Fortune tellers have crystal balls. Economists have the shipping industry.
Sep 3, 2024

Fortune tellers have crystal balls. Economists have the shipping industry.

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On today's show: an exclusive interview with the CEO of German logistics and shipping company DHL.

Segments From this episode

A preview of this week's economic data

The Federal Reserve meets in two weeks to determine what to do with interest rates. Their thinking will be influenced by data on inflation and employment. This Friday, we’ll hear how many jobs were created — and it’s an important one. We’ll discuss with Julia Coronado, founder and president of MacroPolicy Perspectives and a professor at the University of Texas-Austin.

DHL's CEO on tariffs, economic protectionism and Germany's economy

"Trade barriers drive inflation," explained Tobias Meyer, CEO of the German logistics company DHL Group.
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The team

Leanna Byrne Host, BBC
Kelly Silvera Executive Producer
Meredith Garretson Morbey Senior Producer
Alex Schroeder Producer
Erika Soderstrom Producer
Ariana Rosas Producer
Nic Perez Director/Producer
Dylan Miettinen Digital Producer
John Bruington Media Producer
Jesson Duller Media Producer
Brian Allison Technical Director
James Graham Producer, BBC
Jo Critcher Producer, BBC
Naomi Rainey Producer, BBC