Japan’s rate shift will hit zombie firms hardest
The central bank could end an era of negative borrowing costs as early as next week. In this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists argue that large companies are ready for the tightening, but ma...
14 Mars 202419min
Lower rates, office return will ease property pain
The post-pandemic boom in hybrid work is causing trouble for banks that have lent heavily to office developers. But in this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists explain how losses may be limite...
7 Mars 202414min
Post-crisis Adani is cranking up his IPO factory
Indian tycoon Gautam Adani is on a comeback from a short-seller attack that stress-tested his $200 bln empire. In this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists explain how the spotlight impacted hi...
29 Feb 202417min
Mining pain may be just getting started
Falling prices for nickel, lithium and copper have hit earnings at Glencore and Anglo American. In this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists explain why competition and dwindling demand for ele...
22 Feb 202416min
Deal famine is driving private equity evolution
M&A activity fell 30% in 2023 and this year is off to a relatively slow start. In this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists discuss how a dearth of deals is spotlighting a shift of focus among ...
15 Feb 202415min
The obesity drug craze is entering its next phase
Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk can’t keep up with demand for their weight loss medications. In this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists discuss the hype among celebrities, the different approaches...
8 Feb 202422min
JPMorgan succession is a high-stakes soap opera
The US’s largest bank shuffled its business leaders, sparking speculation as to who might eventually take over from boss Jamie Dimon. In this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists explain why it...
1 Feb 202418min
Shein’s China and ESG risk puts IPO on iffy ground
The fast-fashion giant is preparing a New York stock market listing. In this Viewsroom podcast, Breakingviews columnists explain how US investors might be wary of links to Beijing, and how its hard-to...
25 Jan 202417min
