Rephonic
Artwork for World Business Report

World Business Report

BBC World Service
Economy
Kenya
US Supreme Court
Environmental Regulation
Chevron Deference
Environmental Advocacy
Digital Content Creation
Economic Challenges
Judicial Authority
Corporate Interests
Air Travel
Public Health
Iran
Consumer Confidence
Haiti
Climate Change
Protests
Taxation
Volkswagen
Electric Vehicles

The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

PublishesDailyEpisodes1020Founded17 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
NewsBusiness News

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for World Business Report

Latest Episodes

Gideon Long speaks to a former Venezuelan diplomat about the US seizure of an oil tanker off the country's coastline. Where was it going and what could it mean for global oil supplies?

Plus, the typhoon survivors from the Philippines taking oil gia... more

Could Americans finally get some financial relief? The Fed has cut interest rates to a three-year low, and President Trump promises to make ‘America affordable again.’ We speak to a business owner and a former Federal Reserve economist.

Why is silve... more

Silver is trading at record highs as demand from the tech industry soars — Leanna Byrne finds out why the precious metal has become one of the market’s hottest assets. The boss of Coupang, South Korea’s largest online retailer, resigns after the coun... more

President Donald Trump has opened the door for China to buy Nvidia’s most advanced semiconductors — a U-turn on President Biden’s policy and a move that could reshape the global AI race.

We'll also look at what’s behind sweeping raids across Argenti... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Business Daily
Business DailyBBC World Service
Global News Podcast
Global News PodcastBBC World Service
The Economics Show
The Economics ShowFinancial Times
Behind the Money
Behind the MoneyFinancial Times

Recent Guests

Ross Benesch
Senior analyst covering TV and streaming for eMarketer
Episode: Oil shortage could leave country without fuel
Susan Spence
Chair of the Institute for Supply Management
Episode: US manufacturing sounds alarm bells on the economy
Guillermo Moreno
Colleague from BBC Mundo reporting on the Venezuelan airlines issue
BBC Mundo
Episode: Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades
Wong Kar-Wing
Deputy Director of the Hong Kong Fire Services
Hong Kong Fire Services
Episode: Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades
Ross Timpson
Fire engineer with expertise in tall building safety
Episode: Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades
Rachel Lloyd
Deputy Culture Editor at The Economist
The Economist
Episode: Hong Kong's deadliest fire in decades
Kemi Badenok
Leader of the Conservative Party in the UK
Episode: What does the UK budget show us about global debt challenges?
Paola Zubaki
Professor in Sovereign Debt and Finance at Sciences Po
Sciences Po, Paris and Essential Economics
Episode: What does the UK budget show us about global debt challenges?
David Aitman
Director at the National Institute of Economic and Social Research
National Institute of Economic and Social Research
Episode: What does the UK budget show us about global debt challenges?

Hosts

Leanna Byrne
Host of World Business Express and has also featured on World Business Report, providing insights on global business issues.
Bisi Adebayo
Host of World Business Report, known for covering significant global economic topics and features interviews with industry professionals.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • This podcast isn’t really informative or helpful

    I’d rather just read online news article. Isn’t fun too.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    가가닥갇
    South Korea3 months ago
  • Sound

    The sound quality isn’t the best. Sounds keep fading in and out

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Aboudaaa
    United States4 months ago
  • Absolutely terrible reporting

    As someone who has both US and UK nationality and has lived in both countries, this show demonstrates the legit toffiest worst of the English. No, it is not “interesting” that the US is considering a budget bill that takes health insurance away from the poor to give tax cuts to the wealthiest. The oh look at those Americans over there how curious (read stupid because not British) is so incredibly tired. Seriously, Mike Johnson get a grip: you ask the stupidest questions, arrive at the stupidest ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ese777
    United States5 months ago
  • The only first time

    The only first person thing that matters matters to to the most most people is you you are are you the first one one

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Knnnfg60788
    Singapore6 months ago
  • A must listen

    A great brief podcast on world news with a business touch or the other way around. But either way essential business info and with some interesting business news off the trodden path added to the mix

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mo Sena
    Brazil6 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Mixed feedback on sound quality and host presentations, with some expressing a desire for more in-depth analysis.
Some listeners feel the content can be shallow and biased, requesting more factual reporting and less opinion-based commentary.
A must listen for business insights, offering a great mix of current affairs and finance-related news.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#16
United States/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#3
Canada/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#4
United Kingdom/News/Business News
Apple Podcasts
#109
United Kingdom/News
Apple Podcasts
#129
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#5
Italy/News/Business News

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trump launches savings scheme for newborn babies
Q: Annika, is this universal basic income?
It's different in that there's always been an incentive in the tax code for people who have children.
EU set to put forward proposal to spend Russian state assets
Q: Will the plan work? Is it legal?
There are significant legal concerns and risks associated with using frozen Russian assets as collateral for loans to Ukraine, particularly regarding property rights and potential ramifications for Belgium and other EU states.
Half of Venezuela flights cancelled
Q: What does that all mean for your business then right now and your business for, say, the next six months or so?
We prepared for it and see a need to pull back in the market as people are hesitant to buy goods now due to a slowing economy and rising fears about job security.
Half of Venezuela flights cancelled
Q: Are you having to manage that?
They're very well informed right now due to bulletins and waived fees for changes due to uncertainty about flight resumption.
Half of Venezuela flights cancelled
Q: And how many would there normally be?
There would be around 42 flights a week to Europe including Madrid, Canary Islands, and Portugal.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About World Business Report

What is World Business Report about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast provides a comprehensive overview of the latest business and finance news from around the globe, presenting important updates on various economic developments and market trends. Episodes often feature discussions on pressing issues such as government policies, corporate strategies, and significant global events, offering expert insights from industry professionals and economists. The content is succinct and tailored for listeners who seek to stay informed about the financial landscape and its implications on a global scale.

Noteworthy is the podcast's focus on timely topics impacting economies worldwide, including trade negotiations, market confidence, and fiscal policies. It frequently features expert guests, contributing to ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for World Business Report?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for World Business Report. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to World Business Report and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does World Business Report get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for World Business Report, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for World Business Report?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for World Business Report, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does World Business Report have?

To see how many followers or subscribers World Business Report has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to World Business Report?

These podcasts share a similar audience with World Business Report:

1. Big Boss Interview
2. Business Daily
3. Global News Podcast
4. The Economics Show
5. Behind the Money

How many episodes of World Business Report are there?

World Business Report launched 17 years ago and published 1020 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact World Business Report?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for World Business Report?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for World Business Report from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for World Business Report?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of World Business Report. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on World Business Report?

Recent guests on World Business Report include:

1. Ross Benesch
2. Susan Spence
3. Guillermo Moreno
4. Wong Kar-Wing
5. Ross Timpson
6. Rachel Lloyd
7. Kemi Badenok
8. Paola Zubaki

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days