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GameStop Buying Bitcoin, an Activist Play at Lyft, & Gen Z Unemployment
Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Delaware's changes to its corporate governance laws, Waymo’s expansion into Washington D.C., and GameStop's decision to add bitcoin to its treasury reserves. Then they analyze Engine Capital’s activist push at Lyft, offering insights and strategic suggestions on how the rideshare company can strengthen its business. Finally, they break down the growing challenges for college graduates in today’s job market, with Scott sharing practical advice for those looking for a job.
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Unpacking Germany’s Historic U-Turn on Spending — ft. Carsten Brzeski
Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Apple’s $1 billion annual loss on AppleTV+, Silver Lake’s move to take Endeavor private, and Nike’s latest earnings report. Then Carsten Brzeski, Global Head of Macro Research and Chief Eurozone Economist for ING, joins the show to break down Germany’s political and economic landscape. He unpacks the growing fragmentation among political parties and explains the country’s longstanding reluctance to take on debt. Carsten also breaks down the recent surge in capital allocations to the Eurozone and weighs in on whether this could mark the beginning of a sustained multi-year rally.
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Has a Global Market Rotation Begun? + Inside the Ultra-Luxury Hotel Industry
Scott and Ed open the show by discussing the federal reserve’s interest rate decision, the Professional Tennis Player Association's lawsuit, and BYD’s new charging technology. Then they analyze Germany’s decision to boost defense spending while lifting its debt limit, unpacking the market’s reaction and broader economic implications. Finally, they break down ultra-luxury hotel group Aman’s latest funding round, and Scott explains how high-end hospitality brands are evolving to cater to an even richer clientele.
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Searching For Value Outside the U.S. — ft. Lyn Alden
Ed and Scott open the show by discussing Klarna’s IPO, Google’s acquisition of cybersecurity startup Wiz, and Lip-Bu Tan’s new plan for Intel. Then Lyn Alden, independent analyst and the author of Broken Money, returns to the show to break down the latest stock market correction, explaining why it’s a natural part of the market cycle. She explores whether we’re about to see a rotation from U.S. markets to international ones, unpacks why she doesn’t think federal spending will come down under Trump, and gives her take on the national crypto reserve. Finally, Lyn shares an update on her portfolio and reveals the key investment themes she’s focused on for 2025.
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The S&P 500 Enters Correction Territory
Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Southwest Airlines' decision to start charging for checked bags, Eric Schmidt’s appointment as CEO of Relativity Space, and the latest developments in Saudi Arabia’s Neom project. They then analyze the ongoing tariff battle, exploring its biggest potential consequences and why Scott believes China could ultimately come out ahead. Finally, they break down the $5 trillion market sell-off, and Ed highlights the key winners and losers from the plunge.
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Prof G Markets breaks down the news that’s moving the capital markets, helping you build financial literacy and security. Tune in every Monday and Thursday for no mercy, no malice insight from Scott Galloway and Ed Elson on high flying stocks, booming sectors, and master of the universe CEOs. Like it or not, we live in a capitalist society. The key to navigating it? Talk about money. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.