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Watch Alix and Paul LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.    Bloomberg Intelligence hosted by Paul Sweeney and Isabelle LeeToday's Podcast Features:Tyler Kendall, Bloomberg News Reporter, discusses President Donald Trump saying the US economy faces “a period of transition,” deflecting concerns about the risks of a slowdown as his early focus on tariffs and federal job cuts causes market turmoil.Trump’s on-again, off-again tariff policies have rattled investors, triggering a selloff in technology shares and levels of volatility not seen in years. Tim Urbanowicz, Chief Investment Strategist at Innovator Capital Management, discusses his outlook for the markets. He discusses sentiment shifting incredibly quickly from excitement about a new Trump administration to fear. The majority of investors had been focused on the pro-growth policies, and were not taking Trump seriously when he talked about tariffs, but now that threat has materialized and created a growth scare.CERAWEEK Interviews: Bloomberg Intelligence Alix Steel speaks with: Baker Hughes CEO Lorenzo Simonelli  Joe Dominguez, CEO of ConstellationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Alix and Paul LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. *Interviews from live Bloomberg Invest Broadcast*On this podcast: Mark Mahaney, Senior Managing Director at Evercore ISI, discusses the state of the tech sector and how Artificial intelligence is reshaping the industry. Katie Fogertey, Chief Financial Officer at Shake Shack. discusses the company’s growth strategy, pricing dynamics, and expansion plans. Marc Lipschultz, Co-CEO at Blue Owl Capital, discusses the growing dominance of private credit as traditional banks face stricter regulations and reduced lending capacity. Yup Kim, Chief Investment Officer at the Texas Municipal Retirement System, discusses how the firm is managing a more than $40 billion pension fund in today’s complex economic landscape. Bin Ren, CEO of the London-based fintech SigTech, discusses the evolving role of quantitative finance and Artificial intelligence in asset management. Steven Meier, Chief Investment Officer and Deputy Comptroller for Asset Management at New York City Retirement Systems, discusses how this group is approaching market volatility, rising interest rates, and long-term pension obligations.Bloomberg Intelligence, the research arm of Bloomberg L.P., has more than 400 professionals who provide in-depth analysis on more than 2,000 companies and 135 industries while considering strategic, equity and credit perspectives. BI also provides interactive data from over 500 independent contributors. It is available exclusively for Bloomberg Terminal subscribers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Alix and Paul LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.    Bloomberg Intelligence hosted by Paul Sweeney and Alix Steel Today's Podcast Features:Ros Mathieson, Bloomberg News Director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, discusses Russia being willing to discuss a temporary truce in Ukraine, according to people familiar with the matter in Moscow.In the first signal of a positive response from President Vladimir Putin to US counterpart Donald Trump’s call for a ceasefire, the offer was conveyed at last month’s talks in Saudi Arabia between top Russian and American officials, the people said, asking not to be identified discussing internal policy.Emily Roland, Co-Chief Investment Strategist for John Hancock Investment Management, discusses the February jobs report and the U.S economy. US job growth steadied last month while the unemployment rate rose. Friday’s report is the latest evidence that the labor market is softening, with more people permanently out of work, fewer workers on federal government payrolls and a jump in those working part-time for economic reasons.Katherine Doherty, Bloomberg Finance Reporter, discusses the Nasdaq planning to offer 24-hour trading on its equities exchange, five days a week, pending regulatory approval and alignment with the rest of the industry. The move follows plans by other exchanges, including Cboe Global Markets Inc. and the New York Stock Exchange, to extend trading hours, citing growing global demand for US stocks. Olaolu Aganga, U.S. Chief Investment Officer at Mercer, discusses her market outlook and the February jobs report. Mercer’s data highlights the US workforce is grappling with financial strain, inequitable benefits, limited flexibility, and career advancement barriers.This is especially acute for women. Only 58% of women believe that their career goals can be met at work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Alix and Paul LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.    Bloomberg Intelligence hosted by Paul Sweeney and Alix Steel Today's Podcast Features: Mark Niquette, Bloomberg Real Economy Reporter, discusses US employers in February announcing plans to reduce headcount at the fastest pace since early in the pandemic, led by cuts in the government sector. Job-cut announcements totaled 172,017 in February, a 103% increase from last year and the most since July 2020, according to data released Thursday from outplacement firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas.Sylvia Jablonski, CEO and CIO of Defiance ETFs, discusses her outlook for the markets. Sylvia discusses how growth seems to be more of a concern than inflation. Sylvia discusses the market hoping for favorable “market,” policy, but talks about how restrictive tariffs are being read as both uncertain and a headwind. Joanne Feeney, Partner & Portfolio Manager at Advisors Capital Management, discusses the markets and tariffs. She talks about how concerns regarding the robustness of economic growth are starting to gain traction as survey data show a slowing. She also talks about how tariffs not only raise prices for consumers (e.g., food), but also for those producers who buy imported parts (e.g., factory automation lines, PCs.)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining the discussion are Chris Hyzy, Chief Investment Officer at Bank of America Private Bank, who explores how high-net-worth investors are adapting their portfolios amidst current market volatility. Yup Kim, CIO at Texas Municipal Retirement System, shares strategies for managing pension funds during economic challenges, placing emphasis on long-term investment. Purnima Puri, a partner at HPS Investment Partners, dives into the evolving landscape of private credit and alternative assets, revealing opportunities presented by market dislocations and regulatory changes.

Watch Alix and Paul LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.    Bloomberg Intelligence hosted by Paul Sweeney and Alix Steel *Broadcasting live from Bloomberg Invest*Today's Podcast Features:Nathan Dean, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Policy Analyst, discusses President Donald Trump’s tariffs taking effect. Donald Trump delivered on his threat to hit Canada and Mexico with sweeping import levies and doubled an existing charge on China, spurring swift reprisals that plunged the world economy into a deepening trade war. Robert Rubin, Senior Counselor, Centerview Partners; 70th US Secretary of the Treasury, discusses the biggest economic risks facing the U.S. and global markets. He also talks about how soaring national debt and deficits could impact long-term economic stability and whether Washington is underestimating fiscal risks in an era of rising interest rates and geopolitical uncertainty.Mark Mahaney, Senior Managing Director at Evercore ISI, discusses the state of the tech sector, including how AI, digital advertising, and e-commerce are reshaping the industry. He also talks about whether the AI boom is sustainable or at risk of overheating, and which companies are best positioned for long-term AI-driven growth. Bin Ren, Sigtech CEO, siscusses the evolving role of quantitative finance and AI in asset management. He also discusses how SigTech’s platform enables faster deployment of trading models, reducing time-to-market for investment strategies.Marc Lipschultz, Blue Owl Capital Co-CEO, discusses the growing dominance of private credit as traditional banks face stricter regulations and reduced lending capacity. With interest rates remaining elevated, Marc discusses how is this affecting both private and public credit markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Alix and Paul LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.    Bloomberg Intelligence hosted by Paul Sweeney and Alix Steel Today's Podcast Features:Timothy Fiore, Chair for the Institute for Supply Management’s (ISM) Manufacturing Business Survey Committee, discusses ISM Manufacturing PMI data. US factory activity edged closer to stagnation in February, with orders and employment contracting, while a gauge of prices paid for materials surged to the highest since June 2022.Josh Wingrove, Bloomberg Senior White House Reporter, discusses President Donald Trump being on the verge of slapping new tariffs on Canada and Mexico. The tariffs would put a 25% tariff on all imports from Canada and Mexico, except Canadian energy, which would face a 10% rate, and would also double a tariff on China to 20%.Jaewon Kang, Bloomberg Retail Reporter, talks about Kroger’s CEO resigning. Kroger replaced CEO Rodney McMullen following an investigation into his personal conduct, which was unrelated to the company's financial performance and didn't involve Kroger employees.Kristina Hooper, Chief Global Markets Strategist at Invesco, discusses her outlook for the markets and Fed policy. She talks about the potential impact of tariffs on markets. Kristina also discusses the health of the consumer and why Walmart’s most recent earnings highlight economic uncertainty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Discover the latest insights on Nvidia's strong earnings report amidst margin challenges. Dive into Starbucks' surprising corporate job cuts and what it means for the beverage industry. Learn about Apple's ambitious plan to invest in the U.S. economy with 20,000 new jobs. Explore Home Depot's financial strategies in a fluctuating market. Delve into Walmart's transformation efforts as it adjusts to e-commerce competition, while tackling mental health initiatives for employees. A must-listen for business enthusiasts!

Dr. Ariel Cohen, a Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council, delves into the significant meeting between Trump and Zelenskiy, discussing its geopolitical ramifications. The dialogue also covers the latest U.S. PCE data and its potential impact on future Federal Reserve policies. The conversation explores the intersection of economic issues and international relations, especially concerning U.S. support for Ukraine. Additionally, the threats posed by inflation and shifts in investment strategies in the current economic landscape are highlighted.

Gene Munster, Managing Partner at Loop Ventures, shares his expert analysis on Nvidia's earnings and the company’s promising future in AI technology. Meanwhile, Frank Monkam, Head of Macro Trading at Buffalo Bayou, discusses navigating market turbulence amidst new tariff threats from the U.S. on Canada and Mexico. The conversation delves into market protection strategies, the impact of geopolitical factors on oil trading, and insights on how businesses and consumers might be affected by the evolving trade landscape.