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20/12/2011

The language of the financial markets. Michael Rosen returns for a new series on words and the way we use them.

Bonds and Bailouts - the language of the financial markets. Michael Rosen returns for a new series on words and the way we use them.
The ups and downs of the banking world have moved from the financial news to the front pages. We are, we're told, witnessing momentous events with far-reaching consequences. But how well do we understand the language of global economic turmoil? Does financial jargon explain or obscure the picture? Michael Rosen talks to money makers, anti-capitalists and commentators.

Producer: Chris Ledgard.

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Boxing Day 2011 23:00

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  • Tue 20 Dec 2011 16:00
  • Boxing Day 2011 23:00

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