UK morning business news with Alice & Lewis
The UK's Tax Transparency Crisis: Can the Government Crack Down on the Wealthy?
The UK government admits it can't track how much the wealthy pay in taxes. A new report reveals HMRC's struggles, inaccurate estimates, and a sharp drop in penalties. Can technology and policy reforms help close the fiscal gap?
Navigating the Tightrope: Crypto Regulation and the Battle Against Money Laundering
Europe's new AMLA watchdog is sounding the alarm on crypto's role in financial crime. How will regulators keep up with a fast-evolving industry—and what does this mean for global markets?
MP Materials and the Pentagon: A Strategic Partnership to Secure Rare Earths
In a landmark deal, the Pentagon is taking a 15% equity stake in MP Materials, a rare earth mining company, to secure critical resources for the US military and economy. Learn how this partnership could reshape national security and industry collaboration.
Nvidia's Strategic Moves in the US-China Tech Landscape
Nvidia shares rise as US export restrictions on AI chips to China ease, with CEO Jensen Huang meeting top Chinese officials.
Navigating US Inflation and Trump's Economic Policies
In this episode, Alice and Lewis discuss the latest US inflation data, Trump's tariffs, and their impact on the economy and the Fed.
Google's $3bn Clean Energy Deal: Powering the Future of AI and Cloud Computing
Google has signed a $3bn agreement with Brookfield for hydroelectric power, signaling a major shift in how tech giants secure energy for their data centers.
Bank of England's Retail Payments Revolution
The Bank of England is overhauling the UK's retail payments system, aiming to replace the outdated Faster Payments infrastructure with a modern, efficient solution. This episode explores the challenges, new strategies, and potential impacts on the financial landscape.
China's Economic Growth: Resilience Amidst Trade Tensions
China's economy expands 5.2% in Q2, outpacing forecasts. How is it managing growth amidst trade tensions and domestic challenges?
The New Mortgage Guarantee Scheme: What You Need to Know
Chancellor Reeves introduces a new mortgage guarantee scheme to support first-time buyers, but what does it mean for the market and taxpayers?
The Future of UK Energy Pricing and Decarbonisation
The UK government abandons zonal pricing for a single national electricity price, aiming for a fairer and more secure energy system.
Navigating Trade Challenges: The UK SME Export Outlook
New data reveals the struggles of UK SME exporters amid trade uncertainties.
Nvidia Soars to $4 Trillion Market Cap: Leading the AI Revolution
Nvidia has shattered records, becoming the first company to reach a $4 trillion market capitalization. In this episode, we explore the factors driving this monumental growth, the role of AI, and what this means for the future of technology.