World Business Report

World Business Report

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

World Business Report

Episodes (67 available)

World Business Report, Is the Strait of Hormuz opening up again?

Companies are starting to send vessels back through one of the world’s busiest routes.

3 Apr 2026

26 mins

World Business Report, French container ship reportedly passes through Strait of Hormuz

First western-owned container ship passes through the crucial Gulf trade route - reports

3 Apr 2026

9 mins

World Business Report, SpaceX eyes take off with over $1 trillion valuation

Could Space X become one of the world’s most valuable companies?

2 Apr 2026

26 mins

World Business Report, Countries hold summit over Strait of Hormuz trade crisis

More than forty countries discuss plans to reopen the vital shipping lane.

2 Apr 2026

9 mins

World Business Report, How will rising oil prices affect airlines?

Jet fuel costs are rising, driven by ongoing conflict in the Middle East

1 Apr 2026

26 mins

World Business Report, Could there be a revival of the coal industry?

As Asia struggles without fuel imports, we explore the increased use of 'dirty' fuels.

1 Apr 2026

9 mins

World Business Report, Two of the biggest names in your kitchen could soon be joining forces

Unilever is combining its food arm with McCormick to create a global giant.

31 Mar 2026

26 mins

World Business Report, Why Sri Lanka is raising electricity prices for most households

Sri Lanka is forced to increase power tariffs as energy costs begin to bite

31 Mar 2026

9 mins

World Business Report, Kharg Island: What role does it play in Iran’s economy?

Oil prices continue to be high as the US-Israel war with Iran enters its fifth week.

30 Mar 2026

26 mins

World Business Report, Why diesel is rising quicker in price than other fuel?

Diesel has been rising faster than other fuels due to the war in Iran

30 Mar 2026

9 mins

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