Brooke Masters

Brooke Masters, the US managing editor at the Financial Times, dives into the surprising reality of government control over the chip industry, specifically Intel, during the Trump administration. She and Katie Martin explore how this intervention challenges traditional free market principles and intertwines national security with corporate affairs. They also discuss Cracker Barrel's rebranding controversy, corporate anxiety in a politically charged environment, and the unique challenges that both large and small companies face in this tumultuous landscape.

Brooke Masters, U.S. financial editor for the Financial Times, joins tech correspondent Hannah Murphy to discuss the striking shift of Corporate America towards conservative ideologies. They explore how remarks from Mark Zuckerberg have influenced corporate culture, leading to a rollback of diversity initiatives. The duo analyzes how businesses are reassessing their political affiliations amid rising customer backlash against progressive policies. They also delve into the challenges tech companies face with free speech and bias in a divided political landscape.

In this engaging discussion, Alex Rogers, U.S. business and politics correspondent for the Financial Times, and Brooke Masters, U.S. managing editor at the Financial Times, dive into Trump’s new plan for child investment accounts. They explore how the scheme works and the intriguing bipartisan support it has garnered. The conversation examines why billionaires like the Dells are eager to contribute and whether these accounts can foster financial literacy among young Americans. Plus, they discuss the potential impact on Social Security and the broader implications of such entitlement programs.

Brooke Masters, U.S. financial editor for the Financial Times, and Stephen Morris, San Francisco Bureau Chief for the Financial Times, delve into potential shifts in Wall Street, tech, and energy under a second Trump administration. They discuss the mixed regulatory landscape and the influence of key figures like Elon Musk on financial policies. The duo predicts winners and losers in corporate America, highlighting the contrasting fortunes of fossil fuels versus renewables. Plus, they explore how tech giants might navigate future regulatory challenges.

In this insightful discussion, Brooke Masters, the U.S. financial editor at the Financial Times, and Ortenca Aliaj, banking editor at FT, explore the implications of Donald Trump's potential second term on the banking sector. They analyze regulatory shifts, market reactions, and strategic adaptations of banks in the face of changing policies. The conversation touches on the unpredictability of Trump's governance, the future of Environmental, Social, and Governance standards, and emerging trends like the rise of private credit in finance.