Herman Chan

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Herman Chan, a Senior Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence specializing in US Regional Banks, dives into the intriguing topic of how American banks are financing their own competition. He reveals that lending to non-bank financial institutions has skyrocketed, with a 16% annualized growth, leaving traditional sectors behind. The conversation also touches on the potential impact of proposed auto tariffs, emphasizing how they could reshape the car market and create both challenges and opportunities for automakers, including a unique advantage for Tesla.

Bloomberg Intelligence podcast features Anurag Rana on Amazon's AI growth, Craig Trudell on Tesla in China, Michael Halen on McDonald's strategy against competitors, and Herman Chan on New York Community Bank's challenges. Max Chafkin discusses Intel's $28B investment in Ohio, and Pol Lezcano talks about potential US tariffs on solar imports.

In this engaging discussion, David Voreacos, a Bloomberg Legal Reporter, delves into B. Riley's troubling SEC investigation. Kristina Hooper, Chief Global Markets Strategist at Invesco, shares insights on market outlook amidst current volatility. Herman Chan, a Senior Analyst, highlights the Bank of Nova Scotia's strategic acquisition of a stake in KeyCorp. Sarah Ponczek, a Financial Advisor, emphasizes long-term investment strategies while navigating market fluctuations and lending challenges. The conversation blends serious financial analysis with lighthearted banter about breakdancing.

Topics include potential Apple-Google gen-AI pact, bond market insights, TikTok ban in US, market updates, and regional banks challenges. Hosts discuss AI integration into iPhones, market dynamics, TikTok ownership bill, economic slowdown concerns, and regional banking sector challenges.