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World Service,03 Aug 2026,9 mins

Why is the US bailing out the Yen?

World Business Express

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The US and Japan joined forces last week to prop up the weak Yen after it reached a forty year low, we look at why that is. Plus, pharmaceutical company Astra Zeneca is reportedly exploring a merger with US company Bristol Myers Squibb. We hear what that could mean for the drugs industry. Presenter: Barbara George Producer: Rebecca Smyllie

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