The Rundown Keurig Dr Pepper Nears $18B Coffee Deal, White House Takes 10% Stake in Intel
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Aug 25, 2025 The podcast kicks off with a deep dive into Jerome Powell's recent shift in focus from inflation to labor market strength, sparking lively market reactions. A bold $18 billion acquisition by Keurig Dr Pepper raises eyebrows in the beverage sector, spotlighting coffee price challenges tied to environmental and political factors. The discussion heats up with stock movements, especially Open Door's surge, and the ripple effects of proposed tariffs on furniture companies. Plus, hear about Southwest Airlines' strategic changes aimed at boosting revenue.
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Fed Signals Shift Toward Jobs
- Jerome Powell signaled a September rate cut, shifting focus toward supporting the labor market over strict inflation targeting.
- Markets quickly priced an 85% chance of a cut, fueling broad gains in stocks and crypto.
Nvidia Earnings Are Pivotal
- Nvidia's earnings are the week's key event and a potential maker-or-breaker for the AI trade narrative.
- A strong quarter could quiet bubble talk, while a miss could trigger a painful pullback.
US Now Intel's Biggest Shareholder
- The U.S. bought 433 million non-voting Intel shares, becoming the largest shareholder without board control.
- That creates political influence despite no board seat and ties Intel's turnaround to national security goals.