World Business Report
The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.
10
What is the economic impact of the fighting between Thailand and Cambodia?
<p>We're looking at what's happening inside Cambodia, amidst that border conflict, with incursions going deeper into the territory from the Thai military. What are the economic consequences for Cambodia? Also we're looking at the sliding global oil price, and what Nigerians do for fun at the year's end.</p><p>You can contact us on WhatsApp or send us a voicenote: +44 330 678 3033.</p>
1MDB: Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak found guilty in state funds scandal
<p>Ex-Malaysia PM Najib Razak has been jailed for 15 years for abuse of power and money laundering - Bisi Adebayo looks at the details.</p><p>Japan approves a record-breaking budget with defence spending at a new high.</p><p>And we head to to Nigeria, where 'Detty December' is proving to be big business, a point echoed by Nigerian singer and event co-founder Darey Art Alade.</p>
Review of the year 2025 - from Tariffs to Labubus
<p>Frey Lindsay looks back on the stories shaping the world of money and work in 2025. It's been a year where tariffs have grabbed many of the headlines and we hear from our correspondents around the world on the impact they've had. We also hear about the biggest toy and collector craze of 2025 - the Labubu doll.</p>
Pakistani auctions its state airline live on TV
<p>In Pakistan, the government has sold its national carrier, PIA, in an auction which was televised live. The airline sold for $482 million. Gideon Long speaks to Muhammad Ali, the privatisation adviser to Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. We hear from two countries at the sharp end of Donald Trump’s tariffs over the past year - India, which is on 50% US export tariffs, and South Africa facing 30%. And in the UK there is a blue and smelly cheese called Stilton which many people traditionally eat at Christmas. In fact 40% of sales are in the six weeks before Christmas. But it...
The market moments that shaped the year
<p>Leanna Byrne is joined by Russ Mould of AJ Bell to look back at the market moments that defined the year from tariffs and precious metals to the growing influence of artificial intelligence. </p><p>Plus,the latest US jobs figures show a fall in new applications for unemployment benefits. </p><p>And India launches its heaviest-ever rocket yet, another sign of its ambitions to compete in the fast-growing global satellite industry.</p>
US economy better than expected
<p>The US economy picked up speed over the three months to September, as consumer spending jumped and exports increased but consumer sentiment is low, Rahul Tandon hears from a business about what things are like on the ground. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a pill version of the weight-loss drug Wegovy, according to pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk. And, an important moment for Indian female cricket players seeing their match fees doubled for domestic games.</p><p>(Photo: A person shops for products imported from Asia at a market in Los Angeles, California, USA, 07 April 2025. Credit...
Is the US economy in better shape than expected?
<p>New figures suggest the US economy is powering ahead but questions remain about what that really means for businesses? Leanna Byrne looks at what’s behind the data. Also, US regulators have approved the first pill version of the blockbuster weight-loss drug Wegovy. And could North Koreans be working remotely for US companies?</p>
Another dramatic turn in the Warner Bros Discovery takeover
<p>The American billionaire Larry Ellison has promised more than $40 billion of his money in support of Paramount to buy rival studio, Warner Bros Discovery. Where does this leave antitrust questions around a Paramount or Netflix takeover? Ed Butler hears from Phillip Berenbroick, who served as chief counsel for the US Senate’s judiciary subcommittee on antitrust matters. How much money is Morocco spending as host for the African Cup of Nations? </p><p>Also, we explore Yiwu, China’s capital of Christmas</p><p>(Photo: Paramount, Netflix and Warner Bros logos are seen in this illustration taken December 8, 2025. Credit: REUT...
Why is whiskey maker Jim Beam pausing production?
<p>Leanna Byrne takes a look as Jim Beam, one of the most recognisable names in American bourbon, confirms it will pause production for a year at its main Kentucky distillery from January. </p><p>India and New Zealand strike a new free trade deal, cutting tariffs and opening markets on both sides. </p><p>And at the box office, the latest Avatar: Fire and Ash opens more quietly than expected in the US, despite strong takings overseas.</p>
Is EU money enough for Ukraine?
<p>Ukraine's position has been strengthened by a €90bn loan agreed by the EU after failing to agree on using frozen Russian assets. But is it enough to keep the country going?</p><p>In Sri Lanka, the International Monetary Fund has also approved a $206 million in emergency financing to help the country rebuild after a devastating cyclone. What will taking on more debt mean for the country's future debt sustainability?</p><p>Elsewhere, the former Chair of the independent board of Ben & Jerry's ice cream independent board has told World Business Report she was forced out by the company's ow...
