State of the Strait

State of the Strait

Author: BBC Radio 5 Live May 5, 2026 Duration: 53:16

The latest on the back-and-forth claims and denials between the US and Iran. Sean Farrington also looks into how an operation to guide ships out of the Strait of Hormuz could work. We look into what a potential $55.5bn takeover of eBay could mean. And Wake Up To Money visits the prison with more working inmates than any other.


Each weekday morning, Wake Up to Money cuts through the noise to deliver clear, timely analysis of the forces shaping your finances and the global economy. Produced by BBC Radio 5 Live, this long-running podcast provides more than just headlines; it offers context and insight you can actually use. You’ll hear expert interviews and straightforward explanations on everything from mortgage rates and pension changes to the broader business trends influencing markets from London to Tokyo and New York. The focus is on making sense of complex topics, turning the day’s financial news into actionable understanding. Tune in for a grounded start to your day, with the latest market movements and personal finance updates presented in a digestible, authoritative format. This is essential listening for anyone who wants to navigate their economic world with greater confidence, all before the first cup of coffee.
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Business of Sport with Sean Farrington [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:52
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Duration: 34:13
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Business of Sport with Sean Farrington [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:15
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Business of Sport with Sean Farrington [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:52
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Review of the Business Year [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:58
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Shein Slammed [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:16
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Trials and Tribunals [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 53:14
What do a football club, a media mogul and a social media giant all have in common?Fresh from another victory, Manchester City faces the start of hearings into its 115 alleged financial fair play charges today - Sean Far…
Does rail funding need a revamp? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 52:37
Felicity Hannah finds out if the private sector should fund a new rail link. And, after the success of the first spacewalk, is the sky the limit when it comes to space tourism?