Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the latest government shutdown, its limited impact on the markets, and the challenges in Congress to reach a budget deal.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares insights into 15 headlines shaping business and the economy today.

In this episode, Chris Ober and Holden Godat, Managing Directors at VMG Health, join the podcast to share insights on fair market value in healthcare transactions, regulatory compliance, and post-deal financial oversight. They discuss how investors can mitigate risks, strengthen provider retention, and prepare for successful exits. This episode is sponsored by VMG Health.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the impact of expiring $7,500 EV tax credits on electric vehicle sales.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Starbucks’ global footprint and recent store closures.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights three key stories.

In this episode, Mark Brodson, President and Managing Broker of Resource Commercial Advisors, shares how his firm helps healthcare providers, including DSOs and direct primary care practices, navigate real estate from site selection to lease management.

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down the difference between being in the top 1%  with a net worth of $13.2 million and the ultra-wealthy holding $100 million or more.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on three of his personal stock holdings that have recently underperformed.

In this episode, Scott Becker emphasizes the importance of using your 20s and 30s to build financial security and career momentum.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares updates on the looming government shutdown, record-high household exposure to the stock market, the surge of private equity funds, and more.

IIn this episode recorded live at the McGuireWoods Healthcare Growth & Operations conference, Dr. Adam Shapiro, CEO of Foot & Ankle Associates, shares how he built the largest independent podiatry practice in the Carolinas, his patient-first approach, and strategies for expanding into a comprehensive lower extremity health platform while maintaining physician well-being and excellent care.

In this episode recorded live at the McGuireWoods Healthcare Growth & Operations conference, Stephen Older, Partner and co-chair of the Capital Markets subgroup at McGuireWoods, joins the Becker Business and Private Equity Podcast to discuss trends in life sciences funding, IPO activity, and his approach to leadership and mentorship in law and business.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses Intel’s dramatic 80%  year-to-date rise, fueled by government support, strategic partnerships, and renewed leadership focus on U.S. chip manufacturing.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines why private equity returns have stagnated in recent years.

In this episode recorded live at the McGuireWoods Healthcare Growth & Operations conference, Bart Walker, Partner at McGuireWoods and leader of the firm’s Charlotte healthcare practice, shares lessons from two decades in healthcare M&A, his advice for emerging professionals, and how he balances a thriving legal career with raising eight children and supporting their diverse […]

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a humorous story about a dinner with younger colleagues.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a personal reflection on embracing challenges with gratitude.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores RH’s ongoing financial troubles.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the latest PCE report showing inflation at 2.7% for August and why it matters to the Fed’s interest rate decisions.

Today, Scott shares stats on companies worth watching, including Alibaba and Opendoor Technologies.

In this episode, Scott shares three stocks to follow, including Astera Labs, Tesla, and KKR.

In this episode, Scott discusses stories he’s following today, including the markets taking it on the chin with the current interest rate environment, the state of Starbucks, and more.

In this episode, Holly Buckley, Chair of Healthcare at McGuireWoods discusses the rise of AI and health IT, growing interest in women’s health and longevity medicine, and why efficiency and value creation are defining today’s transactions.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights the Cleveland Guardians’ late-season surge, the Browns’ upset victory over the Packers, and a standout golf performance by David Stafman.