Is there still hope for the US economy?

The IMF's latest report acknowledges that US growth has actually been stronger this year than it was expecting. But with a government shutdown entering a third week, we see some worrying signs for the world's largest economy. Also why France is giving up on its plans to increase the retirement age? And President Trump has welcomed Argentina's liberaltarian president, Javier Milei, to the White House, days after the US agreed to provide major financial help. You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has presented the government’s long-awaited budget. But will it pass? And can the government finally resolve the recurring political battle over raising the retirement age?The International Monetary Fund has released its global economic outlook, projecting growth of 3.2% for the year ahead. However, concerns remain over global trade and the potential impact of tariffs.And Cape Verde’s national football team has qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time. We take a look at the investment that helped get them there.

Why is Microsoft switching off from one of the world's most used operating systems. And how bad that could be for millions of computer users around the world. How big a deal could this be? Also why Madagascar, one of the world's poorest nations, is now in turmoil with its President fleeing the country. And The Royal Australian Mint is releasing new $1 Bluey coins this week and they are already being pre-sold online for inflated prices. It follows the wildly popular release of Bluey coins last year. So what makes Bluey so popular? You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

Hannah Mulane breaks down China’s latest economic data. Could it strengthen their hand ahead of trade talks with the US?We also look at whether France’s new government can push its budget through parliament.And how the Australian Royal Mint are looking to cash in on animated cartoon Bluey now estimated to be worth two billion dollars.

President Trump is threatening to cancel his meeting with Xi Jinping and, in a post on Truth Social, warned of “strange things happening in China.” He says Beijing is planning sweeping export controls on rare earths — and the U.S. is now calculating a massive tariff hike.U.S. businesses trading with China are watching closely —and soybean farmers especially so. We speak to their trade body and ask their reaction.Plus, cocoa prices have taken a tumble to their lowest level in nearly two years, after a wild rally that squeezed chocolate makers and boosted farmer incomes. So what’s behind the drop, and what does it mean for growers on the ground?And Pokémon cards have become a serious business. Since they first came out in 1996, the value of certain rare cards has skyrocketed — we’re talking up to 4,000% over the past two decades. So what’s behind the boom?You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

The US has purchased Argentine pesos, taking the next step in a controversial effort to calm a currency crisis hitting the South American country and its president, Trump ally Javier Milei. In the US though, it's a different story – farmers, especially soybean farmers, have lost ground to Argentina in global markets, especially in China, due to its trade war with the US. And Pokémon cards are hitting record highs, as some of them have seen values rise by 4000%, according to Card Ladder, which tracks values. Presenter: Sarah Rogers Producer: Ahmed Adan Editor: Justin Bones and Shea Conduct

The Chief Executive of JP Morgan Chase Jamie Dimon shares his views on AI, and whether he thinks the hype around it will continue. The German Chancellor, Friedrich Merz vows to do everything possible to counter EU rules banning the sale of new CO2 emitting cars after 2035. And we hear how Doanld Trumps tariffs pilicy is affecting Switzerland which is facing duties of some 39 per cent on its exports to the US. (Picture: Jamie Dimon. Credit; Shannon Stapleton Reuters)

In a BBC interview, the head of America's largest bank, J P Morgan, has warned that US stock markets do not currently reflect the level of risk of a serious fall. Jamie Dimon said he was "far more worried than others" about a major market correction. China has tightened its rules on the export of rare earths – the elements that are crucial to the manufacture of many high-tech products. And the price of silver hit its highest level in decades. The metal reached more than $50 an ounce. Presenter: Sarah Rogers Producer: Ahmed Adan Editor: Justin Bones

Warnings the value of AI companies are stretched... we'll bring you reaction from industry experts.Trade relations between India and the UK are at an all-time high according to politicians and business leaders... We ask what business opportunities that might offer.And why we might need new names for vegetarian sausages and veggie burgers?You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.

The Bank of England has warned of the risk of an AI-bubble, after it assessed some company values in the sector as "stretched". In a report out today, officials at the bank’s Financial Policy Committee drew comparisons with the pile-on for ‘dotcom’ stocks 25 years ago. The price of gold has hit a record high of more than $4,000 an ounce as investors look for safe places to put their money over concerns about economic and political uncertainty around the world. And the UK prime minister is leading a delegation of more than 100 entrepreneurs, business and cultural leaders and university vice-chancellors on his visit to India, as he attempts to boost UK investment. Presenter: Sarah Rogers Producer: Ahmed Adan Editor: Justin Bones