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World Service,05 Aug 2024,26 mins

Global Markets Meltdown

World Business Report

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Weak economic data from the US has fuelled speculation that the world's largest economy is slowing. In London, the FTSE 100 fell and stocks in Asia have tumbled. We take a look at what's perplexing investors around the world. The Bangladesh Prime Minister resigns following weeks of deadly anti-government protests we find out how the garment and textiles industry has been impacted. And we hear how product placement is being used at the Olympic Game after one brand became highly visible during the opening ceremony.

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