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August Jobs Miss, Ackman Bets on Ackman, Power of Salt, VC Investing in Cryptocurrency Sep 06, 2019

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Frances Donald, Chief Economist at Manulife Investment Management, and Bloomberg Global Macro Strategist Vincent Cignarella, discuss payrolls rising 96,000, a three-month low, after a downwardly revised 131,000 advance the prior month, according to a Labor Department report Friday that trailed the median estimate of economists for a 150,000 gain. Bloomberg News Deals Reporter Scott Deveau explains how billionaire Bill Ackman made a big bet on himself even as some investors were second-guessing the future of his hedge fund, Pershing Square Capital Management, and how that bet is paying off thus far. Bloomberg Businessweek Editor Joel Weber and Businessweek Freelance Writer Andrew Zaleski share the story of salt king Ben Jacobsen’s effort to turn seawater into a culinary cult following. Jalak Jobanputa, Founding Partner at Future\Perfect Ventures, breaks down venture capital investing in the cryptocurrency world. And we Drive to the Close with Jim Russell, Portfolio Manager at Bahl & Gaynor.

Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan.

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Businessweek Extra- Candace Bushnell Sep 06, 2019

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Hosted by Carol Massar and Jason Kelly.Featuring an in-depth conversation with author and Sex in the City creator Candace Bushnell.

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WeWork Valuation Seen Near $30 Billion, Starbucks CEO on Automation, Seeing Around Corners in Business Sep 05, 2019

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Bloomberg News Finance Reporter Michelle Davis and Bloomberg News Startup Reporter Eric Newcomer break down WeWork considering seeking a valuation of about $20 billion to $30 billion for their IPO. Bloomberg News Anchor David Westin speaks to Starbucks CEO Kevin Johnson about planning more U.S. automation to free up baristas. Rita McGrath, Associate Professor at Columbia Business School, talks about her book "Seeing Around Corners” and how shifts in the business landscape, known as inflection points, can either create new, entrepreneurial opportunities or they can lead to devastating consequences. Bloomberg Businessweek Editor Joel Weber and Businessweek Freelance Writer Samanth Subramanian explain why making new elements doesn't pay. And we Drive to the Close with Rebecca Felton, Senior Portfolio Manager at RiverFront Investment Group.

Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan.

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Carlyle and Ex-Domino’s CEO Buying Brands, Starbucks Seeing Slower Growth, AI Powered ETF Sep 04, 2019

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Bloomberg News Private Equity Reporter Heather Perlberg discusses Carlyle Group teaming up with former Domino’s Pizza CEO Patrick Doyle to buy consumer companies that can benefit from a technology overhaul. Jon Erlichman, Anchor of BNN Bloomberg's The Open, talks about Starbucks signaling that its profit growth will start to slow. Art Amador, COO at EquBot, talks about using artificial intelligence for investing. Bloomberg Businessweek Editor Joel Weber and Bloomberg News Commodities Reporter Eddie van der Walt share the story of the metals hunter that scours globe to stockpile nature’s rarest elements. Paul Walsh, Global Director of Consumer Weather Strategy at IBM, talks about providing data on the impact of Hurricane Dorian. And we Drive to the Close with Oliver Pursche, Chief Market Strategist at Bruderman Asset Management.

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Negative Rates Threaten Financial System, Tech Companies Pause Spending, Tariffs Erode Trust, IPO Profitability Sep 03, 2019

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Jim Bianco, President and Founder of Bianco Research, explains why negative interest rates in the U.S. would create turmoil for the financial system. Crawford Del Prete, President at IDC Research, discusses the impact of the trade war on U.S. tech companies spending on IT infrastructure. Bloomberg News White House Correspondent Josh Wingrove and Rui Zhong, Program Associate at the Wilson Center’s Kissinger Institute on China and U.S., talk about Washington rejecting Beijing’s request to delay tariffs that took effect over the weekend and how that has lead to mistrust on both sides. James Gellert, CEO at RapidRatings, shares his outlook for profitability of venture-backed companies WeWork and Peloton as they come to market. And we Drive to the Close with Brent Schutte, Chief investment Strategist at Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management.

Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan.

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Bloomberg Businessweek Weekend - August 31st, 2019 Aug 31, 2019

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Hosted by Carol Massar and Jason Kelly.

Featuring highlights from the latest issue of Bloomberg Businessweek. It's the elements issue celebrating the 150th year of the periodic table.

-Jeremy Keehn describes how the issue came together

-Peter Coy explains why the periodic table is more important than ever

-Kate Krader on how nitrogen is changing how you drink coffee

-Austin Carr introduces an element that is more expensive than diamonds

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Food, Technology, Experiences, Investing and Kobe From the U.S. Open Aug 30, 2019

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Josh Capon, Executive Chef at Lure Fishbar, discusses feeding fans and players at U.S. Open. Elizabeth O'Brien, Program Director of Worldwide Sports & Entertainment Partnerships at IBM, on providing technology solutions for the U.S. Open. Lew Sherr, USTA Chief Revenue Officer, talks about the importance of experiences at the U.S. Open. Jon Wertheim, Executive Editor at Sports Illustrated, shares his thoughts on the Open, including the phenomenon Coco Gauff. NBA Champion Kobe Bryant talks about his new book about tennis. And we Drive to the Close with David Dietze, President at Point View Wealth Management.

Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan.

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Businessweek Extra - Fitbit CEO James Park Aug 30, 2019

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Hosted by Carol Massar and Jason Kelly.

Featuring an in-depth conversation with James Park, the CEO of Fitbit.

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Insatiable Appetite for Tennis Content, Uber CEO’s Second Anniversary, Tennis Channel’s Ken Solomon Aug 29, 2019

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Kirsten Corio, USTA Managing Director of Ticketing and Digital Strategy, discuses providing content for U.S. Open streaming channel. Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi explains what the company has accomplished in the last two years since he took over, and the path to profitability. Bloomberg News Editor-in-Chief Emeritus Matt Winkler and Tennis Pro Jose Alberto Lara share their thoughts on the U.S. Open. And we Drive to the Close with Bill Stone, Co-Chief Investment Officer at Avalon Advisors.

Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan.

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Brexit Angst Resurfaces, Peloton Peddles Into Public Market, Fitbit CEO on Making Health Accessible Aug 28, 2019

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Bloomberg Markets Senior Editor John Authers discusses Boris Johnson's plan to suspend UK Parliament ahead of Brexit. Bloomberg. Erik Gordon, Professor of Business at the University of Michigan, shares his outlook for Peloton going public. Fitbit CEO James Park talks about the launch of new products and a subscription service, as well as transformation to a services and device company. Bloomberg Businessweek Editor Joel Weber and Bloomberg Businessweek Features Editor Jeremy Keehn talk about new issue of Businessweek Magazine celebrating the 150th anniversary of the formulation of the periodic table of elements and their significance in our world. And we Drive to the Close with Ann Miletti, Senior Portfolio Manager at Wells Fargo Asset Management.

Hosts: Carol Massar and Jason Kelly. Producer: Paul Brennan.

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