Wall Street Week
Wall Street Week tells the stories of capitalism from around the world, hosted by David Westin in New York. The podcast covers financial markets, economic trends, and business news, featuring interviews with top investors, executives, and policymakers. It provides insights into global finance and the forces shaping the economy.
Episodes
India’s Growth Test, Bangalore’s Infrastructure Problem, India’s Tech Rivalry
This week, a special edition of Wall Street Week from the fastest growing large economy in the world: India. The country's technology sector has helped power its growth, but its success has led to uneven progress that could turn its strengths into weaknesses. Bangalore became India’s tech capital by attracting global investment and growing a deep talent pool, but infrastructure and policies
Venezuela’s Oil Test, Overcapacity in Renewables, Defense Tech Boom
This week, while Venezuela has the oil reserves to impact global energy markets, rebuilding production will take years, billions of dollars and investor trust. And, Europe’s solar success is creating growing pains for investors, generators and power markets. Plus, can data centers turn Scotland’s wasted wind into an AI advantage? Later, a more dangerous world is pushing the Pentagon an
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Fan Favorite: AI Hits Wages, USMCA Under Pressure, Colorado River Crisis
This episode originally aired on August 21st, 2026. On this fan favorite edition of the show for the long holiday weekend, former IBM CEO Sam Palmisano discusses why companies may benefit from having a “Plan B” for AI implementation. And, AI may not be causing mass layoffs yet, but early data suggest it is already slowing wage growth in exposed occupations. Plus, Canada may have dodged
Debt & Consequences, Defying Fiscal Gravity, Hollywood Gets Democratized
This week, Chrystia Freeland talks with the former finance ministers of the Netherlands and Germany about what it takes to bring spending under control. And, are US deficits now a bigger driver of interest rates than inflation? Plus, as Fed Chair Kevin Warsh makes his debut at the Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium, we revisit the story of the wealthiest place in America. Later, the rise of Yo
AI Hits Wages, USMCA Under Pressure, Colorado River Crisis
This week, Former IBM CEO Sam Palmisano discusses why companies may benefit from having a “Plan B” for AI implementation. And, AI may not be causing mass layoffs yet, but early data suggest it is already slowing wage growth in exposed occupations.Plus, Canada may have dodged Trump’s newest tariffs, but the deal could leave lasting damage to USMCA, North American manufacturing and
Rerouting Trade, Private Equity Test
This week, inflation may be edging lower, but as markets push rates higher, the Fed’s 2% inflation target might be a long way off. And, Mexico is building a land-based trade corridor that could give shipping companies more options when traditional channels are disrupted. Plus, as exits slow and borrowing costs rise, the ability of private equity investments to generate returns that beat publ
Team Favorite: AI-Era Internet, Spaceport Investment, Bolivia’s Investability
This is a special, fan favorite edition of the show. This episode first aired June 5th, 2026. This week, the dollar remains the world’s dominant currency, but economist Ken Rogoff thinks rising debt and geopolitical shifts are eroding its position as the world’s reserve currency. And, AI-powered search is reducing web traffic, forcing publishers to rethink how they attract audien
Warsh’s Waiting Game, EU Merger Rules, Robotic Surgeons
This week, Harvard professor and former Obama economic adviser Jason Furman discusses the Fed rate decision and the challenges facing Chairman Kevin Warsh. Plus, the European Union is rewriting its merger rules in a bid to create tech giants that can compete with America. Later, Johnson & Johnson entered the fast-growing robotic surgery race years behind its rivals, but it’s betting a di
AI Debt Question, Austin Housing Test, Student Loan Reckoning, Canada Weighs US Tariffs
This week, Steven Rattner says AI will transform the economy, but markets still do not know which companies will win. And, Austin’s rent drop is testing whether America’s housing crisis can be solved by building more. Plus, will capping graduate student loans reduce debt or limit access to education? Later, the US-Canada tariff fight returns as global fertilizer markets are already und
Inflation Meets AI, Navy Buildout Challenges, Tariff Refund Fight
This week, Former Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester discusses the recent change in the inflation narrative. And, can US shipyards build President Trump’s “Golden Fleet” fast enough to keep up with China? Plus, why small businesses are still fighting to get their money back after the Supreme Court struck down the Trump administration’s IEEPA tariffs. Later, Blair Effron
The World’s First Trillionaire, Governance Meets Growth, Menopause Market Boom
This week, executives and investors gathered in Sun Valley to discuss consolidation in the media sector. And, SpaceX’s historic IPO has turned an entrepreneur into a trillionaire, giving rise to a new era in capitalism and widening the wealth gap. Plus, does SpaceX’s governance structure protect the company’s futuristic vision, or give CEO Elon Musk too much unchecked authority?
Team Favorite: AI-Era Internet, Spaceport Investment, Bolivia’s Investability
For the Independence Day holiday weekend, we bring you a team favorite podcast. This episode first aired June 5th, 2026. This week, the dollar remains the world’s dominant currency, but economist Ken Rogoff thinks rising debt and geopolitical shifts are eroding its position as the world’s reserve currency. And, AI-powered search is reducing web traffic, forcing publishers to reth
USMCA: Can North America’s Trade Deal Survive?
This week, a special edition of Wall Street Week on the USMCA trade deal. The renegotiations are testing the future of an auto industry built on decades of cross-border integration. And, American farmers increasingly depend on exports to Canada and Mexico as other overseas markets become more difficult to access. Plus, years of infrastructure investment have created an energy market that crosses b
Special Report: Alan Greenspan Dies at 100
Alan Greenspan has died at the age of 100. The former Federal Reserve Chairman died on Monday at his home, NBC News reported, citing his wife, Andrea Mitchell. The cause was complications of Parkinson’s disease. Greenspan was proclaimed a wizard for guiding a then-record US economic expansion, only to see his luster dimmed by the financial crisis that erupted less than two years after he ste
Team Favorite: Britain’s Debt Problem, AI’s Local Burden, Poland’s Economic Boom, The Aluminum Shock
For the Juneteenth holiday weekend, we bring you a team favorite podcast. This episode first aired on May 29th, 2026. The UK’s debt burden and weak growth are reviving fears that financial markets could once again destabilize British politics and policy. And, investors see data centers as long-term infrastructure, but neighbors worry about noise, water use, power demand and lasting cos
SpaceX Goes Public, Google’s AI Bet, World Cup Price Backlash
This week, the arrival of mega-IPOs is testing capital markets as investor appetite grows larger than supply. The federal government is making a direct investment in private technology companies, betting on quantum computing. Plus, Google is making its most radical change to search in twenty years by incorporating AI. Later, the most lucrative World Cup in history is testing how much fans are will
AI-Era Internet, Spaceport Investment, Bolivia’s Investability
This week, the dollar remains the world’s dominant currency, but economist Ken Rogoff thinks rising debt and geopolitical shifts are eroding its position as the world’s reserve currency. And, AI-powered search is reducing web traffic, forcing publishers to rethink how they attract audiences and generate revenue online. Will competition between the US and China to launch satellites crea
Britain’s Debt Problem, AI’s Local Burden, Poland’s Economic Boom
This week, the UK’s debt burden and weak growth are reviving fears that financial markets could once again destabilize British politics and policy. And, investors see data centers as long-term infrastructure, but neighbors worry about noise, water use, power demand and lasting costs. Plus, is Poland is one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, but it faces challenges to keep up its
Team Favorite: Anthropic , BYD Goes Global, The Billionaire Next Door
For the Memorial Day holiday we bring you a team favorite podcast this week. This episode first aired on March 24h, 2026 This week, regulators and banks are scrambling to catch up after the debut of Anthropic’s nearly autonomous system that can find cybersecurity vulnerabilities on its own. And, the electric vehicle company that started as a battery manufacturer is giving European auto
Dalio's Warning, AI Arms Race, China Powers Ahead, NYC Tax Standoff
This week, Ray Dalio explains why markets shrug off wars and why this time might be different. And, why are AI executives warning about the dangers of systems they are simultaneously racing to build? Plus, China’s massive investments in energy infrastructure are increasingly shaping the global competition for artificial intelligence leadership and industrial power. Later, can New York
High Stakes Summit, New Zealand’s Talent Troubles, Stablecoin Adoption, Sparkling Water Boom
This week, China thinks it's cracked the code on Trump heading into a summit in Beijing. And, what happens when a country's best and brightest travel overseas and stop coming back? Plus, the most useful thing about crypto might be the one nobody's talking about: cheap and fast cross-border payments. Later, the smartest bet in the sparkling water boom might not be on any brand, but on the companies
Warsh’s Fed, Vibe Coding, Geothermal Energy, Vegas Bets Big
This week, The Fed made its call this week, but Kevin Warsh may be about to change the institution itself. And, AI made coding easy for everyone, and that's the best and worst thing to happen to software engineering. Plus, can the same technology that unlocked oil and gas now unlock clean energy? Later, the city that was built by the mob is now betting its future on dayclubs, nightlife, and premiu
Anthropic Cybersecurity Risk, BYD Goes Global, The Billionaire Next Door
This week, regulators and banks are scrambling to catch up after the debut of Anthropic’s nearly autonomous system that can find cybersecurity vulnerabilities on its own. And, the electric vehicle company that started as a battery manufacturer is giving European automakers and Tesla a run for their money. Plus, the IMF was built for a very different world. Can it adapt to meet a globally con
Hank Paulson on Iran War, Energy Market Disruptions, Copper Supply Strain, US Tax Debate
This week, Former US Treasury Secretary Hank Paulson warns the biggest economic risk from the war in Iran may come from global shocks spilling into US markets. Plus, how rising demand for copper is outpacing supply, exposing gaps in US production and increasing reliance on imports. Later, are the wealthiest Americans paying their fair share, or does the tax system allow too much income to go
Haass on the War in Iran, Iran Oil Fallout, IMF Meeting Anxiety, US-China Rare Earth Competition
This week, Richard Haass of Centerview Partners on what to expect out of US-Iran peace talks. Plus, why Gulf states are begging Trump not to end the Iran war early and how the conflict could hit consumers, from gas prices to interest rates. And, former Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland warns of stagflation, a food crisis, and the growing strain on the US-led global order as finance
Fan Favorite: Japan’s New Horizon
On this special, fan favorite edition of Bloomberg Wall Street Week, we travel to Japan to bring you stories of how its economy could be turning the page after 30 years of stagnation. After the so-called ‘lost decades,’ Apollo Global Management’s Marc Rowan explains why there’s a ‘new swagger’ in Japan now. Plus, can private capital help power Japan’s next
China’s Role in Iran War, Global Fertilizer Disruptions, Matcha’s Supply Problem
This week, the Fed holds rates steady, anticipating greater uncertainty and higher prices as war in Iran drives up fertilizer and fuel costs. Plus, letting first-time homebuyers tap retirement savings might ease down payments, but it can also fuel demand and push home prices higher. Later, can farmers respond quickly enough when social media spikes demand for their produce, or do viral trends crea
Fed on Iran War, AI Expectations, US-Canada Trade War, Australia’s Social Media Restrictions
This week, the Fed holds rate steady, anticipating greater uncertainty and higher prices amid the war in Iran. And AI is advancing fast, but real-world limits mean it may transform industries more gradually and less dramatically than many expect today. Plus, are US tariffs on Canada causing long-term economic harm, or are they resetting the relationship between two closely linked economies? Later,
Soft US Jobs, Swedish Defense Spending, Private Credit Woes
This week, Steven Rattner of Willett Advisors explains why the US labor market is softening and what tariffs, AI and stagflation risk could mean next. And as Europe prepares to spend more on defense, Sweden is emerging as an unlikely but crucial player in the continent’s push. Plus, private credit’s advantages are becoming vulnerabilities as some investors try to get their money out. L
Lloyd Blankfein, Ukraine’s War-Fueled Tech Revolution, Big Tobacco’s Smoke-Free Bet, AI Data Center Gold Rush
This week, from Iran to inflation, former Goldman Sachs CEO Lloyd Blankfein explains why risk management matters most when markets appear stable and confident. And, From digital IDs to AI agents, Ukraine is rebuilding government services even as war reshapes the country. Plus, as smokeless products such as Zyn and IQOS surge in popularity, are we witnessing harm reduction or a smarter tobacco stra
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Examining Trump’s Economy, Takeaways from Corporate & Government Mistakes, Sweden’s Modular Homes
This week, President Trump says the economy is roaring, but Harvard’s Jason Furman says the economy is performing at a more slow and steady rate.. And, former Sony executive Michael Lynton revisits the mistake behind the cyberattack and what it reveals about leadership and human psychology. Plus, a former Treasury Secretary chief-of-staff reflects on a mistake that led to subpoenas, testimon
Japan’s New Horizon: Investment Opportunities, Corporate Transformation and the Private Capital Boom
This week, we travel to Japan to bring you stories of how its economy could be turning the page after 30 years of stagnation. After the so-called ‘lost decades,’ Apollo Global Management’s Marc Rowan explains why there’s a ‘new swagger’ in Japan now. Plus, can private capital help power Japan’s next growth cycle? Later, after decades of caution and stabili
Evolving Money: Blue Chip Meets Blockchain (Sponsored Content)
Crypto has become increasingly integrated into the financial system, from the use of stablecoins for payments, to the trading of tokenized equities on blockchains, to the adoption of crypto holdings by corporate treasuries. We explore how PNC Bank, one of the first movers in this space, has been expanding access to crypto and the challenges it has had to overcome. This episode is sponsored by Coin
Rattner on Manufacturing, High Cost of US Public Buses, Milan’s Boom
This week, Steve Rattner assesses whether tariffs and trade policy are truly reviving US manufacturing and what it would take to deliver sustained economic growth. And, the US needs more buses — but are we buying them the wrong way? Plus, Milan’s hosting of the Winter Olympics comes as a wave of high net-worth individuals move to the Italian city. Later, is the real battle in the AI er
Bostic on Inflation, Volatile Gold Prices, The Second China Shock, Investing in Art
This week, outgoing Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic says it’s ‘paramount’ to get inflation back to 2%. And, gold prices have been all over the place – what does that mean for the dollar, and those mining the metal? Plus, as Chinese exports surge again, Europe confronts a potential second coming of the so-called ‘China shock.’ Later, art may be priceless, bu
Trump Taps Warsh For Fed Chair, Furman Reacts to Rate Hold
President Trump announces he intends to nominate Kevin Warsh as the next chair of the Federal Reserve, replacing Jay Powell when his term ends in May. Michael McKee speaks with Fed Governor Stephen Miran for reaction. Plus, we speak with Harvard Professor of Economics Jason Furman following the Fed’s decision to keep rates on hold earlier this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf
Chrystia Freeland, Wine Tariffs, Ecuador’s Cocoa Boom, Israel Defense Technology
This week, economic adviser to Ukraine Chrystia Freeland discusses President Trump’s threats to seize Greenland and his meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskiy in Davos, Switzerland. And, renewed threats of tariffs on European wine could raise prices and ripple through the entire US wine industry. Plus, climate change is disrupting cocoa in West Africa and turning Ecuador into a major glo
Dudley on Powell, Saudi Arabia Tourism, Megapass Skiing
This week, former New York Fed President Bill Dudley discusses the Justice Department’s criminal investigation of Fed Chair Jay Powell. And, Saudi Arabia is betting big on tourism to diversify its economy and transform how the world sees the Kingdom. Plus, Israel’s startup economy after the war, and how the Epic and Ikon passes transformed skiing, boosted growth, and forced resorts and
US-Venezuela Policy, Farming Without Subsidies, Robotaxis, Mount Everest Exclusivity
This week, what the Trump Administration’s action in Venezuela reveals about America’s new foreign policy priorities. And, could New Zealand’s no-subsidy agriculture industry work around the world? Plus, is 2026 finally the year robotaxis move beyond hype and tiny test zones? Later, we follow the rise of ultra-luxury Everest trips, where six-figure price tags promise speed and co
Fan Favorite: 25 Years of Markets
This week, Wall Street Week looks back on a quarter century of change. In the first 25 years of the 21st century, capitalism endured a remarkable series of shocks - from the Y2K, to the Great Recession, to a once-in-a-century pandemic. We explore how these turning points reshaped markets, growth, and the public’s faith in the economic system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio
Fan Favorite: Rattner’s trip to China, Nepal’s Gen-Z Uprising, Capitalism 4.0, Small Business Succession
On this special, fan favorite episode of Bloomberg Wall Street Week, Willett Advisors’ Steven Rattner says China’s innovation is surging even as its consumers struggle, and warns that US trade policies won’t slow Beijing down. The real solution, he says, is doing better at home. And, a close look at the social media spark that ignited Nepal’s biggest youth-led protests in d
Wall Street Week | 25 Years of Markets
This week, Wall Street Week looks back on a quarter century of change. In the first 25 years of the 21st century, capitalism endured a remarkable series of shocks - from the Y2K, to the Great Recession, to a once-in-a-century pandemic. We explore how these turning points reshaped markets, growth, and the public’s faith in the economic system.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio
Hubbard on Fed Cut Fallout, Open Source AI, Nuclear Bet, Department Store Revival
This week, Glenn Hubbard warns that tariffs, shaky data and a mature credit cycle create risks as the Fed looks toward 2026. And, will open AI ecosystems win out over closed models, as AMD CEO Lisa Su and former IBM CEO Sam Palmisano suggest? Plus, from AI to manufacturing, soaring electricity demand is forcing a rethink of where our power comes from and how fast we can build to generate it. Later
Rattner’s trip to China, Nepal’s Gen-Z Uprising, Capitalism 4.0
This week, Willett Advisors’ Steven Rattner says China’s innovation is surging even as its consumers struggle, and warns that US trade policies won’t slow Beijing down. The real solution, he says, is doing better at home. And, a close look at the social media spark that ignited Nepal’s biggest youth-led protests in decades, toppling the government and revealing the power of
Fan Favorite: AI in Higher Education and the Supply Chain, Trump’s Tariffs Hit Lesotho
On this special, fan favorite edition of Wall Street Week for the holiday weekend, Arizona State University President Michael Crow explains how AI is reshaping the way students learn, teachers teach and universities prepare for the future. Leaders at Waabi, Penske, and the Port of Los Angeles explain how artificial intelligence could make supply chains faster, smarter, and more resilient. Plus, US
America’s Most Charitable Places, McLaren’s Zak Brown
This week, Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman promises to bring as much as $1 trillion in investment to the US as Saudi Arabia tries to pivot from oil towards becoming a global technology and investment player. And, from small-town Michigan to the headquarters of Walmart, we reveal how philanthropy, volunteering and community ties power America’s hidden generosity. Plus, w
Santander’s Ana Botín, Reality of Quantum Computing, Netherlands Pension Reform, Data Center Win-Win
This week, Santander’s Ana Botín is steering one of Europe’s biggest banks through red tape and rising taxes. She says that growth, not regulation, is what Europe needs most. And, quantum mechanics is driving a multibillion-dollar race. The technology is already in use, but measuring success is the next challenge for investors. Plus, the Netherlands is offering a blueprint for h
Legality of Tariffs, Business Leaders on Mamdani, Pediatrics Under Pressure, Protein Boom
This week, can Congress delegate its authority over trade and tariffs to the president? The Supreme Court questioned the Trump Administration’s argument that a statute passed by Congress gives the president the power to impose worldwide tariffs. But if the Court disagrees with the administration, who pays - and how much? And, New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani vows to make the
Larry Summers on the Fed, Argentina Elections, Hinton on AI, Trump’s H-1B Fee
This week, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers agrees with Fed Chair Powell’s reluctance to lock in a December rate cut. And, with new congressional momentum and a victory in midterm elections, Argentina’s President Javier Milei gets the electorate’s buy-in to continue economic reforms that have had mixed results. Plus, Geoffrey Hinton, the “Godfather of AI,&rdquo
AI in Higher Education and the Supply Chain, Trump’s Tariffs Hit Lesotho
This week, Arizona State University President Michael Crow explains how AI is reshaping the way students learn, teachers teach and universities prepare for the future. Leaders at Waabi, Penske, and the Port of Los Angeles explain how artificial intelligence could make supply chains faster, smarter, and more resilient. Plus, US tariffs and the end of AGOA have hit Lesotho’s textile industry h
Japan Immigration, Race to Self-Driving Trucks, Defense & AI
This week, former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers says that although bank profits are up, bigger risks are brewing in credit and in an unconventional US bet on Argentina’s currency. And, could Japan’s growing labor shortage finally make immigration a permanent part of its future? Plus, self-driving trucks promise to transform freight across the US and Europe, but the road to
The Price of Policy
This week, who benefits from America’s growing immigration detention system? And, as Polymarket and Kalshi continue to heat up, will markets predict the future better than polls? Plus, a US tariff change meant to target China is now threatening small businesses and raising prices for American consumers. Later, artificial intelligence is helping teachers manage bigger classrooms and growing w
Economy of Tomorrow
This week, as the Federal Reserve is watching the labor market closely, Steven Rattner shares his outlook on jobs, rates, and growth. And, Ford CEO Jim Farley talks about the future of Ford, the essential economy, and the policies shaping American manufacturing. Plus, can Australia move beyond resources and build a new growth model? Later, how AI is giving doctors more research and more time to se
North America Auto Tariffs, American Worker Shortage, 20 Years After Hurricane Katrina
This week, we revisit two stories we brought you over the past year and discuss what has changed since then. How has trade between the US and Mexico shifted since President Donald Trump took office, and where do Canadian auto parts fit into the trade spat between the North American countries? And, how one manufacturing plant in Fargo, North Dakota is navigating legal immigration challenges that im
Special Edition: Bard College President on Trump’s College Crackdown
President Trump's efforts to redefine federal relations with higher education have major implications for how the US funds research. From his 50-year tenure as President of Bard, Leon Botstein brings a broader perspective to what he believes is at stake for the country. He speaks with David Westin on this special bonus edition of the Bloomberg Wall Street Week podcast. See omnystudio.com/list
Bitter Pills | Summers on the Fed, Research Funding Fallout, Milei’sTough Policies, UK’s Growth Gamble
This week, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers says the Fed’s policy leans on the looser side, given financial conditions, skewing the balance of risks towards inflation. MIT’s Rafael Reif takes us through Massachusetts as an example of an innovation ecosystem that is developing ways to fund research as the federal government steps back. Plus, a test of Argentine President Ja
Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman, Brazil’s Rare Earths Bet
This week, Nobel laureate Paul Krugman discusses tariff “chaos”, how immigration policies limit productivity and New York City under a potential Mamdani administration. And, from airlines to apps, prices now change in real time, but who are the real winners in a dynamic pricing world? Plus, China dominates rare earths, but Brazil is willing to play the long game to establish a no
Summers on President Trump vs. the Fed, Battle Over America’s Jobs Data, Australia Gold Rush 2.0
This week, former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers comments on why the markets have been slow to react to President Trump's efforts to fire Lisa Cook and further change the composition of the FOMC. And, concerns about BLS politicization are growing - what is the real problem behind the jobs numbers? Plus, gold prices near record highs are fueling a mining boom in Australia. Later, India i
Team Favorite: Entry-Level Jobs at Risk, CEOs Face Uncertainty, Tariffs & Textile Companies, Powering Data Centers
Note: This is a re-air from August 8th 2025 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
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&
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 Ameri
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 pr
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 i
Winning In All Arenas | BlackRock’s Rick Rieder, US Child Care Crisis, FIFA in North America
This week, BlackRock’s Rick Rieder talks about the resilience of the US economy in the face of uncertainty on tariffs and a growing federal debt burden. And, amidst US child care struggles, private equity finds a way in. Plus, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers discusses slashes to Medicaid through President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill”. Later, FIFA comes to
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
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 omnystudi
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
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&r
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
The Price of Progress | AI & Monetary Policy, Lower Gas Prices, Johnson & Johnson, Flying Cars
This week, Former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way central banks understand, forecast, and manage the economy. And, President Trump’s call for $2 gas may please drivers, but in oil towns like Odessa, falling prices threaten jobs, investment, and the economic foundation of the U.S. energy heartland. Plus, an interview with Johnson &
Fuel, Fees, And Foreign Fortunes
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Hoover Institution’s Niall Ferguson debate US and China's "hostile codependence." And, as President Trump touts lower gasoline prices, some experts explain why it’s concerning. Plus, more millionaires in the UK are packing their bags for Italy, but will it be for good? Later, how will private equity change Big Law?See omnystu
Air Traffic Control, Undersea Cables, International Students
This week, why fixing the US air traffic control system won't happen overnight and the Trump administration's plan to fix it. Plus, how hyperscalers have taken over the business of undersea cables to support our growing data needs. Later, a look into the role of international students in the educational industrial complex and innovation ecosystem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information
New FDA with Old Problems, Stakeholder Capitalism
This week, how the FDA violated its own rules in approving marketing for opioid painkillers. Later, how does a company balance its heritage with its future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
China Pivot, Sweden's innovation engine, US Army Sec. Driscoll
This week, former US Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Hoover Institution's Elizabeth Economy discuss the US pivot on trade dealings with China. Plus, a look at Sweden’s vibrant capital markets and Nasdaq's role in its innovation ecosystem. Later, US Army Sec. Driscoll joins us with the administration's approach to a decades-long spending challenge at the Pentagon.See omnystudio.com
Powell’s Catch-22 | The Fed Decision, IRS cutbacks, Ireland’s Corporate Tax
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Economist Kenneth Rogoff weigh the effects of President Trump's policies on monetary policy. And, how will the IRS carry out its mandate under the Trump administration’s recent staff and funding cuts? Plus, across the pond, how will tariffs affect Ireland’s corporate tax policies that have attracted American companies to its
Rocking The Boat | Trump vs. Powell, 50 Years of Vanguard, Trade Economics
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and Columbia’s Kathryn Judge discuss the importance and evolution of the Fed's independence. And, how will Trump’s tariffs influence trade in the long run? Plus, Vanguard’s 50th anniversary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Putting Down Corporate Roots | Trump's 100 days, stakeholder capitalism
This week, former Treasury Secretary Lawrence H. Summers and UVA’s Barbara Perry compare President Trump’s first 100 days in office with his previous term and those of presidents past. Later, how does a company balance its heritage with its future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Introducing: Stock Movers
Check out the new Stock Movers Podcast from Bloomberg. Subscribe for five-minute episodes on today's winners and losers in the stock market. Listen on Apple: https://apple.co/4kJ43ON Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mr385jv6 Listen on other platforms: https://link.podtrac.com/h0zn7xirSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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