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Episode 12: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann explores why Spirit Airlines - declaring bankruptcy for the 2nd time - desperately needs to be acquired.  Then, 10 years after its mega-merger, Kraft Heinz is breaking up - but does the market like the split?  Finally, we celebrate Warren Buffett’s recent birthday with a cheeky look at Berkshire Hathaway’s succession plan.  For a limited time, you ca...

Episode 11: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, with the markets closed for Labor Day, we listen back to a conversation with Ann and Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary - AKA Mr. Wonderful.  To start, Ann and Kevin discuss the growing speculation that the United States will create a sovereign wealth fund and what it would take to be adopted.  Next, they examine what Elon Musk is doing right across his many bus...

Episode 10: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann explores what Urban Outfitters can teach Rent The Runway about how to do clothes rental - and still satisfy shareholders. Next, we break down if trade school stocks offer one way to play AI. Finally, Ann answers your questions about economic indicators by seeing what FedEx and castrated sheep have in common!     For a limited time, you can get up to...

Episode 9: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann explores how Uber’s partnerships with thousands of dollar stores plug a gap in rural markets.  Next, we break down the purchase of Foot Locker by Dick’s Sporting Goods and why Senator Elizabeth Warren has her eyes on the deal.  Finally, Ann answers your questions about activist hedge fund investors!     For a limited time, you can get up to $10,000 wh...

Episode 8: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann explores why Williams Sonoma has a winning retail strategy and the surprising tactics it has in common with the likes of software companies.  Then, we break down how Warren Buffett’s rejection of a train merger may derail consolidation in the industry and finally, Ann explains why inclusion in  the S&P 500 is still like joining the market’s Team USA....

Episode 7: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses why we should care about quantum computing as IBM and AMD partner up in tech’s next frontier. Then, how Elon Musk and the FCC feature in AT&T’s $23 billion deal with EchoStar. Finally, why the end of Figma’s “quiet period” matters and the market numbers you need to know to wrap up your Tuesday.  For a limited time, you can get up to $10,000...

Episode 6: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann unpacks why Keurig Dr Pepper would buy the owner of Peets Coffee for $18 billion - just to break up after . Then a look at the US Government buying a 9.9% stake in Intel, why it's controversial and if a sovereign wealth fund is next. For a limited time, you can get up to $10,000 when you transfer your investment portfolio to your Public brokerage acco...

Episode 4: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses Jerome Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole - what he said versus what the market thinks it heard. Plus, what you didn’t know about Intuit and how Zoom has survived beyond the pandemic. Then Ann shares the books on her latest reading list and a sprint through the numbers you need to know to wrap up your week.  For a limited time, you can get up t...

Episode 4: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses why Walmart’s advertising business has been a hidden money-maker. Then, ESPN is launching a streaming service that has been years in the making and why a private equity company is interested in buying a software company. Next up, Chipotle is partnering with a drone company to get you your burrito bowl. Finally, the market numbers you need to...

Episode 3: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses Target’s new CEO and why an internal promotion may be a problem for the retailer. Next up, Amazon announces they will be selling used cars from Hertz and a breakdown of the latest earnings from TJX. Then, a look at the fall of tech stocks and what all of the AI headlines have to do with it. Finally, a look at notable market numbers to wrap u...

Episode 2: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann discusses what SoftBank's $2 billion investment into Intel means for the struggling chipmaker. Next up, why Best Buy is getting into the marketplace game and Ann explains why SPACs are back. Then a breakdown of which fast-casual restaurants are thriving and which are struggling. Finally, the notable market numbers you need to wrap up your Tuesday. For...

Episode 1: Welcome to Brew Markets. Today, Ann explains what Ulta’s breakup from Target could entail for the retail giant with earnings around the corner. Next, Berkshire Hathaway bets big on struggling UnitedHealthcare, what could it mean? Then, Soho House strikes a $2.7 billion deal to go private and Ozempic is slashing prices for Americans buying without insurance. Finally, the notable market n...

Brew Markets breaks down the day’s most compelling stock market stories and explores what they mean for you. Hosted by Ann Berry, an investor, board member and former CEO, the show delivers refreshing insights into trading trends and money moves, every weekday afternoon. Follow Brew Markets on social: Instagram: instagram.com/brewmarkets TikTok: tiktok.com/@brewmarkets X: x.com/brewmarkets Subscri...