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Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller Talks Labor Market, Fed Chair Jul 18, 2025

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Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller says, “the private sector is not doing as well as everybody thinks it is,” as he makes the case for the Fed to lower borrowing costs before the labor market begins to deteriorate. Waller also discusses debate on monetary policy, inflation from tariffs, and whether he would accept the job of Fed Chair if it was offered to him. Waller speaks with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz, Annmarie Hordern, and Mike McKee.

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SEC Chairman Paul Atkins Talks Stablecoins, 401(k) Plans Jul 18, 2025

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US Security and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins says the commission’s Crypto Task Forced is focused on making “clear rules” for cryptocurrencies following the passage of the first-ever federal legislation for stablecoins. Atkins also discusses the potential for private assets and alternative investments in 401(k) retirement plans and the independence of the SEC. He speaks with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz, and Annmarie Hordern.

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Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers Talks Tariffs, Defense Spending Jul 18, 2025

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Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers says that Australia will "quite dramatically" boost its defense spending, while working with other Group of 20 nations to improve cooperation to combat volatility. Chalmers also warns that he sees US tariffs levied on countries around the world by President Donald Trump as an act of "economic self-harm." He speaks with Bloomberg's Oliver Crook on the sidelines of a meeting between many of the world's most powerful finance ministers in South Africa.

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OECD Secretary General Mathias Cormann Talks Global Economy Uncertainty Jul 18, 2025

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OECD Secretary General Mathias Cormann discusses the high level of uncertainty in the global economy and his view that there is still cooperation among the G-7 countries. He speaks with Bloomberg's Oliver Crook in Ballito, South Africa, where G20 finance ministers are meeting.

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San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly Talks Fed Policy, Labor Market Jul 17, 2025

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San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly speaks with Bloomberg's Michael McKee at the Rocky Mountain Economic Forum in Victor, Idaho. She discusses her outlook for rate cuts and labor market weakness.

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Novartis CEO Vas Narasimhan Talks Psoriasis Drug, China Growth, M&A Jul 17, 2025

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Novartis announced disappointing sales for a key psoriasis drug and the looming retirement of its respected finance chief, which overshadowed a modest outlook raise. Novartis CEO Vasant Narasimham speaks with Bloomberg's Scarlet Fu on the impact of pharma tariffs.

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Canadian Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne Talks Tariffs Jul 17, 2025

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Canadian Finance Minister Francois-Philippe Champagne discusses the impact of tariffs on global trade, and the possibility of a deal with the US. He speaks with Bloomberg's Oliver Crook as G20 finance ministers meet in South Africa.

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Roblox CEO David Baszucki Talks Age Verification Jul 17, 2025

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Roblox CEO David Baszucki discusses Roblox's new selfie-based AI age verification for its young users. He speaks with Bloomberg's Ed Ludlow.

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United CEO Scott Kirby Talks Earnings Jul 17, 2025

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United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby discusses second-quarter results and firming demand for airline travel, saying, “it was like a light switch at the end of June for business.” He speaks with Bloomberg's Lisa Abramowicz from United HQ in Chicago.

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Morgan Stanley's Mike Wilson Talks Tariff Impact in Q3 Jul 17, 2025

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Mike Wilson, chief US equity strategist at Morgan Stanley, says he can’t see more than a 5% - 10% market correction as tariffs begin to take hold in the third quarter. He speaks with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro and Lisa Abramowicz

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