Bloomberg Talks

Verizon Communications Inc. posted second-quarter revenue that surpassed analysts’ estimates, with operating revenue of $34.5 billion, up 5.2% from a year earlier. The company raised its profit outlook, citing "favorable tax reform" and strong performance. Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg speaks with Bloomberg's Sonali Basak and Katie Griefeld See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio...

The CEOs of Deutsche Bank and Siemens join Bloomberg's Oliver Crook in Berlin to discuss their "Made in Germany" initiative, which looks to help mobilize the private sector towards the goal of reviving the country's economic growth and competitiveness. The powerhouse pair discuss plans for over €600B of pledges to invest in the country over the coming period including in modernization, AI and...

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 wi...

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 speak...

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...

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roblox CEO David Baszucki discusses Roblox's new selfie-based AI age verification for its young users. He speaks with Bloomberg's Ed Ludlow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Moynihan, Bank of America Chair and CEO discusses the state of the US consumer, Federal Reserve monetary policy and the bank’s second-quarter earnings. Speaking with David Westin on Bloomberg Television, Moynihan also discusses the bank’s utilization of artificial intelligence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Soohoo, MoneyGram CEO talks about a potential IPO and whether the company would launch its own stablecoins. He is joined by Bloomberg's Sonali Basak and Katie Greifeld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Malpass, former President at the World Bank, joins to discuss President Trump’s economic and political priorities both domestically and abroad.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The European Union Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection, Michael McGrath, says he believes a trade agreement can be reached with the United States before August 1, when 30% tariffs are due to come into effect. He also discussed the EU’s budget announcement and data protection issues with Bloomberg’s Stephen Carroll. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

Donald Trump Jr., Trump Organization Exec VP of Development & Acquisitions + 1798 Partner and 1798 Founder Omeed Malik speak on their SPAC deal with Grab-a-Gun and taking it public on the NYSE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Banco Santander Executive Chair Ana Botin says she sees "tremendous opportunity" in the US market. Speaking with Sonali Basak on "Bloomberg Markets," Botin discusses the state of the US consumer, what she sees as upside potential in Europe and the outlook for stablecoin adoption. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

White House AI & crypto czar David Sacks speaks on the importance of the US investing in AI, data centers, and chips with Bloomberg's Ed Ludlow.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright says the US is considering creative ways to refill the nation’s depleted Strategic Petroleum Reserve as it plans to start slowly refilling the massive oil cache. He spoke to Bloomberg's Tyler Kendall See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gene Munster, Managing Partner at Deepwater Asset Management, discusses tech earnings, Mag 7 revenue growth, and Microsoft. He speaks with Bloomberg's Tom Keene and Paul Sweeney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz, and Annmarie Hordern prior to this morning's CPI data. Bessent discusses the string of soft inflation reads, trade, and the future of the Fed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor and activist Jane Fonda discusses the changes she has seen in the environment within her lifetime, and how political activism can lead to environmental change. She speaks at Bloomberg Green Seattle with Jason Kelly and Meg Szabo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fastenal CEO Dan Florness speaks on market conditions for industrials and manufacturing in the US with Bloomberg's Tim Stenovec and Norah Mulunda.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lucid Interim CEO Marc Winterhoff speaks with Bloomberg's Ed Ludlow from the new Panasonic EV Battery Plant in De Soto, Kansas. He discusses how Lucid's partnership with Panasonic allows both companies to localize their production amid tariffs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.