

Bloomberg Businessweek Weekend - March 21st, 2025
30 snips Mar 21, 2025
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Arash Hashemi
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Kathleen deLaski

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Max Chafkin
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Josh Weinstein
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Charles Hecker
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Angela Stent
Angela Stent, a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, shares expert insights on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its economic toll. Charles Hecker delves into the risks companies face when considering re-entering Russia. Josh Weinstein discusses the cruise industry's resilience and evolving consumer behavior. Max Chafkin analyzes Elon Musk's influence on business innovation. Kathleen Delaski speaks on the future of education amidst rising costs, while Arash Hashemi shares his culinary journey promoting healthy eating.
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Putin's Ceasefire Goals
- Putin's ceasefire agreement with Trump focuses on halting attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
- Putin's ultimate goal is to address the root causes of the war, including NATO expansion and Ukraine's Western alignment.
Skepticism and Security Guarantees
- Putin's history of violating ceasefires and treaties raises skepticism about the current agreement's longevity.
- Robust security guarantees, ideally NATO membership, are crucial for preventing future invasions.
Russia's Economic Outlook
- Russia's economy is struggling and will worsen the longer the war continues.
- Ending the war and lifting sanctions would benefit Putin, despite his strengthened international position.