BP chief executive Murray Auchincloss has said he will step down after less than two years in the role, India’s central bank governor expects the country’s interest rates to remain low for a ‘long period’, and UK inflation fell more than expected to an eight-month low of 3.2 per cent. Plus, global companies are seeking private equity partners in China to take on their local operations as they grapple with an increasingly competitive local market.
Mentioned in this podcast:
BP picks Woodside boss Meg O’Neill as new chief executive
India’s central bank governor signals rates to stay low for ‘long period’
UK inflation falls more than expected to 3.2% in November
Global brands seek private equity partners to save their China businesses
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