Victoria Craig

Victoria Craig is the former host of Marketplace Morning Report’s global edition produced by the BBC World Service in London. She graduated from the University of Missouri (go Tigers!) with a degree in broadcast journalism. Before moving to the U.K. in 2017, she covered Wall Street, reporting for five years on U.S. stocks and the economy from New York City. When she’s not in front of the microphone, you can find Victoria baking or curling up with a good book at home, hiking in the English countryside, or travelling through her new European playground.

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Sep 14, 2022
European Commission president pledges sanctions on Russia are “here to stay”
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From the BBC World Service: Delivering her annual state of the union address, Ursula von der Leyen said the Kremlin had put Russia on the path to oblivion. But the war in Ukraine has contributed to many economic challenges across Europe, with the European Commission president outlining proposals to deal with its impact on energy prices and supply. Plus, following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, Jamaica faces growing calls to remove the monarch as head of state.
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Sep 13, 2022
The pain of inflation remains ever-present
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The August consumer price index showed a drop in inflation … just not as much as many would have liked. Susan Schmidt joins us to discuss the general reaction to the data. Twitter’s former cybersecurity chief testifies before the Senate. China’s strict lockdowns are leading to local food shortages.
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Sep 13, 2022
Long-haul COVID symptoms drain the workforce
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First, a report illustrates some of the struggles small businesses are still facing. As a rail strike looms, we look at the role the rail system plays in shipping. At least 500,000 people have had to leave the labor force because of struggles with long-haul COVID symptoms, according to a Stanford and MIT study.
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Sep 13, 2022
COVID lockdowns see Chinese towns and cities facing severe food shortages
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From the BBC World Service: About 60 million people have been locked down across China since the beginning of August as the Beijing government continues its strict zero-COVID strategy. Plus, the European Commission prepares to announce measures to help its 27 member countries move away from using Russian energy sources. And, with worries the economic costs of supporting Ukraine might be too much for some NATO allies, Ukrainian President Zelenskyy calls for greater co-operation and more arms support.
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Sep 12, 2022
How used cars could spark optimism about inflation
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There’s a sense among forecasters that inflated eased up last month, which should show in the upcoming consumer price index. Julia Coronado discusses that with us to open up the week. The Fed’s Beige Book offers a snapshot on demand for business loans. The BBC’s Victoria Craig helps us check in on the British economy in the wake of Queen Elizabeth II’s passing.
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Sep 12, 2022
Ukraine is restoring power supply, but critical infrastructure is badly damaged
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From the BBC World Service: Ukraine’s president, Volodymyr Zelensky, has accused Russia of attacking civilian infrastructure, resulting in widespread blackouts in the Kharkiv and Donetsk regions. There are concerns for how prepared the regions are for the upcoming winter. Plus, British economic growth slowed in July and another public holiday for the Queen’s funeral next week could dampen growth this month.
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Sep 12, 2022
What does being an “elite” college really mean?
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Many people lean on the U.S. News list of best colleges and universities to help make their school choice, but what goes into those rankings? Major credit card companies are going to start keeping track of gun store purchases. We check in on a Texas ruling that deals with employers, religious liberty, and HIV medication.
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Sep 9, 2022
Europe readies for a winter with less Russian energy
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Russia has cut down its gas exports to Europe, leaving officials to figure out a solution as winter crawls closer. We get a less than promising update on the U.S. grain crop. Christopher Low of FHN Financial discusses why American consumers are borrowing more.
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Sep 9, 2022
Let’s cut through the noise around “quiet quitting”
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First, the BBC checks in as Britain and the world reflect on the life of Queen Elizabeth II. Then, we speak to an author about the rise of “quiet quitting” and its place in workplace culture.
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Sep 9, 2022
The world joins the U.K. in mourning the death of Queen Elizabeth II
From the BBC World Service: The United Kingdom and the world is remembering the life of Queen Elizabeth II, who has died. Her reign of 70 years was the longest in British history and she witnessed enormous political changes, including the development of the Commonwealth. In the U.K., a period of royal mourning will be observed until seven days after the Queen’s funeral and many sports events and businesses are also changing their plans for the coming days.
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