Brad Stone, author of The Upstarts & The Everything Store, talks about the rise and competition between Didi Chuxing and Uber in the Chinese ride-sharing market. The podcast explores the challenges faced by both companies, the impact of their merger, and the aggressive approach of Uber. It also touches on Uber's investment in self-driving cars and discusses Vanta, a security compliance platform.

For its first 20 years, Amazon relied on UPS and other delivery companies to get packages to its customers’ doorsteps. Then a shipping disaster one Christmas made Jeff Bezos decide to build his own transportation network.Reporter Brad Stone chronicles the remarkable expansion of the Amazon transportation network into our communities, the company’s strained relationship with its delivery contractors and drivers, who wear Amazon uniforms but do not technically work for the tech giant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Brad Stone, editor at Bloomberg Businessweek, as he sheds light on the shifting economic landscape and political dynamics shaping 2025. Tim Craighead reveals the 50 companies set to watch, while John Driscoll emphasizes the urgent need for fair wages and their benefits. Columnist Max Chafkin discusses tech rivalries, particularly between Elon Musk and Sam Altman. Finally, Nikki Eckstein shares the hottest travel trends and eco-friendly destinations for the year ahead. Get ready for a thought-provoking exploration of business, technology, and travel!

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Bloomberg reporters discuss US trade rules in China, Brad Stone dives into Trump's interview, and a financial advisor shares market insights. Plus, analysis on the EV industry, market dynamics, and potential impact of the US election on different sectors.

Brad Stone, the author of "Amazon Unbound", joined to talk about Elon Musk (09:44), Amazon's workplace environment (23:25), the importance of Prime (27:17), which tech companies are most dangerous for society (51:13), & more!

Alison Williams, Senior Global Banks Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, shares insights on Morgan Stanley's strategic shift towards wealth management. Brad Stone, Bloomberg Businessweek editor, discusses the lack of bold ideas in the current presidential campaign and its impact on voter sentiment. Tom McGee, CEO of ICSC, offers a look into the 2024 holiday shopping intentions survey, revealing evolving consumer behaviors. Nancy Tengler, CEO and CIO at Laffer Tengler Investments, provides perspectives on today’s market conditions, highlighting investment trends and the retail sector's adaptation to changing habits.

Brad Stone, editor at Bloomberg Businessweek and author of "Amazon Unbound," shares insights on the U.S. presidential election's impact on the economy. Ed Price analyzes voter discontent and electoral dynamics, while Max Chafkin discusses Elon Musk's ties to Donald Trump. Caroline Hirsch, founder of the New York Comedy Festival, talks about the intersection of comedy and politics. Together, they explore the evolving political landscape, the role of media, and how comedy can drive civic engagement.

Brad Stone, editor at Bloomberg Businessweek and bestselling author, dives into the factors fueling Donald Trump's presidential victory. He highlights the gap between economic optimism and voter sentiment, noting declines in Republican turnout due to fatigue. Stone explores how nostalgia influences support for controversial candidates and critiques polling data reliability. He also discusses the president-elect's shifting priorities and the challenges his administration will face, particularly in business and immigration, emphasizing the evolving landscape of voter behavior.

Brad Stone discusses Bloomberg Businessweek's interview with former President Donald Trump, Neil Sipes talks about BlackRock earnings, Nathan Dean explores U.S election research, Craig Trudell delves into Tesla's plan to hire 800 new employees, and Alison Williams provides insights on U.S bank earnings.