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Google Ruled a Monopoly… Again? & Netflix Takes Closer Step to $1T

Apr 18, 2025

A federal judge recently ruled that Google is a monopoly in ad tech, sparking significant discussions about its market power. President Trump is stirring controversy by challenging Fed Chair Jerome Powell after comments on tariffs and inflation. Meanwhile, Netflix is cruising towards a $1 trillion market cap with impressive growth figures. Hertz shines as the Stock of the Week, while UnitedHealthGroup struggles as the Dog of the Week. The latest buzz wraps up with exciting news from the fast food scene.

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The federal judge's ruling on Google's monopolization of the ad tech space underscores ongoing challenges in regulating big tech companies.

Netflix's strong revenue growth and strategic shift towards an ad-based model highlight its resilience and potential to achieve a $1 trillion market cap amidst economic pressures.

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Intro

3min

Google's Ongoing Monopoly Challenges in Ad Tech

3min

Antitrust, Fed Independence, and Netflix's Growth

10min

Navigating Market Strategies: Winners and Losers in the Stock Arena

5min

Market Shifts and Fast Food Returns

10min

Episode 564: Neal and Toby recap the fallout from a federal judge’s ruling of Google monopolizing the ad tech space. Then, President Trump goes on the offensive, calling for the termination of Fed Chair Jerome Powell after he said tariffs would increase inflation. Plus, Netflix could be well on its way to a $1 trillion market cap as it reports another strong quarter. Meanwhile, the car rental company Hertz is the Stock of the Week, while UnitedHealthGroup is the Dog of the Week. Finally, a roundup of the hot n’ fresh news from the fast food world.

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