

Bloomberg Daybreak Weekend: New Home Sales, Retail Preview
Dec 21, 2024
Catherine Thorbeck, Bloomberg Opinion's Asia Tech columnist, dives into SoftBank's ambitious $100 billion investment in the U.S. and what it means for the tech landscape. She discusses the challenges facing the American housing market, including skyrocketing prices and supply shortages. The conversation also touches on the fluctuating European stock markets and the political uncertainties impacting investor sentiment. Finally, they explore the auto industry's response to the rise of electric vehicles, focusing on the potential merger between Honda and Nissan.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Housing Market Challenges and Retail Adaptations
01:56 • 12min
Analyzing Europe’s Rocky Political Landscape and Stock Market Outlook
13:32 • 2min
Navigating European Market Challenges
15:40 • 12min
SoftBank's Landmark Investment in the U.S. Economy
27:20 • 2min
Challenges in AI and the Auto Industry
29:23 • 10min
Contrasting Manufacturing Approaches of Established Automakers in EV Production
39:52 • 2min