This week features Nathan Dean, a Senior Policy Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, discussing the implications of the upcoming U.S. elections on corporate strategies. Michael Halen, a Senior Restaurant and Foodservice Analyst, shares insights on Starbucks' new CEO, Brian Niccol. Philip Richards, an expert in European banking, analyzes UniCredit’s unexpected move for Commerzbank. Finally, the talk shifts to Apple’s transformation into a $3.4 trillion powerhouse, addressing regulatory challenges and innovation in a competitive climate.