Blackstone's large IPO pipeline

Apple reported a blockbuster rise in revenue last quarter, and Blackstone is preparing to take a series of long-held investments public. Plus, Canada’s oil industry is thriving as it pushes into Asian markets. Plus, some US oil majors are reporting earnings, which could give us a window into whether they're preparing to invest in Venezuela.

Mentioned in this podcast:

Apple hails ‘remarkable’ $144bn quarter with best-ever iPhone sales

Blackstone lines up ‘one of largest IPO pipelines in history’

Canada’s oil industry thrives as sales to China soar

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