# Power Players: What does Mamdani's Manhattan mean for the world?

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Podcast: [Business Daily](https://stenobird.com/podcast/business-daily-480879)
Published: 2026-07-08T20:30:00+00:00
Episode link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct8glj
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## Resource

Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani rode a wave of anti-Trump sentiment and cost-of-living pressures to win the New York City mayoralty. But talk of new taxes to fund spending spooked some on Wall Street. Six months in, has he found a balance? Presenters: Michelle Fleury and Will Bain Producer: Josh Martin Editor: Stephen Ryan You can email the team: businessdaily@bbc.co.uk (Image: New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani waves to his supporters after winning the 2025 New York City Mayoral race. Credit: Jeenah Moon/ Reuters)

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