Bill Gross Explains How He Nailed His Regional Banking Trade 8/24/23
Aug 25, 2023
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Pimco co-founder Bill Gross discusses market predictions and Fed Chair Powell's upcoming speech. They also explore raising the inflation target, investing in pipelines, litigation for a utility company, high sick leave rate on August 24th, and the legal process surrounding the arrest of a former President.
Rourke Capital's acquisition of Subway has made it one of the largest restaurant owners globally, further expanding its dominance in the franchise business sector.
World Coin's collection of biometric data in exchange for cryptocurrency is facing significant privacy concerns and investigations by governments around the world.
Deep dives
Private equity firm Rourke Capital acquires Subway sandwich chain
Private equity firm Rourke Capital has acquired Subway sandwich chain in a deal reportedly worth $9.6 billion. Rourke Capital is known for its ownership of various restaurant chains, including Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin' Donuts, and Sonic. The firm specializes in investing in franchise businesses. Subway's current management will remain in place, and the acquisition makes Rourke Capital one of the largest restaurant owners in the world.
World Coin's biometric data collection faces scrutiny
World Coin, a crypto project by Sam Altman, is collecting biometric data through scanning stations in exchange for cryptocurrency. The company claims to have more than 2 million sign-ups since its soft launch two years ago. However, governments around the world, including Argentina, France, Germany, and the UK, are investigating the project for potential privacy concerns. Kenya has taken the strongest action, suspending World Coin's technology and launching a larger probe. Some users have raised concerns about the data collected and the motives behind the project.
Former President Trump turns himself in following felony charges
Former President Donald Trump has turned himself in at the Fulton County Jail in Georgia following felony charges related to efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results in the state. This marks the first time in U.S. history that a former president has been booked with mugshots taken. Trump is expected to be released fairly quickly and will likely return to his plane. The charges he faces are significant as they are state charges and not subject to presidential pardon power.
Private equity firm Rourke Capital's dominance in the restaurant industry
Private equity firm Rourke Capital has become one of the largest restaurant owners in the world with its acquisitions of various popular chains. Apart from the recent acquisition of Subway, Rourke Capital owns Arby's, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin' Donuts, Baskin-Robbins, Jimmy John's, and Sonic, among others. The firm's focus on investing in franchise businesses has allowed it to gain control of multiple restaurant brands. While some countries have begun investigations into Rourke's dominance, the firm has traditionally held onto its acquisitions longer than other private equity firms.
Pimco co-founder Bill Gross joins Last Call to discuss where he sees the markets going, as well as what message Fed Chair Powell should send in his Jackson Hole speech.
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