Steve Schwarzman

Steve Schwarzman, Co-founder and CEO of Blackstone, shares his hardball negotiation insights from his illustrious career. He discusses navigating tough negotiations, including a railroad acquisition where psychological strategies played a key role. Schwarzman reflects on high-stakes situations like the economic turmoil post-Iraq and Blackstone's investment challenges. He emphasizes adapting tactics, understanding dynamics, and asserting authority to achieve successful outcomes. The conversation reveals the delicate balance between strategy and relationship-building in high-pressure deals.

Equities outlook for 2024 with Lori Calvasina, RBC Capital Markets Head of US Equity Strategy. Dana Telsey discusses record-high Black Friday sales. Aaron David Miller provides insight on the Israel-Hamas war. Torsten Slok analyzes the Fed's rate policy. Steve Schwarzman shares buying opportunities in European real estate.

In a fascinating discussion, Steve Schwarzman, co-founder and CEO of Blackstone, shares insights from his journey transforming a vulnerable startup into a trillion-dollar giant. He recounts early fundraising hurdles and the importance of understanding investor needs for successful negotiations. Schwarzman delves into the complexity of high-stakes deals, emphasizing the role of personal relationships and creativity. His emphasis on empathetic negotiation highlights the significance of engaging deeply with all parties to craft innovative solutions.

Blackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman predicts interest rate cuts in 2024, signaling the return of 'animal spirits' to the markets. He discusses the importance of AI as core curriculum. The podcast also covers topics such as investment opportunities, liquidity concerns, private equity in 401ks, and economic speculations under a second term President Biden.

Steve Schwarzman, CEO of The Blackstone Group and author of "What It Takes: Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence", shares his insights on leadership and investment strategies. He delves into his Schwarzman Scholars program, designed to enhance U.S.-China relations through education. Schwarzman emphasizes navigating economic trends and the role of technology, especially AI, in shaping business dynamics. He also addresses the urgent need for stakeholder inclusivity and proposes initiatives to tackle public discontent and bridge societal divides.