Becker Private Equity & Business Podcast

In this episode, Scott Becker emphasizes the importance of saying “that’s not in my budget right now” and the idea that while getting rich takes skill, staying rich takes restraint.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights sharp declines in Coinbase, Roku, and Columbia, each dropping over 12%, while Wayfair stands out as a winner with a strong second quarter driving its stock up more than 12%.

This episode covers five key market stories, including early signs of recovery driven by job data, challenges at Amazon, Tesla’s $29 billion bonus grant to Elon Musk, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker challenges the idea that success is primarily due to having the best coaches or tutors, arguing that natural talent, hard work, and preparation play a much bigger role than often credited.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines the sharp downturn of three healthcare powerhouses

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Amazon’s 8% stock drop, disappointing earnings, and concerns over its shifting identity from tech leader to retail-heavy giant.

In this episode, Scott discusses the ups and downs of launching a new business venture, writing books, and navigating the frustrating realities of administration and growth.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares a humorous and honest reflection on his ongoing quest to improve at golf.

In this episode, Scott Becker analyzes the growing divide within the Magnificent 7.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares seven key business stories, including a weakening US labor market, steep market drops, major investor interest in OpenAI, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares updates on major stock movements from companies like Wingstop, Avis, Peloton, Microsoft, and Palantir, while also weighing in on Fed rate decisions and public opinion polls.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers today’s market upswing, highlighting strong earnings reports from Microsoft and Meta Platforms.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the booming U.S. putter market, highlighting how millions of golfers chase performance through equipment rather than practice.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the importance of empathy in leadership, business, and personal interactions.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights five notable stock movers.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares eight key business stories, including Starbucks’ improving outlook despite sales declines, the Fed’s rate strategy, growing debt issues even among top earners, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares insights on how long-term success often stems from finding a professional environment where you’re happy and can thrive.

In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the difference a simple daily list can make, sharing how a lack of planning led to a frazzled and unproductive day.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights the importance of key collaborators in business and pays tribute to producer Chanell Bunger.

In this episode, Scott Becker examines UnitedHealthcare’s recent 5% stock drop and its broader 47% year-to-date decline, driven by rising medical loss ratios and a Department of Justice investigation.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses how Novo Nordisk’s once-explosive profits are being challenged by increased market competition and reduced growth forecasts, leading to a sharp stock decline.

In this episode, Scott Becker highlights five publicly traded companies experiencing significant downturns, including Novo Nordisk, UnitedHealthcare, Spotify, UPS, and Stellantis.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the dangers of funding a lifestyle with debt and emphasizes the importance of financial discipline.

In this lighthearted episode, Scott Becker shares frustrations from a weekend golf tournament.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares two reflections on capitalism.