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BBC Radio 5 Live

News and views on business and the world of personal finance. Plus the very latest from the financial markets around the globe

Wake Up to Money

After the second monthly inflation figure in a row came in lower than expected and the Bank of England cut interest rates this week, Will Bain is joined by our weekly panel to look at what it means for businesses and the economy.

As we get ever closer to the 25th of December, we'll hear about what impact the rising cost of a Christmas dinner is having.

Plus, on 'Mad Friday', potentially one of the busiest nights for hospitality businesses of the year, one owner tells us how he's preparing for it.

Better Rate Than Never?

Sean Farrington looks ahead to the Bank of England's latest interest rate decision. Meanwhile, as the Employment Rights Bill gets Royal Assent, we'll look at what it means for workers. And is Santa getting paid enough? More on why he might be tightening his belt this year.

Santa tightens his belt

Sean Farrington looks at the long wait for a driving test in England, Scotland and Wales. Plus, what does England's performance in Australia mean for cricket clubs back here?

Test Target Trouble

Sean Farrington takes a look at the financial regulator's plans for cryptocurrencies. Also on the programme - as an investigation into record unemployment for young people launches, we delve into why it's at all time high. And it's 250 years since the birth of the author Jane Austen - hear why she's as relevant as ever when it comes to entertainment and tourism.

Crypto concerns

Felicity Hannah hears how businesses can respond to staff calling in sick during the flu outbreak, and why some pharmacies are experiencing a shortage of vaccines. 
And, with just ten days left until Christmas, the director of a shopping centre tells us whether Gen Z is driving a resurgence of the in-person retail experience.

Flu season

Felicity Hannah speaks to the CEO of the Magnum Ice Cream Company as it finishes its first week as a listed company. Plus, what does the latest Knives Out tell us about Hollywood?

Melting Point

Sean Farrington looks at the US Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates and what that could mean for the Bank of England.

We talk to the outgoing boss of GSK on why they're focusing investment in the US over the UK.

And finally, we look at ticket prices for next year's World Cup.

Golden Tickets

Sean Farrington discusses the rising bills that could hit the pub sector, in the wake of business rates changes. 

Elsewhere, he'll turn his attention to the US, where the Fed will announce its decision on rates.

And, will consumer demand keep up with increasing chocolate prices?

Cocoa Hops

Sean Farrington looks at Paramount's $108bn hostile bid, as the battle for Warner Brothers continues to heat up.

Elsewhere, he'll be discussing a bill on railways that returns to Parliament today which could see passengers buying tickets directly from the government.

And, he'll take a look at some new data that shows just how much money shoppers have been spending in the last month.

Going hostile

Will Bain discusses the Employment Rights Bill as it heads back to the Commons.

Elsewhere, he'll look ahead to the first day of trading for the brand new Magnum Ice Cream Company and check out some of the details in the $72 BILLION deal made by Netflix to buy Warner Bros.

And, he'll find out what's next for Lando Norris and the new sponsorship deals that could be heading his way after his F1 triumph.

Netflix & Bill

The government has made an immediate U turn on one of its key employment-rights pledges announced in this weeks' budget. We ask why it's happened and what it means for employers.
Also, Felicity Hannah takes a deeper dive into this weeks' budget with our regular panel of experts.
And it's Green Friday. Why is today the biggest day of the year for the growers of the UK's Christmas trees?

Too many rights make a wrong?

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