Now playing Next Germany Thousands evacuated in Frankfurt ahead of WWII bomb disposal In Germany's biggest evacuation since the second World War, thousands of residents in Frankfurt were forced to leave their homes this weekend as the authorities prepare to dispose of a World War II-era bomb. 03/09/2017
Now playing Next Germany Frankfurt begins evacuation of city centre as WWII bomb is prepared to be defused A 1.5 kilometre-wide exclusion zone is being evacuated in central Frankfurt as bomb disposal prepares to defuse a 1.4-ton WWII blockbuster 02/09/2017
Now playing Next Eco-Innovation Timeless cars at the 'Kia Miglia' A journey from classic German convertibles to 2017’s most intriguing newcomer, the Kia Stinger. 29/08/2017
Now playing Next Germany Germany's SPD lose power in home state as CDU surges under Merkel Angela Merkel's CDU has pulled off a stunning state election victory in North Rhine Westphalia, burying the SPD and boosting hopes for September's federal poll. 14/05/2017
Now playing Next Economy Brexit threat to the City of London Banks working from London are starting to announce their plans for when Britain leaves the EU, including moving staff to places like Frankfurt. 04/05/2017
Now playing Next Economy ECB boss Draghi squashes rate rise speculation The head of the European Central Bank has moved to end speculation that the ECB will be raisng interest rates sooner rather than later. 06/04/2017
Now playing Next Germany 'Pulse of Europe' rallies show support for a united Europe There has been a show of support for a united Europe in around 60 cities across the EU. 20/03/2017
Now playing Next Economy How to understand Germany’s trade surplus: is it exploiting the weak euro? Criticism of Germany’s export prowess, and accusations of currency manipulation, are just as wrong-headed as Germany’s own defense of its excessive surplus. Ultimately, Germany can serve everyone’s best interests – including its own – by reducing its surplus, and thus the harmful economic imbalances 07/03/2017
Now playing Next Markets LSE-Deutsche Boerse merger seen set to fail A merger between the London Stock Exchange and Germany's Deutsche Boerse looks to be heading for collapse over competition issues. 27/02/2017
Now playing Next Markets Global share markets suffer a Trump slump Nervous investors sold shares on Monday because of uncertainty about the effects of the immigration curbs introduced by the new US president. 30/01/2017
Now playing Next Markets Surprise profit from Deutsche Bank but still overshadowed by massive US fine Germany's biggest lender, Deutsche Bank, has posted an unexpected quarterly net profit but CEO John Cryan say no settlement yet on US misselling fine. 27/10/2016
Now playing Next no comment Baby gorilla born at Frankfurt Zoo Frankfurt Zoo introduced the world to its new pride and joy on Wednesday. 22/09/2016
Now playing Next Business Series London Stock Exchange shareholders vote for Deutsche Boerse merger - but problems remain Brexit uncertainties hang over the merger between the London Stock Exchange and Germany's Deutsche Boerse even as LSE shareholders overwhelmingly voted for it. 04/07/2016
Now playing Next Business Series London Stock Exchange - Deutsche Boerse merger under threat from Brexit Britain's vote to leave the European Union is threatening the planned merger between the London Stock Exchange and Germany's Deutsche Boerse though the LSE says it remains on track. 28/06/2016
Now playing Next Economy ECB's Draghi focuses on monetary policy alignment rather than Brexit Despite all the Brexit turmoil the European Central Bank head Mario Draghi had nothing to say about it in a major speech at an ECB forum in Sintra, Portugal on Tuesday. 28/06/2016
Now playing Next Business Series Frankfurt's Hahn airport gets Asian connection China's Yiqian Trading Company is buying Hahn airport near Frankfurt in Germany with plans to boost passenger numbers to and from Asia and also increase air freight links. 06/06/2016
Now playing Next Cinema Pixomondo brings 'Game of Thrones' dragons to life ‘Game of Thrones’ has been a runaway success for cable network HBO since its first season in 2011 but who breathes life into the series’ iconic 06/05/2016
Now playing Next Economy ECB pledges low borrowing costs 'as long as needed' but no helicopter money European Central Bank President Mario Draghi has vowed to use all the tools at his disposal for "as long as needed" to return the eurozone economy to growth. 21/04/2016
Now playing Next Business Series LSE and Deutsche Boerse go to the altar again but NY may steal the bride European traders are wondering if it will be third time lucky after previous failed attempts, but the London and Frankfurt stock exchanges have again 16/03/2016