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Business Matters: Aeroplane makers squeal as demand fizzles

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28/04/2020 GMT

Aeroplane makers squeal as demand fizzles

BBC World Service - Business Matters, Aeroplane makers squeal as demand fizzles

Boeing's Chief Executive says the company needs to borrow more cash from the government

Boeing and Airbus are both experiencing declining demand. Airlines simply don't need any more planes so long as they're not flying.

As demand for international flights has dried up, the effects are filtering through to Boeing and Airbus. Their customers don't need the planes they already have on order - never mind, placing fresh orders for even more craft. Meanwhile, theories continue to swirl about the mysterious absence of North Korea's leader from public view. He's missed several high profile events and some news outlets are reporting his death. What does the situation, and potential stability issues it creates, mean for the region? And US Crude oil slides 24% to just $12.80 a barrel. What can oil exporters do to turn the price collapse around? (Photo: Guvendemir/ Getty Images)

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