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Market Uncertainty, Surprising Earnings, and Thinking Bigger

Oct 2, 2020

Matthew Yglesias, a journalist and author of "One Billion Americans: The Case for Thinking Bigger," discusses the potential of population growth to spur economic development. He delves into the current market volatility and recent surprising earnings, like Bed Bath & Beyond's turnaround. The conversation touches on innovative food trends, such as Popeye's chocolate-filled beignets, and the implications of climate change on global economies. Yglesias emphasizes strategic solutions to strengthen American communities through demographic growth.

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Matthew Yglesias

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Intro

2min

Navigating Market Volatility

5min

Financial Performance Insights: Bed Bath & Beyond and Market Trends

12min

Revitalizing America Through Population Growth

12min

Addressing Climate Change: The Global Perspective

2min

Fast Food Innovations and Stock Insights

4min

Exploring Market Dynamics and Investment Opportunities

3min

The market reacts to news that President Trump has tested positive for COVID-19. The Labor Department reports slowing jobs growth. Bed Bath & Beyond soars on surprising earnings. Twilio hits a new high. Pepsi gets a boost from snacks. McCormick serves up strong earnings and a stock split. Popeye’s gets into the chocolate-stuffed beignet business. And the Supreme Court of Ireland rules that Subway bread isn’t really bread. Motley Fool analysts Andy Cross and Ron Gross discuss those stores and share two stocks on their radar: Union Pacific and Rocket Companies. Plus, journalist Matthew Yglesias talks about his new book, One Billion Americans: The Case for Thinking Bigger.

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