This week, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers says President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill cuts many Americans' safety net. And we take a look at how the US wine industry will be threatened by tariffs that are intended to protect domestic businesses. Plus, is wearable technology the new Fountain of Youth? Later, a look at how AI could shape the future of monetary policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 18, 2025•48 min
This week, the FDA’s new commissioner Dr. Marty Makary outlines a new approach to the department, hoping to restore public trust. Plus, checking in on the heartland of the US - we travel to Iowa to see how much American farmers rely on export markets. Later, a look at the ever-evolving media landscape and whether mergers and breakups have actually helped the challenged industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 11, 2025•48 min
On this special, fan favorite edition of Bloomberg Wall Street Week, we look at India’s growth story and its taper as India-US relations grow more complicated. And, luxury brands are struggling to stay afloat… are secondhand retailers a sound solution? Plus, a close look at some of the advantages and pitfalls of the White House rolling back regulations. Later, what does it mean for a company when it reaches zombie status? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jul 04, 2025•38 min
This week, how will the United States' involvement in the Iran-Israel war affect markets and hopes for cooperation in the Middle East? And, an interview with the Director of the Congressional Budget Office on the agency's role in predicting the fiscal impact of the "Big Beautiful Bill." Plus, will President Trump’s "Gold Card" attract foreign investment to the US? Later, how Zohran Mamdani’s success in the New York City mayoral primary election tells the story of the shift within the Democratic ...
Jun 28, 2025•47 min
This week, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers on the recent Fed decision and the economic implications of uncertainty in the Middle East. And, how is Saudi giant Aramco diversifying in a tech-driven world? Plus, an interview with Robinhood’s Vlad Tenev on artificial intelligence solutions for nuanced needs. Later, Netflix is entering the themed entertainment business with Netflix House, further intensifying its competition with traditional media players. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...
Jun 20, 2025•48 min
This week, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way central banks understand, forecast, and manage the economy. And, President Trump’s call for $2 gas may please drivers, but in oil towns like Odessa, falling prices threaten jobs, investment, and the economic foundation of the U.S. energy heartland. Plus, an interview with Johnson & Johnson’s CEO on the golden age of medical innovation. Later, will flying cars soon be a reality? See om...
Jun 13, 2025•48 min
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Hoover Institution’s Niall Ferguson debate US and China's "hostile codependence." And, as President Trump touts lower gasoline prices, some experts explain why it’s concerning. Plus, more millionaires in the UK are packing their bags for Italy, but will it be for good? Later, how will private equity change Big Law? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 06, 2025•46 min
This week, why fixing the US air traffic control system won't happen overnight and the Trump administration's plan to fix it. Plus, how hyperscalers have taken over the business of undersea cables to support our growing data needs. Later, a look into the role of international students in the educational industrial complex and innovation ecosystem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 30, 2025•48 min
This week, how the FDA violated its own rules in approving marketing for opioid painkillers. Later, how does a company balance its heritage with its future? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 23, 2025•37 min
This week, former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Hoover Institution's Elizabeth Economy discuss the US pivot on trade dealings with China. Plus, a look at Sweden’s vibrant capital markets and Nasdaq's role in its innovation ecosystem. Later, US Army Sec. Driscoll joins us with the administration's approach to a decades-long spending challenge at the Pentagon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 16, 2025•48 min
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Economist Kenneth Rogoff weigh the effects of President Trump's policies on monetary policy. And, how will the IRS carry out its mandate under the Trump administration’s recent staff and funding cuts? Plus, across the pond, how will tariffs affect Ireland’s corporate tax policies that have attracted American companies to its shores? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
May 09, 2025•36 min
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Columbia’s Kathryn Judge discuss the importance and evolution of the Fed's independence. And, how will Trump’s tariffs influence trade in the long run? Plus, Vanguard’s 50th anniversary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 02, 2025•35 min
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and UVA’s Barbara Perry compare President Trump’s first 100 days in office with his previous term and those of presidents past. Later, how does a company balance its heritage with its future? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 25, 2025•33 min
Check out the new Stock Movers Podcast from Bloomberg. Subscribe for five-minute episodes on today's winners and losers in the stock market. Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4kJ43ON Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mr385jv6 Listen on other platforms: https://link.podtrac.com/h0zn7xir See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 21, 2025•5 min
This week, Former Harvard University President Larry Summers assailed President Donald Trump over his deepening attacks on the school, slamming a “wildly extralegal” federal funding freeze earlier this week and warning of government “tyranny.” Plus, the growing investment in women's sports...will leagues like the NWSL and WNBA continue to generate billions of dollars in revenue? And, a broader look at sports as an asset class and the increase in investment opportunities. We hear from conservativ...
Apr 18, 2025•38 min
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers examines tariffs through a historical lens and poses hypotheticals for the current administration. And, how will the US pull off creating a sovereign wealth fund? Plus, we take a look at TikTok and whether it's a threat to national security. Later, we dive into our nation’s air traffic control system...is it safe? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 11, 2025•48 min
This week, we dissect President Trump’s tariffs with former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers, and how EU’s capital markets might fare with Santander’s Ana Botin. Plus, we take a look at how private equity is growing the high-end tuna market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 04, 2025•48 min
This is a special edition of the Bloomberg Daybreak: US Edition podcast. Subscribe to the show: on Apple: http://bit.ly/3DWYoAN on Spotify: http://bit.ly/3jGRYiB Anywhere: http://bit.ly/3J1bct9 On today's episode: President Donald Trump imposed the steepest American tariffs in a century as he steps up his campaign to reshape the global economy, sparking threats of retaliation and a selloff in markets around the world.Trump announced Wednesday he will apply at least a 10% tariff on all exporters ...
Apr 03, 2025•22 min
This week, we take a look at the increasing tension between the US and Europe and the future of defense spending. Plus, New Balance CEO Joe Preston on how he’s kept the brand fresh after all these years. Later, a look at the $200 billion video game market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 28, 2025•36 min
Stock Movers is a new, five-minute report on today's winners and losers in the stock market. Listen for analysis on the companies making news in markets. Listen on Apple : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stock-movers/id1803209456 Listen on Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/show/1LhpIazkwQ9bSkxHsjknI8?si=1233c9c58f1e4e16&nd=1&dlsi=b25af9cebbca4895 Listen Anywhere : https://link.podtrac.com/h0zn7xir See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 24, 2025•30 sec
This week, Former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers says that President Trump's policies are "self-inflicted" wounds to the economy. And, we take a look at the tug-of-war between the new administration's "drill, baby, drill" goal and what oil and gas companies want. Plus, a look at some of the most recent bandwagon innovations and initiatives that are fading in the face of challenges. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Mar 21, 2025•35 min
This week, we look at five years since Covid-19...what has changed? What did we expect would change? And, how did different governments' pandemic restrictions affect their economies? Plus, did you ever wonder what CEOs do after they retire? We sit down with former Netflix CEO Reed Hastings on his new ski town. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 14, 2025•36 min
This week, we look at China’s economic challenges with former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers. And, commemorating International Women’s Day through women’s sports… will leagues like the NWSL and WNBA continue to generate billions of dollars in revenue? Plus, a broader look at sports as an asset class and the increase in investment opportunities. Later, we interview conservative activist investor Robby Starbuck as we look at role of faith in investment decisions. See omnystudio.com/listene...
Mar 08, 2025•48 min
This week, we look at India’s growth story and its taper as India-US relations grow more complicated. And, luxury brands are struggling to stay afloat… are secondhand retailers a sound solution? Plus, a close look at some of the advantages and pitfalls of the White House rolling back regulations. Later, what does it mean for a company when it reaches zombie status? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 01, 2025•38 min
This week, we look at why US automakers are getting hit by the threat of tariffs meant to protect them. And, the Inflation Reduction Act was supposed to be able to pay for its spending without increasing inflation - did it live up to its name? Plus, the promise of AI keeps growing along with the hurdles in its way. We talk to Nobel Laureate Geoffery Hinton and "Chip War" author, Chris Miller. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Feb 22, 2025•35 min
This week, Former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Bloomberg News Head of Economics and Government Stephanie Flanders look at how President Trump took his negotiating style from New York the Oval Office. Meanwhile Thomas Peterffy of Interactive Brokers and former CFTC chairman Timothy Massad tell us why event contracts are different from betting markets. And, we take an inside look at a regulated prediction market, Kalshi. Plus, we go to Wyoming for an inside look into new laser tec...
Feb 15, 2025•35 min
Pfizer chairman and CEO Albert Bourla sees cancer as the pharmaceutical company's next frontier. Meanwhile, funding and research in finding a cure for Alzheimer's might have crowded out more effective approaches. And, Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio tells us how countries go broke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 08, 2025•38 min
US President Donald Trump ramped up his tariff threats to the European Union while saying he would speak with the leaders of Canada and Mexico, as stock markets sank following a hectic weekend that saw prospects for a trade war turn into reality. In remarks to reporters on Sunday night, Trump said he would hold separate calls on Monday morning with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, as well as with the Mexican leadership, after announcing 25% tariffs on the US’s neighbors and top trading pa...
Feb 03, 2025•11 min
This week, we look at where the Federal Reserve's 2% inflation target came from and how differently inflation is perceived across the country with the Fed presidents of New York, Minneapolis, and Chicago. Plus, we take you to two different office buildings in New York City, One Vanderbilt and 322 Eighth Avenue, to tell the story of the challenges that unite commercial real estate properties, regardless of class. And, Chinese AI startup DeepSeek roils global markets and the Magnificent 7. See omn...
Feb 01, 2025•37 min
In this bonus episode from Bloomberg Daybreak, hosts Nathan Hager and Karen Moskow examine the emergence of DeepSeek. The Chinese artificial intelligence startup is rocking global technology stocks, raising questions over America’s technological dominance. Buzz grew over the weekend about DeepSeek’s latest AI model being cost-effective while running on less-advanced chips, casting doubt on the validity of the rich valuations for companies like Nvidia. You can hear more episodes of Bloomberg Dayb...
Jan 27, 2025•9 min
