Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

Latest Episodes:

The Markets Are Tanking, Lamborghini Exits EVs, & Is the Private Credit Market in Trouble? 2-23-26 Feb 23, 2026

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In this episode, Scott Becker covers a market selloff, Lamborghini stepping back from electric SUVs, and Blue Owl Credit halting fund redemptions that signal potential stress in private credit.

Healthcare Real Estate Trends and Capital Markets with Seth Gilford, Vice President, Healthcare Capital Markets at Transwestern 2-24-26 Feb 23, 2026

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In this episode, Seth Gilford, Vice President of Transwestern’s national healthcare capital markets platform discusses why leading physician groups are attractive tenants, the rise of outpatient and freestanding ED developments, and what investors are prioritizing in today’s market.

Building Project Plans Ready for the Unexpected with Liz Hutson of EGH, LLC 2-22-26 Feb 21, 2026

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In this episode, Liz Hutson, Principal Consultant and Owner at EGH, LLC, shares practical strategies for resilient project planning.

Wayfair Takes it on the Chin 2-21-26 Feb 21, 2026

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In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Wayfair’s wider than expected net loss, shrinking customers, and margin pressure.

Is Private Credit in Trouble: The Blue Owl Capital Story 2-20-26 Feb 20, 2026

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In this episode, Scott Becker examines Blue Owl’s decision to halt retail fund redemptions, recent asset sales to meet withdrawals, and what the move signals about broader stress and exit challenges across the private credit market.

Avis Gets Crushed by Electric Vehicles 2-20-26 Feb 20, 2026

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In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Avis Budget Group’s shares dropping about 24%.

Healthcare Private Equity Strategy and Deal Trends with Holly Buckley of McGuireWoods LLP 2-20-26 Feb 20, 2026

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In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods LLP, shares what is driving strong deal flow in healthcare private equity and previews key themes at the firm’s annual Healthcare Private Equity Conference in Chicago, April 29-30, 2026.

Klarna, Avis, CarMax, & KKR 2-19-26 Feb 19, 2026

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In this episode, Scott Becker reviews sharp stock drops across Klarna, Avis, CarMax, and KKR, highlighting shrinking margins, weak earnings, and private equity headwinds.

Amazon vs. Walmart: Does Size Matter? 2-19-26 Feb 19, 2026

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In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Amazon surpassing Walmart in annual revenue and asks whether bigger truly means better.

Building a Service Driven Moving Company with Jerry Siegel of Midway Moving & Storage 2-19-26 Feb 19, 2026

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In this episode, Jerry Siegel, Founder of Midway Moving & Storage, shares how he built one of Illinois’ largest and most recommended moving companies by training and employing his own teams, prioritizing culture and retention, and delivering high touch, customized service.