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Brew Markets breaks down the day’s most compelling stock market stories and explores what they mean for you. Hosted by Ann Berry, an investor, board member and former CEO, the show delivers refreshing insights into trading trends and money moves, every weekday afternoon.
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Aug 29, 2025 • 20min
Trade School Stocks Defy AI & Urban Outfitters Beats Rent The Runway
Episode 10: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann explores what Urban Outfitters can teach Rent The Runway about how to do clothes rental - and still satisfy shareholders. Next, we break down if trade school stocks offer one way to play AI. Finally, Ann answers your questions about economic indicators by seeing what FedEx and castrated sheep have in common!
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Aug 28, 2025 • 20min
Uber Goes Back to Basics and Dick’s Foot Locker Merger Approved
Episode 9: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann explores how Uber’s partnerships with thousands of dollar stores plug a gap in rural markets. Next, we break down the purchase of Foot Locker by Dick’s Sporting Goods and why Senator Elizabeth Warren has her eyes on the deal. Finally, Ann answers your questions about activist hedge fund investors!
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Aug 27, 2025 • 25min
Williams Sonoma Is Winning and Why Warren Buffett Derailed Train Deal Rumors
Williams Sonoma reveals its innovative retail strategy that surprisingly aligns with tech companies. The discussion shifts to Warren Buffett’s rejection of a significant train merger and its implications for the rail industry. The impact of railway consolidation on competition and consumer pricing is dissected alongside challenges from rising tariffs in home goods. Lastly, the criteria for S&P 500 inclusion highlight the prestige and benefits of joining this elite group, a move likened to being on the market's Team USA.

Aug 26, 2025 • 21min
Spectrum Wars: AT&T, EchoStar & Musk plus Figma Falls and Quantum News
Episode 7: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses why we should care about quantum computing as IBM and AMD partner up in tech’s next frontier. Then, how Elon Musk and the FCC feature in AT&T’s $23 billion deal with EchoStar. Finally, why the end of Figma’s “quiet period” matters and the market numbers you need to know to wrap up your Tuesday.
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After Earnings with AT&T CFO Pascal Desroches
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Disclosure in Podcast Description: All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an AI research tool powered by GPT-4. Output from Alpha is not investment advice and should be verified for accuracy.

Aug 25, 2025 • 22min
Keurig Dr Pepper $18B Coffee Deal & the USA Invests in Intel
Episode 6: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann unpacks why Keurig Dr Pepper would buy the owner of Peets Coffee for $18 billion - just to break up after . Then a look at the US Government buying a 9.9% stake in Intel, why it's controversial and if a sovereign wealth fund is next.
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Disclosure in Podcast Description: All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC.

Aug 22, 2025 • 24min
Zoom Zooms Up, Intuit’s Human Touch & Powell’s Ambiguous Speech
Dive into the intriguing world of market reactions to Jerome Powell’s speech, where intention meets perception. Discover the dual forces of AI and human expertise in Tax preparation with Intuit’s TurboTax Live that’s changing the game. Uncover Zoom’s impressive stock surge post-earnings report, and explore its evolution amidst vibrant competition from platforms like Teams and Google Meet. Plus, get inspired by diverse book recommendations for budding investors!

Aug 21, 2025 • 19min
What is Walmart's Hidden Gem & ESPN Builds on New Streaming Service
Episode 4: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses why Walmart’s advertising business has been a hidden money-maker. Then, ESPN is launching a streaming service that has been years in the making and why a private equity company is interested in buying a software company. Next up, Chipotle is partnering with a drone company to get you your burrito bowl. Finally, the market numbers you need to know to wrap up your Thursday.
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00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Walmart's Ad Treasure
03:48 - Fox and ESPN battle in the streaming wars
07:17 - Dayforce to go private
10:38 - Chipotle: Faster Food?
13:33 - Market Close
14:13 - Looking Ahead to Jackson Hole
Disclosure in Podcast Description: All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC.As part of the IRA Match Program, Public Investing will fund a 1% match of: (a) all eligible IRA transfers and 401(k) rollovers made to a Public IRA; and (b) all eligible contributions made to a Public IRA up to the account’s annual contribution limit. The matched funds must be kept in the account for at least 5 years to avoid an early removal fee. Match rate and other terms of the Match Program are subject to change at any time. See full terms here.

Aug 20, 2025 • 20min
Can A New CEO Save Target? Plus: Amazon Will Sell Hertz's Used Cars
Episode 3: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses Target’s new CEO and why an internal promotion may be a problem for the retailer. Next up, Amazon announces they will be selling used cars from Hertz and a breakdown of the latest earnings from TJX. Then, a look at the fall of tech stocks and what all of the AI headlines have to do with it. Finally, a look at notable market numbers to wrap up your Wednesday.
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Disclosure in Podcast Description: All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC.
As part of the IRA Match Program, Public Investing will fund a 1% match of: (a) all eligible IRA transfers and 401(k) rollovers made to a Public IRA; and (b) all eligible contributions made to a Public IRA up to the account’s annual contribution limit. The matched funds must be kept in the account for at least 5 years to avoid an early removal fee. Match rate and other terms of the Match Program are subject to change at any time. See full terms here.
00:00 INTRO
00:32 New CEO, New Target?
04:53 Amazon Autos Partnership
08:17 Everyone loves TJ Maxx
11:06 Tech Stocks Retreat
15:45 Market Close
16:16 Final Thoughts

Aug 19, 2025 • 20min
Intel Gets $2B Lifeline from SoftBank & Best Buy Launches a Marketplace
Episode 2: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses what SoftBank's $2 billion investment into Intel means for the struggling chipmaker. Next up, why Best Buy is getting into the marketplace game and Ann explains why SPACs are back. Then a breakdown of which fast-casual restaurants are thriving and which are struggling. Finally, the notable market numbers you need to wrap up your Tuesday.
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Disclosure in Podcast Description: All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. Alpha is an AI research tool powered by GPT-4. Output from Alpha is not investment advice and should be verified for accuracy. See full terms here.
00:00 Intro
00:25 SoftBank Bets $2B on Intel
04:55 Best Buy launches 3rd Party Marketplace
07:15 SPACS are making a comeback
11:18 What's up with Applebees & iHop?
13:59 Market Close
15:06 AI - Bubble or not?

Aug 18, 2025 • 20min
What Ulta Breakup Means for Target & Soho House Goes Private in $2.7B Deal
Episode 1: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann explains what Ulta’s breakup from Target could entail for the retail giant with earnings around the corner. Next, Berkshire Hathaway bets big on struggling UnitedHealthcare, what could it mean? Then, Soho House strikes a $2.7 billion deal to go private and Ozempic is slashing prices for Americans buying without insurance. Finally, the notable market numbers you need to know to wrap up your Monday.
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00:00 - Welcome
00:57 - Target under fire
04:28 - Berkshire Hathaway Bets Big on UnitedHealthcare
08:00 - Soho House $2.7B Deal
12:27 - Half-off Ozempic?
14:36 - MARKET CLOSE 🔔
Disclosure: All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions, LLC (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative, involves a high degree of risk, and has the potential for loss of the entire amount of an investment. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC.
As part of the IRA Match Program, Public Investing will fund a 1% match of: (a) all eligible IRA transfers and 401(k) rollovers made to a Public IRA; and (b) all eligible contributions made to a Public IRA up to the account’s annual contribution limit. The matched funds must be kept in the account for at least 5 years to avoid an early removal fee. Match rate and other terms of the Match Program are subject to change at any time. See full terms here.