Simply Finance

By: Simply News from Qurrent
Listen for free

  • Summary

  • Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of finance.
    Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.
    Show More Show Less
Business & Careers Politics & Government
Show More Show Less
activate_Holiday_promo_in_buybox_DT_T2
activate_samplebutton_t1
Episodes
  • Poland’s $35 Billion Defense Budget and the Fight for Equal Pay in Local Government

    Poland’s $35 Billion Defense Budget and the Fight for Equal Pay in Local Government
    Oct 29 2024
    In this episode, we explore Poland's ambitious $35 billion defense budget for the upcoming year, driven by rising tensions with Russia and its implications for European security. We also discuss the critical equal pay claim at Southampton City Council, which could lead to significant financial liabilities and impact local governance. Additionally, we analyze Ford's stock decline despite a strong Q3 sales report and the push for campaign finance reform in Chicago's school board race amid concerns over billionaire influence. Join us for an in-depth look at these pressing financial and political issues. Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2024/10/28/Tv/video/polish-finance-minister-on-why-his-country-is-set-to-spend-usd35-billion-on-defense-next-year https://www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/24682508.equal-pay-claim-most-significant-finance-issue-southampton/?ref=yahoo https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ford-stock-falls-despite-q3-sales-beat-as-it-guides-to-lower-end-of-2024-profit-forecast-202614405.html/ https://abc7chicago.com/post/il-lawmakers-push-campaign-finance-reform-school-board-race/15481061/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) Polish Finance Minister on Why His Country is Set to Spend $35 Billion on Defense Next Year (00:02:14) Equal pay claim is 'most significant' finance issue at city council (00:04:52) Ford stock falls despite Q3 sales beat, as it guides to lower end of 2024 profit forecast (00:08:01) IL lawmakers push for campaign finance reform on school board race
    Show More Show Less
    11 mins
  • UK’s Labour Budget Debut and AI Guidelines Unveiled in Hong Kong

    UK’s Labour Budget Debut and AI Guidelines Unveiled in Hong Kong
    Oct 28 2024
    This week marks a pivotal moment for the UK as Finance Minister Rachel Reeves prepares to unveil the Labour government's first budget, addressing weeks of uncertainty over tax and spending. Meanwhile, Hong Kong introduces new guidelines for the responsible use of AI in financial services during FinTech Week, positioning itself as a leader in the evolving landscape of finance and technology. Join us as we explore the implications of these significant developments for consumers and businesses alike. Sources: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/28/uk-finance-minister-rachel-reeves-outlines-2024-october-budget.html https://au.finance.yahoo.com/news/anz-cuts-interest-rates-ahead-of-major-rba-decision-044134307.html/ https://finance.yahoo.com/news/citi-launches-digital-trade-receivable-013000093.html/ https://www.scmp.com/business/banking-finance/article/3284120/hong-kong-unveils-rules-responsible-ai-use-it-gets-ahead-disruptive-technology Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Britain's Labour government to deliver debut Budget this week, settling weeks of uncertainty (00:03:04) Major bank's telling interest rate move ahead of crucial RBA decision: 'Cut' (00:05:19) Citi Launches New Digital Trade Receivable Finance Solution (00:07:42) Hong Kong unveils rules for ‘responsible’ AI use at Fintech Week
    Show More Show Less
    11 mins
  • Innovative Debt Solutions for Africa and Campaign Finance Controversies

    Innovative Debt Solutions for Africa and Campaign Finance Controversies
    Oct 27 2024
    In this episode, we explore Egypt's Finance Minister's proposal for debt-for-investment swaps to enhance development in Africa amidst rising debt levels. We also discuss the ethics complaint against Whitfield County Sheriff Scott Chitwood regarding campaign finance transparency. Additionally, G7 finance leaders urge Israel to maintain banking ties with Palestinians, and we analyze Hartford Financial Services Group's strong third-quarter earnings report. Join us for insights into these pressing financial issues and their broader implications. Sources: https://www.dailynewsegypt.com/2024/10/26/debt-for-investment-swaps-enhance-development-pathways-in-africa-finance-minister/ https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2024/oct/26/whitfield-county-sheriff-receives-campaign/ https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/international-business/g7-finance-leaders-call-on-israel-to-maintain-palestinian-banking-relationships/articleshow/114629306.cms https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hartford-financial-services-group-third-132912145.html/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) Debt-for-investment swaps enhance development pathways in Africa: Finance Minister (00:02:48) Whitfield County sheriff receives campaign finance complaint in reelection bid | Chattanooga Times Free Press (00:05:57) G7 finance leaders call on Israel to maintain Palestinian banking relationships (00:09:07) Hartford Financial Services Group Third Quarter 2024 Earnings: Revenues Beat Expectations, EPS In Line
    Show More Show Less
    12 mins

What listeners say about Simply Finance

Average customer ratings

Reviews - Please select the tabs below to change the source of reviews.

Audible.co.uk reviews

Amazon reviews
No Reviews are Available