US health insurer stocks call in sick

US health insurer stocks call in sick

US health insurance stocks plunged yesterday, and New Delhi and Brussels have agreed a trade deal that will eliminate up to €4bn of tariffs on EU exports. Plus, Nato is increasing its military presence in the Arctic to counter Russia.


Mentioned in this podcast:

US health insurer stocks plummet on Trump Medicare spending plan

EU and India seal trade pact to slash €4bn of tariffs on bloc’s exports

How Nato is preparing for war in the Arctic


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Today’s FT News Briefing was hosted by Sonja Hutson and edited by Marc Filippino. It was produced by Fiona Symon and Victoria Craig. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and Michael Lello. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT’s Global Head of Audio. The show’s theme music is by Metaphor Music.


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