The Money with Katie Show How Private Equity is Making Your Life More Expensive
May 1, 2024
Brendan Ballou, former special counsel for private equity, discusses the negative impact of private equity on various sectors, including the downfall of Shopco Supermarkets. He explores the exploitative tactics of private equity firms, such as exploiting legal gaps, manipulating laws, and influencing policymakers. Brendan advocates for regulatory intervention to curb these practices and highlights ways individuals can advocate for industry changes.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Exploring the Controversies of Private Equity and Leveraged Buyouts
02:30 • 3min
Exploring the Lucrative and Controversial World of Private Equity
05:18 • 5min
The Rise and Fall of Shopco Supermarkets
10:35 • 7min
Navigating the Pitfalls of Private Equity Deals
17:12 • 7min
Private Equity's Impact on Vulnerable Sectors
24:06 • 8min
The Exploitative Tactics of Private Equity Firms
31:40 • 16min
Advocating for Change in Private Equity-Owned Industries and Evolving Business Models
47:23 • 4min