Wake Up to Money
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Fashionably Rate
<p>Felicity Hannah looks at what rising fuel prices could mean for drivers and businesses, as diesel edges closer to a record high. Our panel of experts picks through a big week for interest rates, inflation and AI, and as M&S makes its London Fashion Week debut, we look back at 100 years of the retailer in fashion.</p>
Taking A Hike
<p>After the US Federal Reserve committed to the first interest rate rise in three years, Sean Farrington speaks to a former economist at the central bank, then looks ahead to the Bank of England's decision later on Thursday.</p><p>And on Friday, a new album of unreleased recordings from David Bowie's early career will be available to stream. We hear from the rock star's contemporaries about what unearthed music can do for an artist's legacy.</p>
AI on the sly?
<p>Sean Farrington gets the latest on Nissan's announcement to build a new electric model in Sunderland</p><p>And he'll hear from the author of a report that says regional mayors should get a bigger share of income and corporation tax generated in their areas.</p><p>Elsewhere, we'll check in on markets as they wait for the US Fed to make a decision on interest rates later today.</p><p>AND some new data suggests that the midweek cheeky HALF is on the rise. We'll hear what that means for pubs.</p>
The King and AI
<p>As King Charles prepares to host AI leaders in the UK, we'll hear from one tech investor about how they're reacting to Anthropic's call for a slowdown in developing the technology.</p><p>The price of petrol and diesel is at its highest level since the war in Iran began, according to the RAC. Sean Farrington finds out how that's affecting those businesses moving goods and products around the country, and what that might mean for prices.</p><p>And now that Oasis have confirmed a worldwide tour for next year, the man who designed album artwork and more...
There's money in the bank?
<p>'Tax banks to cut energy bills' - that's what General Secretary Paul Nowak will tell the Trades Union Congress later today. Will Bain finds out what that might mean for the City of London and beyond.</p><p>The bosses of three major AI companies say there are serious risks with developing too quickly - but US President Donald Trump is more relaxed. How do investors view it?</p><p>Plus, after teasing a possible new tour last week, Oasis fans only have a few hours to wait before the band reveal all. The boss of official Oasis merchandise...
9/11: 25 years on
<p>Will Bain hears memories from the world of finance 25 years on from the attacks on September 11th 2001.</p><p>Elsewhere, his expert panel will discuss the weeks biggest business stories, including the price of oil, which continues to rise after renewed attacks on Middle East shipping/</p><p>And the retail giant Primark says now is the time to open an online shop after decades of being high-street only we hear from a former company insider on why now?</p>
Tourist trap?
<p>Sean Farrington discusses plans for England's mayors to introduce tourist taxes. We discuss whether Apple's first foldable phone has done enough to impress investors. And after hundreds of thousands of people were affected by flight cancellations and delays this week, we hear why they might be refused compensation. Lastly, one TV production veteran tells us how Channel 4's cuts will be felt across the industry.</p>
You're grounded
<p>After hundreds of UK flights were cancelled yesterday, an airline boss tells the BBC what's behind the disruption.</p><p>Food prices will rise sharply by the end of the year according to a new report - and we hear how British farmers think we can boost our food security.</p><p>LIV Golf, the challenger golf tour backed by Saudi investment, has now filed for bankruptcy - we find out why.</p>
Chips and beans
<p>A computer chip execs tells us how AI could help us find a cure for cancer. We hear from our experts about how the Chinese car market is hitting British manufacturers like JLR. And with a new foldable iPhone on the horizon, we find out whether this handset will actually break the mould.</p>
Hit the brakes
<p>As Jaguar Land Rover looks to cut jobs, we hear from a supplier about what this means for the UK's car industry. Meanwhile, one of the UK's largest energy providers tells us what he thinks the controversial Jackdaw gas field will - or won't - do for our energy bills. And as the Bayeux Tapestry goes on display to the public this week - we'll hear from a tour operator who's managed to get his hands on some tickets.</p>
