The EU is proposing a new way to allow Ukraine to join the bloc, and it was the best year for US investment banks since 2021. Plus, a look into the iron ore market and the role China is playing in it, and a preview of the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Mentioned in this podcast:
EU âmembership-liteâ plan for Ukraine spooks European capitals
Jamie Dimon warns Trump administrationâs attacks on Fed could boost inflation
Chinaâs state iron ore buyer flexes muscles in talks with global miners
Behind the Money podcast: Davosâ fight for relevance
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Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Mischa Frankl-Duval, Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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US President Donald Trump has not ruled out military action in Iran and Japanâs Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi plans to call a snap general election. Plus, Donald Trumpâs âunpredictableâ policies have prompted bond giant Pimco to diversify away from US assets, and US banks push back against Trumpâs credit card cap plans.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Donald Trump says he has received assurances âkilling in Iran is stoppingâ
Japanâs Sanae Takaichi to call snap election
Donald Trumpâs âunpredictableâ policies to fuel multiyear shift from US, Pimco says
Wall Street hits back at Trump credit card cap plans
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
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Two former senior executives at the collapsed subprime car lender Tricolor Holdings pleaded not guilty to fraud and financial crime charges, and Microsoft is pledging to âpay its wayâ for its AI data centres. Plus, US inflation stayed at 2.7 per cent in December, and weâll talk about what Balderton Capitalâs early investment in Revolut can teach us about venture capital investment.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Tricolor executives plead not guilty to charges stemming from collapse
Microsoft vows to âpay its wayâ as it seeks to defuse data centre backlash
US inflation stays at 2.7% in December
Billions from a million: the London VC that hit the jackpot with Revolut
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michael Lello and Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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UBS chief executive Sergio Ermotti is planning to step down in April 2027, and Paramount threatened a proxy fight in its latest move to force Warner Bros Discovery back to the negotiating table. Plus, the FTâs Robert Armstrong explains what could come next in US President Donald Trumpâs crackdown on the Federal Reserve.
Mentioned in this podcast:
UBS boss Sergio Ermotti plans to step down in April 2027
Paramount threatens proxy fight in battle for Warner Bros Discovery
What is behind the criminal investigation into Jay Powell?
Former Fed chiefs attack DoJ probe into Jay Powell
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino and produced by Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FTâs Global Head of Audio. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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US federal prosecutors opened a criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell, and civil unrest continues to threaten the Islamic regime in Iran. Plus, earnings season kicks off this week with the bank results.
Mentioned in this podcast:
US prosecutors investigate Jay Powell over revamp of Fed headquarters
Iran warns US against intervention
Wall Street headed for best investment banking year since pandemic
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Julia Webster and Marc Filippino and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Alex Higgins. Additional help from Peter Barber. The FTâs executive producer is Topher Forhecz. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Source: Federal Reserve, White House
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This is a repeat of an episode published on Swamp Notes, a sister podcast of the FT News Briefing on January 9, 2026. Subscribe to Swamp Notes on Apple, Spotify, Pocket Casts or wherever you listen.
After a military operation to capture Venezuela's leader, the Trump administration is seeking influence over other regions across the western hemisphere. The FTâs national editor Edward Luce and US-Europe foreign affairs correspondent Amy Mackinnon share their insights on how Trump and his cabinet have come to embrace the idea of foreign intervention.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Trump really wants Greenland
US says using military is among âoptionsâ to acquire Greenland
How the USâs audacious operation to capture NicolĂĄs Maduro unfolded
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Swamp Notes is hosted by Marc Filippino, and produced by Henry Larson. This weekâs show was mixed by Sam Giovinco. The FTâs acting co-head of audio is Topher Forhecz. Special thanks to Pierre Nicholson.
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CREDIT: Roll Call, CNN, Democracy Now!
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Glencore and Rio Tinto resume mining megamerger talks, protests in Iran over economic conditions are the largest in years, and the US trade deficit narrowed to its lowest level since 2009. Plus, is there a right way for chief executives to exit a company?
Mentioned in this podcast:
Glencore and Rio Tinto resume talks on mining megadeal
Iran protests spread to neglected hinterlands
US trade deficit slides to lowest level since 2009 in October
Art of the exit: is there a right way for CEOs to quit?
CREDIT: Reuters
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Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig, and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michael Lello. The FTâs acting co-head of audio is Topher Forhecz. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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The US wants to control Venezuelan oil sales âindefinitelyâ but the âcatastrophicâ state of the Latin American nationâs crude facilities presents several hurdles. Plus, President Donald Trump banned institutional investors from buying single-family homes, and the UK and France pledged to deploy troops to Ukraine as part of sweeping US-backed security guarantees.
Mentioned in this podcast:
US seeks to control sales of Venezuelan oil âindefinitelyâ
The âcatastrophicâ state of Venezuelaâs oil facilities
Donald Trump moves to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes
France and UK commit to deploying troops under proposed Ukraine peace deal
Credit: CNBC Television
Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Michael Lello. The FTâs acting co-head of audio is Topher Forhecz. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Leading asset managers are positioning for a sharp sell-off in US technology stocks, Venezuelaâs government has launched a crackdown after the US captured NicolĂĄs Maduro, and the Trump administration is meeting with executives from US oil majors to discuss its strategy for Venezuela. Plus, the FTâs Joe Leahy explains how US involvement in Venezuela could affect China.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Fund managers prepare for âreckoningâ in US tech sector
Venezuela launches wave of repression after US seizure of NicolĂĄs Maduro
US oil tankers sail towards Venezuela as risk of production âcollapseâ looms
Chinaâs influence in US backyard tested by NicolĂĄs Maduroâs downfall
Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Fiona Symon, Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and Michael Lello.The FTâs acting co-head of audio is Topher Forhecz. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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Ousted Venezuelan president Nicolas Maduro pleaded not guilty to narco trafficking charges, and smaller private investors are eager to invest in Venezuelan oil. Plus, Chinese carmarkers are expected to increase exports this year, and weâll look at how south-east Asia has been riding out Trumpâs tariff storm.
Mentioned in this podcast:
Maduro pleads not guilty to drug-trafficking charges in New York court
What is Trumpâs plan for Venezuelan oil?
Ex-Chevron executive seeks $2bn for Venezuelan oil projects
Chinese car exports set to jump as domestic sales cool
How south-east Asia is riding out Trumpâs tariff storm
Note: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts
Todayâs FT News Briefing was hosted and edited by Marc Filippino, and produced by Victoria Craig and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Kaye Wiggins, Gavin Kallmann, and Michael Lello. The FTâs acting co-head of audio is Topher Forhecz. The showâs theme music is by Metaphor Music.
Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com
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