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Whistleblower points to Deutsche Bank's role in Danske money laundering scandal8:22

3h ago8:22

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The first public testimony of the British man who exposed one of the world’s largest money laundering cases has pointed to the involvement of two US banks and a European bank’s US subsidiary, identified by the FT as Deutsche Bank, JPMorgan Chase and Bank of America. Patrick Jenkins discusses the revelations with Richard Milne. Contributors: Kat ...…

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How the mafia infiltrated Italy's food chain9:22

3h ago9:22

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Italy’s food chain has been thoroughly infiltrated by the mafia, from field to fork. Hannah Roberts investigated the problem and told Josh Noble what she found Contributors: Suzanne Blumsom, executive editor, Josh Noble, weekend news editor, Hannah Roberts, Rome-based investigative reporter. Producer: Fiona Symon…

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Russia's controversial new gas pipeline to Europe11:07

3d ago11:07

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Russia and Germany are pressing ahead with the construction of a controversial pipeline to export Russian gas to Europe, despite strong opposition from the US administration, which has threatened sanctions. Katie Martin asks Henry Foy and Tobias Buck why the project is important for Germany and why it has attracted such strong opposition. Contr ...…

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Italy’s economic drift10:36

4d ago10:36

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The European Commission recently rejected Italy’s spending plans for 2019, noting that they are in danger of running an excessive public deficit. So why is the Italian government proposing to expand public spending? John Murray Brown is joined by Valentina Romei and Miles Johnson to discuss the challenges of Italian economic stagnation and stru ...…

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How Amazon chose New York and Virginia for HQ27:47

5d ago7:47

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The ecommerce giant plans to put big new offices in Long Island City, in New York, and Arlington, Virginia, ending the 14-month long search for a second headquarters. So why these two cities? The FT’s Shannon Bond explains Amazon’s decision and what these new headquarters tell us about the future direction of its business. Read Shannon’s latest ...…

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US China chip wars10:19

6d ago10:19

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Computer chips have become the latest battleground in the trade war between the US and China. Caught in the middle is China chip maker, Fujian Jinhua, which the US has charged with conspiracy to steal trade secrets from US rival Micron. Malcolm Moore discusses the case and China’s efforts to build its own semiconductor industry with Emily Feng ...…

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Why did prosecutors raid BlackRock's German offices?8:54

7d ago8:54

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BlackRock's Munich offices have been caught up in a long running investigation into a tax fraud, thought to have cost the German authorities as much as €7bn. This has embroiled Friedrich Merz, BlackRock's German chief, who is hoping to succeed Angela Merkel as head of the CDU party next month. Katie Martin discusses the fraud and which financia ...…

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Travels in Moneyland16:58

10d ago16:58

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Oliver Bullough, author of Moneyland, tells Caroline Binham about his attempts to track down the wealth hidden away by the world's crooks and kleptocrats and why the problem urgently requires a transnational solution. Contributors: Josh Noble, weekend news editor, Oliver Bullough, journalist and author, Caroline Binham, financial regulation cor ...…

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Persimmon chief loses job after pay controversy6:02

11d ago6:02

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Jeff Fairburn, Britain’s highest paid chief executive last year, has been asked to stand down after the controversy over his bonus proved too much for the company he led, the UK housebuilder Persimmon. So does this mean an end is in sight for excessive executive pay or is this just an isolated case? John Murray Brown puts the question to the FT ...…

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Modi's clash with the Reserve Bank of India7:58

12d ago7:58

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India’s prime minister Narendra Modi has become embroiled in a public row with the country’s central bank and its governor Urjit Patel, which critics say puts the independence of the Reserve Bank of India at risk. Victor Mallet, the FT's Asia news editor, tells Katie Martin the story. Contributors: Adam Samson, head of FastFT, Katie Martin, cap ...…

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How can we prepare for the 100-year life?11:13

13d ago11:13

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Is longevity something to be celebrated or feared? Darren Dodd talks to Carol Jagger, professor of the epidemiology of ageing at Newcastle University and Andrew Scott, co-author of The 100-year life, about what society and individuals can do to prepare for a healthy, longer life. Sign up for your weekly health briefing here Contributors: Darren ...…

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America’s heartland issues referendum on Trump8:30

14d ago8:30

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US voters will head to the polls on Tuesday for the highly-anticipated midterm elections. In one Kansas district, some moderate Republicans plan to cast protest votes for a Democratic newcomer. Their reason for doing so? President Trump. The FT’s Brooke Fox shares her reporting from one suburban district that mirrors a handful of others across ...…

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Turning workplace frustration into comedy gold12:00

17d ago12:00

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Comedian and former Google employee Sarah Cooper tells Emma Jacobs about the inspiration for her new book on how to be successful without hurting mens feelings. How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men’s Feelings was published on October 30 Contributors: Katie Martin, capital markets editor, Sarah Cooper, author and comedian, Emma Jacobs, FT co ...…

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Yemen on the brink11:57

18d ago11:57

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The US this week called for peace talks to begin within a month to end hostilities that have pitted a Saudi-led coalition against Houthi rebels in Yemen. Heba Saleh spoke to Lise Grande, UN humanitarian coordinator in Yemen, about how bad the crisis is and what needs to be done to stave off a catastrophic famine. Contributors: Barney Jopson, Mi ...…

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IBM's $34bn gamble on Red Hat10:07

19d ago10:07

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IBM’s $34bn acquisition of Red Hat is the biggest transaction in the company’s history. Malcolm Moore discusses what chief executive Ginni Rometti is hoping to achieve and whether the gamble will pay off with Richard Waters, the FT's West Coast editor. Read Richards’s analysis here Contributors: Suzanne Blumsom, executive editor, Malcolm Moore, ...…

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Could black voters make a difference in Missouri mid-terms?6:03

20d ago6:03

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The FT’s Patti Waldmeir reports from Missouri - a key battleground in the US mid-term elections. Black voters are a tiny minority in the mid-western state, but African-American leaders are hoping that a high turnout by black voters could give the Democratic Senate candidate an edge. Read Patti's article here Contributors: Katie Martin, capital ...…

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Could Bolsonaro policies speed Amazon deforestation?11:30

21d ago11:30

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Environmentalists fear Brazil's incoming president Jair Bolsonaro will relax curbs on deforestation and the result will be an assault on the rainforest that helps regulate the earth's atmosphere. Leslie Hook talks to Joseph Leahy about why the forest may be at risk under Brazil's new president, and at an ambitious plan to map the DNA sequences ...…

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Paul Volcker's message to the next generation10:17

24d ago10:17

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The former chairman of the Federal Reserve talks to Gillian Tett about his life, legacy and what worries him about the current financial system. Contributors: Gillian Tett, US managing editor. Producers: Aimee Keane, Jennifer Sigl and Eric Krupke.

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How can we eliminate the plastic waste clogging our oceans?10:19

25d ago10:19

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Ellen MacArthur, former round the world sailor turned campaigner, tells Leslie Hook the companies that create packaging for their products are starting to understand the responsibility they hold for helping eliminate the waste. Contributors: Katie Martin, capital markets editor, Ellen MacArthur and Leslie Hook, FT environment correspondent. Pro ...…

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Kevin Rudd on the US-China trade war8:48

26d ago8:48

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The escalating trade dispute between the US and China has clouded the global economic outlook, with no signs of ending soon. This year, the US has slapped tariffs on $250bn worth of Chinese goods, while the Chinese have retaliated with tariffs on $110bn of US goods. The FT's Gillian Tett recently sat down with Kevin Rudd, former prime minister ...…

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India's #MeToo movement11:19

27d ago11:19

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An Indian government minister was forced to stand down last week in the wake of sexual harassment allegations. Jyotsna Singh talks to Amy Kazmin about why so many Indian women are coming forward to complain about harassment in the workplace and whether this will be a catalyst for change. Contributors: Suzanne Blumsom, executive editor, Amy Kazm ...…

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Saudi scandal clouds SoftBank's future11:35

28d ago11:35

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SoftBank shares took a hit after agents of Saudi Arabia, its main funder, were accused of carrying out the gruesome murder of a Saudi journalist in Turkey. Malcolm Moore discusses what this means for the Japanese technology company with Kana Inagaki and Arash Massoudi. Contributors: Katie Martin, capital markets editor, Malcolm Moore, technolog ...…

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European summit ends on constructive note for Britain7:11

1M ago7:11

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This week's Brussels summit ended on a conciliatory note for Theresa May after German Chancellor Angela Merkel called for more flexibility on both sides to engineer a breakthrough on Brexit. The FT's Alex Barker and Mehreen Khan report from the Justus Lipsius building, headquarters of the Council of the European Union. Contributors: Katie Marti ...…

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Europe's corporate comeback15:12

1M ago15:12

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Political uncertainty over Brexit and the threat of global trade wars has overshadowed a remarkable corporate success story in Europe. Martin Arnold discusses how companies on the Continent have bounced back since the financial crisis with Sarah Gordon, FT business editor and regional correspondents Harriet Agnew, Olaf Storbeck and Michael Stot ...…

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Can farming thrive without chemicals?13:05

1M ago13:05

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There is growing evidence that the use of chemicals in agriculture is harmful to both the environment and human health. Maija Palmer discusses potential alternatives with Helen Browning, chief executive of the Soil Association, Adam Speed of the Crop Protection Association and Andrew Diprose, chief exec of Rootwave, a startup that uses electric ...…

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US goes all out on sanctions against Iran12:54

1M ago12:54

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Donald Trump’s decision to step up sanctions on Iran has set up a clash with European allies who still support the 2015 nuclear accord. Roula Khalaf discusses the repercussions of the clash with Najmeh Bozorgmehr, Katrina Manson and Michael Peel. Contributors: Suzanne Blumsom, executive editor, Roula Khalaf, deputy editor, Katrina Manson, US de ...…

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Netflix joins battle to win Indian viewers online8:15

1M ago8:15

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Some of the world’s biggest retail and technology companies have recently entered the Indian market, enticed by rapid growth in the local telecoms network. Among these is Netflix, which has launched an original show, Sacred Games, targeting Indian audiences. Jyotsna Singh talks to Kiran Stacey about whether the video streaming service can repea ...…

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Amazon adds to pay boost to address backlash8:31

1M ago8:31

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The online retailer will give an extra boost in pay to some long-time workers amid concerns over changes to its compensation policies as part of a minimum-wage increase. The FT's Shannon Bond explains the backlash, and what prompted Amazon to raise its minimum wage in the first place.

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Will the e-scooter craze catch on in Europe?11:45

1M ago11:45

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An electric scooter craze has taken hold in US cities from Washington to San Francisco. Tim Bradshaw talks to Malcolm Moore about what's their appeal and whether the craze will catch on in Europe. Contributors: Suzanne Blumsom, executive editor, Malcolm Moore, technology news editor, and Tim Bradshaw, technology correspondent; Producer: Fiona Symon…

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Why mental health at work matters10:24

1M ago10:24

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What can we do to combat mental health problems in the workplace? Darren Dodd, editor of FT Health, discusses possible solutions and why this matters with Beth Robotham, vice chair of the City Mental Health Alliance and Sean Russel, head of the West Midlands Mental Health Commission. Subscribe to our weekly health briefing here…

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Melinda Gates on internet access for all12:50

1M ago12:50

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Melinda Gates talks to John Thornhill about her work to promote more inclusive global growth through widening access to the internet and why she thinks doomsday scenarios about robots stealing jobs are misguided. Pathways for Prosperity Commission

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Is China's Bytedance worth $75bn?12:21

1M ago12:21

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China's Bytedance is poised to have a valuation higher than Uber and Didi if its latest fundraising succeeds. Malcolm Moore talks to Emily Feng about how the news and video sharing app became one of a handful of Chinese tech giants to go global, and asks whether such a high valuation can be justified. Read more on Bytedance here…

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Resignations shake Macron's dream of inclusive government6:44

2M ago6:44

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Emmanuel Macron, France's reforming president, has seen his popularity plunge as former political allies jump ship. Josh Noble talks to FT Paris correspondent Harriet Agnew about what has gone wrong for Mr Macron and what impact his reforms are having on the wider society. Read more on this topic here and here…

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What are the key issues for Brazilian voters?7:43

2M ago7:43

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Sunday's elections in Brazil could turn out to be the most polarising and unpredictable in the country’s recent history. Andres Schipani, FT Brazil correspondent, talks to Valentina Romei about who the leading candidates are and what issues voters are most concerned about. Read more on the Brazilian election here…

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How Chinese students became a target of US foreign policy discussions9:03

2M ago9:03

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Earlier this year White House hawks encouraged President Donald Trump to stop issuing student visas to Chinese nationals, but the proposal was shelved over concerns about its economic and diplomatic impact. The FT's Demetri Sevastopulo reports from Washington.

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Paris wins business as post-Brexit trading hub for banks8:20

2M ago8:20

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Banks and asset managers are beginning to steer their EU trading operations from London to French capital. Patrick Jenkins discusses which banks are in the vanguard and what this trend means for London with Stephen Morris. He also speaks to Christian Noyer, former governor of the Bank of France, about what France has done to win over the banks. ...…

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Can blockchain democratise the art market?13:33

2M ago13:33

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Can blockchain solve problems of origin, ownership and price in the art market? Josh Spero put this question to Georgina Adam, author of Dark Side of the Boom, Jess Holgrave from Codex Protocol, and Anne Bracegirdle from Christie's at the FT’s recent Weekend Festival in London. Dark Side of the Boom: The Excesses of the Art Market in the 21st C ...…

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How the Kavanaugh hearing unfolded11:50

2M ago11:50

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Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh angrily denied accusations that he had committed sexual assault when he testified at a dramatic Senate hearing on Thursday, after Christine Blasey Ford told the panel she was "100 per cent" certain that Mr Kavanaugh was the man who attacked her at an early 1980s high-school party. Washington bureau chief De ...…

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Shining a light on the brain11:20

2M ago11:20

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What kind of health problems are advances in brain imaging helping to solve and how close we are to being able to read minds? Darren Dodd discusses the latest research with Clare Elwell, a professor of medical physics at University College in London, and FT Science Editor Clive Cookson

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Imran Khan's austerity drive8:08

2M ago8:08

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Former cricketer Imran Khan and his new government in Pakistan have inherited the widest budget deficit in years and an impending foreign currency crisis. Jyotsna Singh talks to the FT’s Kiran Stacey about the measures Mr Khan has taken during his first month in office to try to avert the crisis.

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The Lehman story: an American parable12:45

2M ago12:45

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Lehman is best known as the bank at the centre of the financial crash, but a book and a play about the brothers who founded the bank tell a different story, of immigration and entrepreneurship. Jan Dalley discusses the book and the play with Peter Chapman and Sarah Hemming

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UK Biobank plays critical role in assessing global health risks16:00

2M ago16:00

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The UK Biobank, the world’s most comprehensive set of human health data, is providing a vital resource for global scientific and medical research. Darren Dodd talks to Clare Elwell, professor of medical physics at University College London, Cathie Sudlow, chief scientist at the UK Biobank and Clive Cookson, FT science editor, about how it came ...…

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How one US port is dealing with Trump's trade war8:03

2M ago8:03

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At the Port of Baltimore on the US east coast businesses fear the impact of the US-China tariff battle. The FT's world trade editor James Politi reports.

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IMF issues stark warning on Brexit11:30

2M ago11:30

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IMF managing director Christine Lagarde has issued a stark warning about the 'substantial costs' to the UK of leaving the EU without a deal. Siona Jenkins discusses the warning and how serious the risk of a no-deal exit is with the FT's Chris Giles and James Blitz.

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India's long-awaited gay rights victory10:15

2M ago10:15

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India's gay community is celebrating a recent supreme court ruling to decriminalise homosexuality. Jyotsna Singh discusses how the ruling came about and what happens next with Amy Kazmin the FT’s South Asia bureau chief. Read Amy's story here

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Skripal poisoning suspects claim to be tourists10:43

2M ago10:43

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Two Russian men accused by Britain of carrying out the poisoning of former spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia in the UK town of Salisbury last March have appeared on Russian TV to deny any involvement. Katie Martin discusses the latest twist in the story with Max Seddon and David Bond

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Markets send Tesla a message7:10

2M ago7:10

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After a rocky summer for Tesla and chief executive Elon Musk, the electric car maker’s share and bond prices have dropped. The FT's Elaine Moore explains what triggered the market moves, and whether it matters to the company's day-to-day operations.

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Europe's widening money laundering scandal8:14

2M ago8:14

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Last week, it was Danske Bank. This week the Dutch Bank ING is at the centre of allegations that it failed to spot suspicious cross border money flows. Patrick Jenkins, the FT's financial editor, talks to Martin Arnold, banking editor, and Jim Brunsden, Brussels correspondent, about the latest money laundering scandal and what European regulato ...…

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US tries to bring its longest war to an end in Afghanistan10:00

2M ago10:00

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The US is pushing for a deal in Afghanistan amid tentative signs that the Taliban might be ready to end its war in exchange for a role in government. But Isis and others, including the Taliban, still pose a threat. The FT’s Katrina Manson returns to Kabul nearly ten years after her last visit, to report on her trip with Jim Mattis, US defence s ...…

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Has banking culture changed since the financial crisis?13:23

2M ago13:23

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Ten years on from the financial crisis, Gillian Tett, the FT's US managing editor, talks to some of the leading figures in banking at the time to find out what lessons have been learnt. Watch the video here

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