Alan Katz

Join Alan Katz, Bloomberg’s Paris bureau chief, as he unpacks the jaw-dropping jewelry heist at the Louvre. In just seven minutes, thieves vanished with priceless Napoleonic jewels, sparking an international manhunt. Katz delves into their elaborate methods, the potential clients behind the heist, and the implications for museum security. He also highlights public outcry and the museum’s plans to enhance security amidst rising thefts. This caper has shaken France, raising questions about the protection of cultural treasures.

In this insightful discussion, guests include Javier Blas, an energy and commodities columnist, Alan Katz, Paris Bureau Chief, Jenny Marsh, a Greater China EcoGov leader, and U.S. economist Stuart Paul. They dive into the upcoming June jobs report and its impact on the economy, addressing employment shifts and consumer behavior. The effects of the upcoming economic conference in France are explored, along with the burgeoning Sino-Iranian relations and their implications for global stability. The podcast also highlights the challenges of tariffs affecting US-China trade.

Javier Blas, an expert on energy and commodities, joins Jenny Marsh, a leader in Greater China EcoGov, and Alan Katz, Paris Bureau Chief, to dive into key global issues. They discuss the upcoming June jobs report and how consumer behavior is shifting due to inflation. The conversation also highlights the significant economic conference in France amidst political challenges. Lastly, they explore the complex relationship between China and Iran, emphasizing geopolitical tensions and their implications for global oil markets.