Wall Street Week

Bloomberg
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Aug 22, 2025 • 48min

Cowboy Capitalism | Powell at Jackson Hole, Jackson's Billionaires, Chevron CEO Mike Wirth, Dallas Finance Boom

This week, former Reserve Bank of India governor Raghuram Rajan weighs in on Fed Chair Powell's remarks at the Fed's annual conference Jackson Hole. And, a look at the wealthiest county in the US - how do billionaires coexist with cowboy culture and the local community in Teton County? Plus, Chevron CEO Mike Wirth on the role of fossil fuels in the energy transition. Later, from Wall Street to "Y’all Street" - what Dallas is doing to attract financial firms and workers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 15, 2025 • 48min

Jackson Hole preview, Apple's AI Ambitions, Rule of Law, New Housing Investors

This week, the framework of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors meets signs of economic softness just ahead of the Fed's annual meeting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. And, Apple wants to increase its AI presence, but its focus on manufacturing and the tariff environment might pose challenges. Plus, rule of law is more than a legal concept - why businesses need it to operate in the US. And, the American dream of home ownership now belongs to small investors who are seeing opportunity in market conditions that are pricing out potential home owners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 8, 2025 • 48min

Entry-Level Jobs at Risk, CEOs Face Uncertainty, Tariffs & Textile Companies, Powering Data Centers 

This week, college graduates struggle to find entry-level jobs - is AI part of the problem? And, Centerview Partners’ Blair Effron on CEOs weathering policy uncertainty, and the importance of New York's next mayor to the city's business community. Plus, how will President Trump’s tariffs impact the textile industry? Later, a small town pushes back against an Amazon data center - the pros and cons the town sees in data centers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 57min

Natural Monopolies | Tariffs Reshaping Manufacturing, US Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers, Low Earth Orbit Satellites, Voluntary Carbon Markets

This week, we go to US companies that are cutting costs and regaining control by reshoring production and restructuring their global supply chain. And, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers weighs in on the Fed’s decision to hold steady as President Trump calls for deep rate cuts. Plus, a look at the low Earth orbit satellite market. Later, how voluntary carbon markets are creating investment products to move the needle on climate change.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 25, 2025 • 48min

Winning In All Arenas | BlackRock’s Rick Rieder, US Child Care Crisis, FIFA in North America

Rick Rieder, BlackRock's chief investment officer of Global Fixed Income, discusses the US economy's resilience amid debt challenges and tariff uncertainties. He sheds light on the ongoing child care crisis, revealing how private equity is stepping in to tackle rising costs. Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers critiques Medicaid cutbacks under President Trump and stresses the need for robust government support. The conversation also touches on North America's preparation for the FIFA World Cup and its potential economic impact.
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Jul 18, 2025 • 48min

One Big Beautiful Bill, Wine Tariffs, Wearable Technology, Monetary Policy & AI

This week, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers says President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill cuts many Americans' safety net. And we take a look at how the US wine industry will be threatened by tariffs that are intended to protect domestic businesses. Plus, is wearable technology the new Fountain of Youth? Later, a look at how AI could shape the future of monetary policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 11, 2025 • 48min

FDA New Leadership, US Farming Economics, Corporate Breakups

This week, the FDA’s new commissioner Dr. Marty Makary outlines a new approach to the department, hoping to restore public trust. Plus, checking in on the heartland of the US - we travel to Iowa to see how much American farmers rely on export markets. Later, a look at the ever-evolving media landscape and whether mergers and breakups have actually helped the challenged industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jul 4, 2025 • 38min

Fan Favorite: Staying Above Water

On this special, fan favorite edition of Bloomberg Wall Street Week, we look at India’s growth story and its taper as India-US relations grow more complicated. And, luxury brands are struggling to stay afloat… are secondhand retailers a sound solution? Plus, a close look at some of the advantages and pitfalls of the White House rolling back regulations. Later, what does it mean for a company when it reaches zombie status? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 28, 2025 • 47min

Critical Timing | Middle East Tensions, CBO Track Record, US Gold Card, NYC Mayoral Primary

This week, how will the United States' involvement in the Iran-Israel war affect markets and hopes for cooperation in the Middle East? And, an interview with the Director of the Congressional Budget Office on the agency's role in predicting the fiscal impact of the "Big Beautiful Bill." Plus, will President Trump’s "Gold Card" attract foreign investment to the US? Later, how Zohran Mamdani’s success in the New York City mayoral primary election tells the story of the shift within the Democratic party and what it means for business in the city.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Jun 20, 2025 • 48min

Power in Numbers | Summers on The Fed, Aramco Evolution, Future of AI, Themed Entertainment Industry

This week, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers on the recent Fed decision and the economic implications of uncertainty in the Middle East. And, how is Saudi giant Aramco diversifying in a tech-driven world? Plus, an interview with Robinhood’s Vlad Tenev on artificial intelligence solutions for nuanced needs. Later, Netflix is entering the themed entertainment business with Netflix House, further intensifying its competition with traditional media players.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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