Liana Baker

Michael Shah, a Senior Pharma-Biotech Analyst, reveals Novo Nordisk's aggressive pricing strategy for obesity drugs, significantly undercutting Eli Lilly. Liana Baker, Managing Editor for Deals, shares insights on the $6.2 billion acquisition of Sealed Air by Clayton, Dubilier & Rice. Mary Ross Gilbert discusses how retail giants like Ralph Lauren and Gap are poised for a strong sales boost in 2026, while Michael Halen analyzes restaurant trends and how quick-service chains are adapting to rising costs and changing customer preferences.

Ian King, a top semiconductor sector correspondent, and Liana Baker, Managing Editor for the Deals Team, dive into Apollo Global Management's multibillion-dollar offer to Intel. They discuss how this move signals confidence in Intel's turnaround strategy amidst Qualcomm's looming presence. Additionally, Abigail Doolittle shares insights on the luxury real estate surge in South Florida, triggered by a recent influx of wealthy buyers, complicating the market dynamics significantly.

Liana Baker, Managing Editor at Bloomberg News, dives into Apollo's multibillion-dollar offer to Intel, reflecting on recent stock surges and merger challenges. Gina Drosos, CEO of Signet, discusses evolving trends in the diamond jewelry market, including the rise of lab-created diamonds. Toby Rice, from EQT, shares insights on natural gas prices and market dynamics. Lastly, Andres Gluski, of AES, addresses the increasing energy demands driven by AI innovations and the importance of modernizing infrastructure to meet these challenges.