• November 21st 2024 - Fraud, Feuds, and Future Trends: Today’s Business Headlines
    Nov 21 2024

    In this episode of Coffee Break Brief, we unpack allegations of fraud against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and Archegos founder Bill Hwang’s prison sentence. We dive into Ford’s job cuts amid weak EV demand, Logan Paul’s crypto controversy, and the FBI’s foiled NYSE bombing plot. Plus, hear about the booming Indian cocoa industry, K-pop labor disputes, China’s new trade routes in Latin America, and Jaguar’s sleek electric rebranding. Stay tuned for all this and more in your morning business update!

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    16 mins
  • November 20th 2024 - Trump’s Pick, Google’s Chrome Dilemma, and Walmart’s Big Year
    Nov 20 2024

    Catch up on the latest: Trump taps Howard Lutnick to reshape US trade, Google faces pressure to part with Chrome, and Walmart is set for its strongest year despite looming tariff concerns. Plus, Comcast reorganizes its networks, Wegovy launches in China, Jaguar rebrands for EVs, and a young Russian coding prodigy stuns the tech world. All this and more, in today’s quick business roundup!

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    9 mins
  • November 19th 2024 - From Weight-Loss Drugs in China to AI-Powered Cars and Industry Shifts
    Nov 19 2024

    In a fast-moving world, the intersection of business, technology, and geopolitics continues to shape our daily lives. This week’s top stories highlight groundbreaking innovations, major economic shifts, and policy decisions with far-reaching implications. From China’s push to combat obesity with a revolutionary weight-loss drug to the challenges facing German manufacturers, robotaxi adoption, and Spirit Airlines’ financial troubles, these developments offer a glimpse into the complexities of global markets. Dive into the latest updates to stay informed and ready for your next coffee machine conversation.

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    6 mins
  • November 18th 2024 - Crashes, Comebacks, and New Records
    Nov 18 2024

    From Germany’s manufacturing downturn to Trump’s bold energy pick, today’s episode dives into key global stories shaping the business world. Discover how a Titanic hero’s watch set a record, why Pizza Hut UK is raising funds, and how China’s new megaport might change global trade. Plus, we’ll cover Canada’s nuclear ambitions, Australia’s controversial visa caps, and the latest live-streaming drama with Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Tune in for quick insights and coffee machine-worthy chatter!

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    20 mins