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Takaichi's Landslide Win & Starmer On The Brink as Key Aide Quits | Daybreak Europe 2/9/2026

Bloomberg Daybreak Europe is your essential morning viewing to stay ahead. Live from London, we set the agenda for your day, catching you up with overnight markets news from the US and Asia. And we'll tell you what matters for investors in Europe, giving you insight before trading begins. On today's show, the Nikkei 225 soared, leading Asia higher, after Sanae Takaichi's historic election victory. Keir Starmer is facing a battle for political survival after his top aide quit amid the controversy over former US envoy Peter Mandelson's appointment. Bloomberg understands that Chinese regulators have advised banks to limit their exposure to US Treasuries, citing concerns over market volatility and concentration risks. Today's guests: Economist and Currency Strategist at Commonwealth Bank of Australia Carol Kong & Reform UK Deputy Leader, Richard Tice (Source: Bloomberg)