‘COVID-zero’ China, jobs galore, and a woman rises as Cuomo falls

We gather the numbers to know from the week’s biggest economic news stories so you can impress your friends.

Bitcoin seems to be once again closing in on $50,000, Turkey’s central bank has resisted calls from the president to cut its interest rate and the administration of United States President Joe Biden wants OPEC+ to turn on the oil taps, like, yesterday. Phew. It’s been a big week for business and economic news, so if you’re in the August doldrums and haven’t been reading closely, fear not. We have everything you need to know to impress yourself and your friends — then enjoy your weekend.