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Will Bain looks at the impact of the latest announcements on tariffs from the EU and Canada. Plus, Keir Starmer wants to 'reshape the state', but will it deliver growth?

Sean Farrington looks at Manchester United's plans to build the UK's biggest stadium. Plus, Boohoo Group rebrands as Debenhams - but is it enough to turn things around?

Sean Farrington speaks to businesses looking for a boost from the Cheltenham Festival. Plus, does the government's new planning and infrastructure bill go far enough?

Sean Farrington looks at new data that shows audiobook, eBook and physical book sales are all on the up. Plus, the latest on China's trade war with the US.

Felicity Hannah looks back at a rollercoaster week for US tariffs on its neighbours. Plus, what does the Glastonbury line up tell us about the British music business?

As the automotive industry is granted a one month grace on tariffs, other sectors are looking for a similar outcome. Will Bain hears from Jaime Chamberlain, an American importer of Mexican fresh produce, about how the tariffs are impacting his business. The boss of automotive company, Stellantis UK, explains why he wants the government to take bolder steps when it comes to expanding the country's electric vehicle market - starting with the number of charging points.

Sean Farrington speaks to Alan Auerbach, a professor of Economics and Law at the University of California Berkeley, about President Trump's first major speech since he returned to the White House. Meanwhile, shares in the US have fallen once again as concerns grow that the President's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China will lead to a wider trade war. Also, supermarket Sainsbury's has added two non-alcoholic beer options to its meal deal offer. But will it catch on?

President Donald Trump is moving forward with 25% tariffs on goods imported from Canada and Mexico into the US, saying that there was "no room left for Canada and Mexico". An additional 10% tariff on Chinese imports is also expected to come into force, leaving all three of America's top three trade partners facing significantly higher trade barriers than just a few weeks ago. Sean Farrington speaks to Paul Reynish, the Global CEO at Gong cha about the growing demand for bubble tea across the world. Chinese firm Mixue saw shares jump by more than 40% in their Hong Kong Stock Exchange debut.

Sean Farrington takes a look at the diplomatic and economic fallout of a big weekend in international diplomacy. And how will markets react to a boost for British arms firms?

A defence spending boost seems to have put the UK in Donald Trump's good books, but Felicity Hannah asks if Keir Starmer has done enough to secure a trade deal and avoid tariffs.

US President Trump has announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on goods made in the EU. Leanna Byrne will be hearing how the car industry in Germany is bracing for the impact.

Oil giant BP is expected to announce plans to scale back its green investment plans. Sean Farrington will hear what this development means for their net zero targets?

Sean Farrington hears about Apple’s massive investment plan—$500 billion in the U.S. over the next four years, but what does this mean for the U.S economy and job growth?

Leanna Byrne will dive into how luxury London restaurants are tackling no-shows and influencers with the introduction of hefty deposits and minimum spending requirements.

The James Bond franchise will no longer be controlled by the Broccoli dynasty, which means Amazon will finally get full creative control. But some fans are concerned about what this means for the future of the films. Also, Leanna Byrne speaks to the boss of one of the biggest crowdfunding platforms - Go Fund Me - who says that governments are "very happy" with its transparency, despite criticisms around the lack of regulation on the sector.

Apple has launched its latest iPhone, which will have new "affordable" hand set with AI tools. It will go on sale in the UK next Friday starting at £599, which is £200 less than the brand's current cheapest iPhone 16 device, released in September. Energy regulator, Ofgem, has taken the next step in its proposals to change the way customers pay for standing charges. They make up that fixed part of your gas and electricity bill which you pay regardless of how much energy you use. The flat charge is there to cover the cost of delivering gas and electricity. Ofgem's plans will mean individual bill payers have a choice: keep paying the standing charge as it is, or pay a share of the standing charge according to how much energy you use. The plan will be welcomed by those who don't use much energy - but there are concerns the proposals may not help everyone.

Britain's average wages are up according to the latest official data - Will Bain finds out from the public, businesses and listeners if they're feeling the difference. A new report on the property market suggests things are getting even harder for first-time buyers - Wake Up to Money hears from an estate agent and a would-be homeowner about the tricky picture in their area. And after the film adaptation of the Robert Harris book Conclave saw success at the BAFTAs, the owner of a bookshop in Swindon reveals the impact of successful film adaptations on book sales.

Potentially the biggest payout case since the PPE scandal takes another turn as the UK Treasury is blocked by the Supreme Court from intervening on behalf of lenders in the controversy over car loans. Will Bain asks what the implications could be for both the banks and drivers involved. One of the UK's main exam boards is trying to persuade the government to give pupils the option of a short course in Maths to help grades - but will it add up for businesses wanting to hire? Plus, Formula 1 celebrates its 75th year with a glitzy event in London to launch the new season - we find out how business for the motorsport is going full throttle.

Water companies are in the spotlight once again as a deadline looms for when they can appeal for higher bill rises for consumers - Will Bain asks what case could be made and what the impact for billpayers could be. From today you might breathe a little easier after parking your car, because there's a new rule that should stop people being fined up to thousands of pounds for not buying their ticket fast enough. And we hear from one of the nominees for Sunday night's British Academy Film Awards.

Roses are red, violets are blue, and Valentine’s spending is up too. Felicity Hannah will be hearing how one business is feeling the love this season.