BBC World Service - Business Daily

Can Money Buy Happiness?

In 50 years, we've got richer but no happier. Why? Are you happier if others are poorer?

Can poems provide insights into the world of business?

A company is standing for public office in America. Plus life at 20 per cent unemployment.

Should Germany cut weak economies loose from the Euro? And credit cards for kids?

Bermuda's finance minister on tax havens. And why droughts cause witch killings.

Google's chief economist on how papers can thrive on-line. Plus Lucy Kellaway on lists.

How public debts could be four times as big as they are now, within a few decades.

America gets tough with China about its currency.

A new law in Zimbabwe means redistributing property. Is it fair? Is it economically wise?

Wall Street's favourite lawyer says there is still 'dry tinder' in the banking system.