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Sweeping global protests & dipping oil demand

Unrest continues in the US as protests engulf city streets following the death of George Floyd. We look at the underlying factors behind the demonstrations. Hong Kong is marking the anniversary of the Tiananmen Square massacre in China with a vigil – we look at the state of the gathering and what lies in store for the special administrative region. While turmoil continues to grip both the US and the rest of the world, markets have seen a surge. We look at the disconnect between the stock market and the labor market, and how the drop in travel has slammed demand for oil.

Sweeping global protests & dipping oil demand
The boom/bust cycle is as old as Western banking itself. Our hosts break through the mainstream headlines to find the stories that matter, and help you navigate the booms and the busts.