

Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition
Bloomberg
Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the daily morning podcast that helps you understand the stories shaping Europe and the world before the day gets going.
Produced in the early hours each weekday, the show delivers fresh reporting, sharp analysis and clear context on politics, business and global markets by 7am London time. From decisions made in Brussels and London to developments across the global economy, Daybreak Europe connects the dots between power, policy and money.
Hosted by Stephen Carroll in Brussels and Caroline Hepker in London, and powered by Bloomberg’s global network of more than 3,000 journalists and analysts, the podcast goes beyond headlines to explain what is changing, why it matters and what could come next.
Trusted by professionals, business leaders and investors, but made for anyone curious about how economics and politics shape everyday life, Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the essential way to start your morning informed and ahead.
Produced in the early hours each weekday, the show delivers fresh reporting, sharp analysis and clear context on politics, business and global markets by 7am London time. From decisions made in Brussels and London to developments across the global economy, Daybreak Europe connects the dots between power, policy and money.
Hosted by Stephen Carroll in Brussels and Caroline Hepker in London, and powered by Bloomberg’s global network of more than 3,000 journalists and analysts, the podcast goes beyond headlines to explain what is changing, why it matters and what could come next.
Trusted by professionals, business leaders and investors, but made for anyone curious about how economics and politics shape everyday life, Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is the essential way to start your morning informed and ahead.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 17min
China GDP 'May Never' Top US, Abu Dhabi's $1.5T Sheikh & A Hot Mic Moment
Your morning briefing. The news you need in just 15 minutes.On today's podcast:(1) China may never eclipse the US as the world's biggest economy, according to Bloomberg Economics. (2) Country Garden has averted default on its dollar debt by paying coupons on two bonds within their grace periods. (3) UK Education Secretary Gillian Keegan says others were "sat on their arse" over crumbling concrete in schools. (4) Elon Musk is blaming the US Anti-Defamation League for the slump in advertising revenue at his social media platform X. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 4, 2023 • 16min
Ukraine Breakthrough, Europe's Rental Crisis & iPhone USB Charging
Your morning briefing. The news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast:(1) Zelenskiy removes his Defense Chief as Ukraine's counteroffensive makes a breakthrough. (2) The UK's Chancellor says he's confident inflation will drop to 5% this year. (3) Mercedes unveils an EV with a longer range than any Tesla. (4) Apple's latest iPhone will come with the same USB charging port as its rivals. (5) Inequality is rising as those who can't afford to buy property fork out a larger portion of their income on rent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 2, 2023 • 35min
Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend: Eco Data, Jobs and Inflation
Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend with Tom Busby takes a look at some of the stories we'll be tracking for you in the coming week including a look back at the August jobs report, the upcoming numbers from the UK and what Japan expects for it's economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 1, 2023 • 17min
Beijing's Drip Drip Stimulus & Fake Parts On Passenger Planes
Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast:(1) Beijing is intensifying efforts to stimulate the economy and support the currency, as investor concerns continue to grow. (2) Former US house speaker Nancy Pelosi says relations between the US and China are being hindered by a lack of shared values. (3) It's alleged that JPMorgan disclosed more than $1 billion in suspicious transactions linked to Jeffrey Epstein to the US government, after his death. (4) European aviation regulators say a small London company has been supplying bogus spare parts to fix top-selling jet engines See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 2023 • 17min
UPDATE: UBS CEO Talks Record Profits, Job Cuts & Apple Tries 3D Printing
Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast: (1) UBS smashed banking profit records in the second quarter and announces plans to eliminate about 3,000 Swiss jobs. (2) The Chinese developer Country Garden has warned that it may default on its debt and raised concerns about staying in business. (3) Sources tell Bloomberg Apple is testing the use of 3D printers to produce the steel cases for some of its upcoming smart watches. (4) Elon Musk's social media network X is planning to gather more data from users than ever before. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 2023 • 14min
UBS Profits Break Global Bank Records & X Wants Your School History
Your morning briefing. The news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast:(1) UBS smashed banking profit records in the second quarter as a result of its emergency takeover of Credit Suisse. (2) The Chinese developer Country Garden has warned that it may default on its debt and raised concerns about staying in business. (3) Sources tell Bloomberg Apple is testing the use of 3D printers to produce the steel cases for some of its upcoming smart watches. (4) Elon Musk's social media network X is planning to gather more data from users than ever before. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 30, 2023 • 17min
China Property Sector 'Too Big to Save' & Apple's Diary Date
Bloomberg Economics warns of China's property sector facing solvency crunch, US Commerce Secretary criticizes China for driving away American companies, UK property sales expected to hit lowest level in a decade, Apple reveals timing of biggest product launch this year.

Aug 29, 2023 • 16min
China Forecasts Cut & Citadel's 69,000 Intern Applications
Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast:(1) A Bloomberg survey reveals economists now expect GDP growth in China of 5.1% this year. (2) Gas prices have surged in Europe as Chevron received notice of impending industrial action in Australia. (3) Goldman Sachs has struck a deal to sell United Capita, an Investment adviser it had purchased for $750. (4) Citadel vets 69,000 intern applicants in battle for "truly exceptional" new hires. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 26, 2023 • 35min
Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend: Jobs, FTSE Reshuffle and Trump (Podcast)
Topics discussed include the August jobs report, FTSE 100 reshuffle, Trump's legal strategy, labor market remarks and predictions, economic impact of concert tours, Marks and Spencer's turnaround efforts, trial date and political implications, and China's economic situation and its impact on global growth and the Japanese economy.

Aug 25, 2023 • 16min
Rate Expectations, Putin's Handiwork & Trump's Mugshot Moment
Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. On today's podcast: (1) One of the ECB's most influential policymakers says it's "much too early" to consider pausing rate hikes. (2) British and American Intelligence officials say the Russian President is likely to have approved Prigozhin's Assassination. (3) Toronto-Dominion Bank says it may face penalties as the result of an investigation by US authorities. (4) Donald Trump becomes the first former US president in history to have a police photo taken. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


