Latest from Jonathan Frewin

• Aug 1, 2022

  Getting a read on how the Biden administration views antitrust issues

  

  The trial over the proposed merger of two massive book publishing companies tells us something about how the Biden administration could enforce antitrust in the future. The head of the Pacific Institute clues us in about the role of business in the world’s water security situation.

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• Aug 1, 2022

  A grain ship finally sets sail from Ukraine to Lebanon

  

  From the BBC World Service: It’s hoped to be the first of many commercial sailings and is expected to arrive in Lebanon’s Tripoli Port in around six days. That’s because the Lebanese port of Beirut is largely not operating following a deadly explosion in 2020. Plus: China, South Korea, Taiwan and Japan have reported manufacturing slowdowns. And, previous success for Germany’s women’s soccer team hasn’t always translated into more support or money for the sport.

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• Jul 29, 2022

  The latest inflation numbers show more pain for consumers

  

  The Federal Reserve’s preferred gauge for inflation went up 6.8% in the year that ended in June, reaching yet another 40-year high. It’s difficult to say, then, that we’ve hit peak inflation, and that’s stretching consumers even thinner, says Christopher Low, chief economist at FHN Financial. A look at what’s in the CHIPS Act, the semiconductor-boosting bill that’s expected to be signed into law soon. And we talked to APM Reports about their recent investigation into allegations against a popular COVID testing company. 

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• Jul 29, 2022

  Sen. Joe Manchin announces support for Democrats’ climate package

  

  West Virginia Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin has announced his support for a sweeping $430 billion dollar package in the Senate that aims to address climate change and health care. We delve into what’s in the bill and what Manchin’s support means for its prospects in Congress. Plus, a look into Amazon’s latest company results and what they mean for the retail sector. And, China is reportedly considering a relief fund for embattled property developers.

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• Jul 29, 2022

  U.K. says Russia is paying mercenaries in its war in Ukraine

  

  From the BBC World Service: Britain’s defense secretary, Ben Wallace, says a private Russian military company called the Wagner Group has likely been tapped to send troops to the frontlines in Ukraine. Also, the Eurozone reported stronger-than-expected economic growth. Plus, a ship carrying grain from Ukraine is expected to depart Odesa for the first time since the war began. And, you’ve probably heard the phrase “paperless office”, but what about the idea of de-printing and reusing the same paper again?

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• Jul 28, 2022

  The arrow of the U.S. economy is pointing to recession

  

  GDP declined 0.9% in the three months ending in June, and what that means is up for debate. The natural gas saga between the European Union and Russia has affected German chem company BASF. We talk more about finding purpose in your work with “Severance” as a backdrop.

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• Jul 28, 2022

  Inflation is hard to swallow. So is the medicine.

  

  The Fed has raised rates again, and we are about to get a first look at economic growth in the second quarter. As part of our examination of the Apple TV+ show “Severance,” we speak to a Wharton professor about the quest to find purpose in work.

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• Jul 28, 2022

  What’s Turkey’s role in getting grain safely out of Ukraine?

  

  From the BBC World Service: As Russia continues its war in Ukraine, we hear how an agreement struck last week means Turkey will play a vital role in ensuring safe passage for ships from Ukraine. Plus, French President Emmanuel Macron has been on a tour of western Africa as part of a trip to strengthen ties with the continent. And we hear about a new book from the “Time-Travelling” economist.

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• Jul 27, 2022

  One source of housing crisis help? Leftover pandemic money.

  

  Some of the funds set aside from the pandemic relief law allow state and local governments to bolster affordable housing. David Kelly of J.P. Morgan reads the market tea leaves with us. The BBC reports on how chaotic heat is affecting wheat production in Europe.

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• Jul 27, 2022

  Interest rates could be on the verge of erupting

  

  Today, U.S. central bankers will send out the message that they’re making it more expensive to borrow money. In the face of mounting demand, Boeing is struggling with supply chain problems. Then, we talk robots in the workforce with senior economics contributor Chris Farrell.

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