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Porsche Well-Prepared to Handle 'Huge Challenge' of Virus, CEO Says
Mar.20 -- Porsche Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Oliver Blume says he's confident the company is well-prepared to handle the "huge challenge" coronavirus presents. He speaks with Bloomberg's Alix Steel on "Bloomberg Daybreak:...
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Singapore to Enforce Masks to Help Stem Virus
Apr.14 -- Singapore made face masks mandatory outdoors and plans to close more workplaces among tightened efforts to stem a surge in coronavirus cases. Bloomberg’s Yvonne Man reports on “Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia.”
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RBNZ's Statement Was Quite Dovish, RBC's Ong Says
May.12 -- Su-Lin Ong, chief economist at Royal Bank of Canada in Sydney, discusses Reserve Bank of New Zealand's policy and the economy. The central bank almost doubled its quantitative easing program and signaled it is open to further...
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Sweden Says It Didn't Underestimate Seriousness of Virus
Apr.29 -- Sweden's health minister Lena Hallengren says the country has not underestimated the seriousness of the coronavirus, even though its measures for fighting Covid-19 are more relaxed than other countries. "We realized that this...
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Europe Faces `Unprecedented' Peacetime Contraction, Lagarde Says
Apr.30 -- European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde says the euro-area economy could shrink by as much as 12% this year. She made the comments during the opening statement of the ECB's monetary policy press conference in Frankfurt.
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Maersk Still Expects U-Shaped Recovery, CEO Skou Says
May.13 -- A.P. Moller-Maersk A/S Chief Executive Officer Soren Skou discusses the company's financial results, outlook and strategy. The world’s largest container line said the fallout from Covid-19 will drive volumes down by as much as...
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Burning Issues: Non-Unicorn Casper, CLO Loopholes & Private Credit for 'Mom & Pop'
Jan.28 -- Online mattress retailer Casper Sleep said in a filing that it planned to sell 8.35 million shares for $17 to $19 each, valuing it at just over $744 million -- a drop from a previous assessment of $1.1 billion. Plus managers of...
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China to Support Markets as Coronavirus Spreads
Feb.02 -- China has pledged support for its financial markets that are scheduled to reopen Monday following the extended Lunar New Year break as the coronavirus outbreak shows no signs of slowing. Selina Wang reports on "Bloomberg Markets."
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School closed after confirmed contact with Ireland’s first coronavirus patient
A secondary school in Ireland has been closed after its pupils and teachers were confirmed as having been in contact with the state’s first coronavirus patient. Ireland’s chief medical officer Dr Tony Holohan announced the move at a...
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China envoy cautions on 'excessive' virus measures
China's envoy to the United Nations on Friday expressed support for the World Health Organization's decision to declare a new virus outbreak an international health emergency - but cautioned against "unnecessary panic" or "excessive...
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EU's Dombrovskis on Stimulus Package, G-7 Virus Response
Mar.13 -- European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis discusses the bloc's pledge to provide widespread fiscal stimulus in response to the coronavirus outbreak. He speaks with Bloomberg’s Vonnie Quinn and Guy Johnson on...
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Chancellor Rishi Sunak giving daily coronavirus press briefing
CLEAN: Interior shots of Chancellor Rishi Sunak giving a daily coronavirus press briefing at Downing Street, taking questions from the press on 14 April 2020 in London, United Kingdom
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Lagarde Says ECB to Act If Needed as Pandemic Hits Economy
Sep.28 -- European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde assured members of the European Parliament’s Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee Monday that the central bank is ready to act if needed.
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Dominic Cummings walking to Downing Street
CLEAN: External shots of Downing Street Advisor Dominic Cummings, wearing a suit, walking to 10 Downing Street on 12 November 2020 in London, United Kingdom
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Every Country Needs a Coherent China Strategy: Rudd
Jul.23 -- Asia Society Policy Institute President Kevin Rudd discusses Australia’s relationship with China, Hong Kong losing its special status with the U.S. and Australia’s economic recovery. He speaks on “Bloomberg Markets: China Open.”
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Welsh business owners express Covid concerns
Welsh business owners discuss the impending national 'firebreak lockdown'. Interviews with Warren Sinden, owner of Rigorous Gym in Welshpool, Terri-Ann Ratledge, landlady of The Grapes pub in Welshpool and Tammy Weaver, owner of wedding...
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Siemens Energy Looking Into Plant Closures: Unit CEO
Sep.01 -- Christian Bruch, chief executive officer of Siemens AG’s energy business, discusses the unit's strategy and the spinoff from its parent. The spinoff is the latest big move by Siemens Chief Executive Officer Joe Kaeser to...
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Stephen Barclay on announcement of further funding for the devolved nations
Interview with Chief Secretary to the Treasury Steve Barclay at LOVE Gorgie Farm in Edinburgh. Mr Barclay visited the farm with Scottish Secretary Alister Jack on Friday.
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Hong Kong to Extend Social Distancing Measures: Lam
Sep.21 -- Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam says the city will extend all social distancing rules by another week to Oct. 1. She speaks at a press briefing. (Translated excerpt) (Source: i-Cable)
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ICU doctor 'extremely worried' about second wave
Dr Indeewar Kapila, chair of the BMA’s North West Regional Consultant Committee, says that he is 'extremely worried' about that the rising amount of Covid-19 cases across Britain will see more patients in ICU units.
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Abu Dhabi Aims to Attract Skilled Expats by Making Life Cheaper
Jul.09 -- Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, chairman of Abu Dhabi's Department of Economic Development talks to Manus Cranny on "Bloomberg Daybreak: Middle East," about the oil-rich emirate's efforts to reinvigorate its economy after the double...
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Chancellor Rishi Sunak answering questions from media after delivering jobs plan
CLEAN: Interior shots of Chancellor Rishi Sunak giving a press conference at Downing Street, unveiling a plan for job retention and help for businesses and taking questions from the media on 24 September 2020 in London, United Kingdom
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'Mr. Yen' Expectes Abe's Successor to Carry on Abenomics
Aug.30 -- Eisuke Sakakibara, Japan's former top currency official known as "Mr. Yen," talks about Abenomics, which are the policies of the country's outgoing prime minister, and who he expects to become Shinzo Abe's successor. Sakakibara...
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World Will Be More Online in Long-Term: Naspers CEO
May.14 -- Bob Van Dijk, chief executive officer at Prosus NV and Naspers Ltd., discusses the company’s long-term strategy, where he’s finding opportunities and his plans for education technology. He speaks exclusively on “Bloomberg...