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Aug 2, 2024 • 1h 15min

Bloomberg Businessweek Weekend - August 2nd, 2024

Delve into the transformative impact of generative AI on business services. Explore the financial influence of tech giants in politics and the challenges facing platforms like Roblox amidst safety concerns. Learn about the rising political clout of Kamala Harris among younger voters and discover Joe Rogan's revitalizing effect on the comedy scene. Also, uncover innovations in electric vehicles and coffee technology, as well as a celebration of cultural events, offering a refreshing take on summer engagement.
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Aug 2, 2024 • 49min

Major Market Sell-Off, Worst Jobs Day in Two Years

Claudia Sahm, Chief Economist at New Century Advisors, leads a discussion with experts including Ira Jersey, a Chief US Interest Rate Strategist, and Anna Wong, Chief US Economist at Bloomberg Economics. They explore the recent market sell-off and its implications for interest rates. The panel analyzes job market declines and their potential effect on recession risks. Torsten Slok from Apollo Global Management adds insights on how these trends could reshape monetary policy decisions and impact investor strategies moving forward.
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Aug 2, 2024 • 10min

RocketLab CEO Peter Beck on Commercial Space Race

Peter Beck, the CEO of RocketLab, shares insights on commercial satellite launches and the exhilarating space race. He delves into the launch of their new rocket, Neutron, and the impact of innovations on costs and reusability. The discussion highlights RocketLab's position against giants like SpaceX, exploring leadership dynamics and customer perceptions. Beck also reveals his preference for Venus over Mars for human missions and discusses collaborations with NASA to tackle climate change challenges through advanced spacecraft technology.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 17min

Instant Reaction: Apple Earnings

Delve into the intriguing world of generative AI and its potential to transform businesses. Discover Apple's impressive third-quarter earnings, fueled by strong iPhone revenue despite market hesitations in China. Explore Apple's unique financial strategy and its cash generation prowess compared to other tech giants. However, concerns linger about the company's innovation pace, as experts discuss the possibility of a product slump. Lastly, gain insights into the earnings and investment trends of other major tech players like Microsoft and Amazon.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 10min

Instant Reaction: Intel and Amazon Earnings

The discussions kick off with the impact of generative AI on businesses and the role of strategic partnerships. Intel faces severe financial challenges, including layoffs and a halted dividend, as it navigates a shifting semiconductor market. Snap's struggle with its identity leads to disappointing earnings, while Amazon showcases mixed results, despite robust performance from AWS. The conversation also touches on the broader tech stock landscape, highlighting Nvidia's influence and introducing new insights into the fertility industry.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 40min

Mega Cap Earnings, Eco Data, Russia Releases US Hostages

Gina Martin-Adams, Chief Equity Strategist at Bloomberg Intelligence, analyzes mega-cap earnings and recent economic data. Angela Stent, Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, discusses the intricacies of the U.S.-Russia prisoner swap, shedding light on geopolitical dynamics. Mandeep Singh, Senior Tech Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence, examines META's earnings, focusing on its shift toward AI. Katy Kaminski, Chief Research Strategist at AlphaSimplex, shares insights on market trends, particularly regarding small cap financials and the implications of Federal Reserve policies.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 8min

AMD’s AI Growth Sends Shares on Biggest Rally Since February

The discussion dives into the transformative effects of generative AI on business dynamics and the internet. Insights reveal AMD's strong revenue forecast thanks to its new AI processors, marking a significant shift in the semiconductor landscape. The competitive tug-of-war between AMD and Nvidia is explored, emphasizing the role of AI in the chip market. There's attention on how Meta's AI investments could revolutionize advertising, even as tech giants navigate job cuts and supply chain challenges.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 29min

Meta Sales Surpass Estimates on Advertising Growth

Jon Erlichman, a Bloomberg News Contributor, and Aisha Counts, a Social Media Reporter, dive into Meta's impressive sales growth, highlighting how AI investments have enhanced targeted advertising. Nate Thooft, CIO at Manulife, and Michael Mackenzie, Rates Reporter, discuss the Federal Reserve's recent decisions and their effects on the financial markets. The conversation also covers economic indicators, bond yields, and the resilience of banks amidst inflationary pressures, offering valuable insights into today's economic landscape.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 30min

Instant Reaction: The Fed Decides

Tom Keene, a seasoned financial journalist at Bloomberg, joins market analyst Lisa Abramowicz and global news expert Jonathan Ferro to dissect the Federal Reserve's latest decision on interest rates. They explore the delicate balance the Fed must maintain between inflation control and job stability amid mixed economic signals. The trio also discusses market sentiment regarding a potential economic soft landing and the strategic implications of the Fed's cautious communications on future monetary policy.
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Jul 31, 2024 • 8min

The Electric Fiat 500 Is a $36,000 Zippy, Diminutive Delight

Hannah Elliott, an auto columnist for Bloomberg Pursuits, dives into the charm of the newly electrified Fiat 500. She highlights its practical design and enjoyable performance, perfect for city driving. The discussion also covers Fiat's rocky history in the US and the challenges it faced over the decades. Additionally, the conversation touches on Lamborghini's strategic success, showcasing its profit growth against the backdrop of a challenging market, emphasizing a strong pivot towards hybrid technology.

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