Dollars & Sense with Pam Cook

In today's Dollars & Sense, Pam dives into Warren Buffett’s surprising portfolio shakeup, including a massive divestment from Amazon and a new interest in traditional media. Then Dollars & Sense explores how the rise of AI is complicating the recovery of metropolitan hubs. Pam also covers Uber’s strategic push for EV infrastructure and Tesla’s forced rebranding of its "Autopilot" system in Califor...

In today's Dollars & Sense, Pam dives into the high-stakes bidding war between Netflix and Paramount as they both vie for control of Warner Brothers Discovery and how it could lead to higher subscription costs for the average viewer. She also tracks the surging stock of EV maker Rivian and celebrate a historic name change at the New York Stock Exchange. Then Pam breaks down the latest IRS data on...

In today's Dollars & Sense, Pam digs into the latest CPI report that shows inflation is cooling slightly as gas and rent prices drop, and talks to an expert who warns that many families aren’t feeling the relief yet due to the high cost of groceries. Major tech stocks are also seeing big swings as analysts worry the current AI boom might turn into a bubble. Some even fear an AI crash could be more...

Pam kicks things off with a look at how AI is transforming Wall Street, taking over tasks that used to take human analysts weeks to finish. While experts argue that real people are still needed for oversight, this tech shift could finally make professional financial advice affordable for the average investor. Then Pam breaks down a "grim" housing report showing that high prices and low supply have...

I today's Dollars & Sense, Pam gets into the January jobs report that exceeded expectations, but carried heavy downward revisions for the previous year. Then, a Texas based company secures $520 million to bring more AI-driven robots to the assembly line. The tech sector continues to feel the squeeze with new layoffs at Workday. Pam also break down the controversial new California gaming regulation...

In today's episode of Dollars & Sense, Pam dives into the intensifying corporate tug-of-war as Paramount ups the ante in its bid for Warner Brothers. While the Dow hits a historic 50,000 milestone, the labor market tells a different story with Target announcing job cuts and analysts warning of a stagnant outlook for new graduates. Pam discuses essential career advice for navigating this climate an...

In today's Dollars & Sense, Pam breaks down a wild week on Wall Street. While Bitcoin and software stocks have struggled to regain their October highs, a "huge comeback" on the indexes suggests a shift toward companies with proven value. The morning was highlighted by Jennifer Garner ringing the opening bell for the IPO of her Berkeley-based company, Once Upon a Farm. Then a financial expert expla...

In today’s Dollars & Sense, Pam discusses Bitcoin's steep slide, officially dipping below the critical $67,000 threshold. While Bob’s Discount Furniture celebrates its IPO by ringing the opening bell, the broader indices tell a grimmer story with the NASDAQ heading toward its worst three-day slump in nearly a year. In the fast-food world, Pizza Hut is preparing to shutter 250 underperforming locat...

In today’s Dollars & Sense, Pam discusses the high-stakes world of Super Bowl advertising and ask if those multi-million dollar slots are a savvy investment or merely expensive vanity projects. While the marketing world braces for the big game, Wall Street is seeing a significant shift as tech stocks slide due to heavy profit-taking and a rotation into blue-chip stability. We also highlight a hist...

In today’s Dollars & Sense, Pam dives into the surprising price cuts for avocados and Pepsi-Co drinks and snacks ahead of the big game. She also explores why fraud is hitting record highs and how seniors can protect themselves from sophisticated data-mining schemes. Then, Meta’s massive political bet on AI, the bizarre frenzy surrounding the Costco x Nike sneaker collaboration, and a luxury Valent...

In today’s Dollars & Sense, Pam reacts to the news of Kevin Warsh being named the next Federal Reserve Chairman. Meanwhile, San Francisco’s transit landscape is evolving with Waymo launching restricted self-driving operations at SFO. In the retail sector, Starbucks announced hundreds of new store openings and cozy cafe renovations. Pam also highlights Heart Health and Awareness Month, urging liste...

In today’s Dollars & Sense, Pam explores the "great disconnect" in the American economy, starting with a look at why consumers feel a squeeze that Wall Street’s billion-dollar bank profits seem to ignore. Financial advisor and "Watchdog on Wall Street" host Chris Markowski joins the studio to pull back the curtain on the latest wholesale inflation data and explain why a "booming" GDP doesn’t alway...

In today’s Dollars and Cents, Pam dives into the intensifying corporate tug-of-war between Warner Bros., Paramount’s and Netflix. Then, Alaska Airlines has placed a massive order for Boeing 737 jets, and U.S. mortgage applications dropped nearly 10% in the final weeks of 2025...and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pam Cook has your Dollars & Sense: In today’s episode, Pam breaks down the high-stakes deal to sell a 50% stake in TikTok’s U.S. operations to an investor group that includes Oracle and MGX. While tech stocks rally on the Nasdaq, OpenAI is making headlines with a massive push to raise $100 billion, potentially vaulting its valuation past other industry giants. Then a look at why your morning cup o...

Pam Cook has your Dollars & Sense: The entertainment landscape is shifting as the Warner Brothers board urges shareholders to reject a takeover bid from Paramount in favor of a deeper partnership with Netflix. Pam talks to an industry expert about the move that could redefine the future of movie theaters. FIFA is responding to fan backlash by introducing a special $60 ticket tier for the 2026 Worl...

The episode dives into the Nasdaq’s groundbreaking proposal to extend trading hours to nearly 24/7, a move money managers are comparing to the risk of 24-hour casino gambling. Pam also discusses the market's initial drop following the jobs news and hear from financial advisors who prioritize anecdotal data from small businesses. Then major corporate shifts, including Ford’s expensive pullback from...

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Pam Cook has your Dollars & Sense: The markets are split, with a disappointing Oracle earnings report pulling the NASDAQ down and raising concerns about the timeline for AI investment returns, despite the technology's architects being named Time Magazine's Person of the Year. Meanwhile, San Francisco is hoping to see an influx of cash and excitement by proposing new tax incentives to bring Hollywo...

Pam Cook has you Dollars & Sense: She covers concerns over an AI Santa experience and a security flaw discovered on the Petco website that exposed customer data. In the financial world, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve as they are widely expected to cut the federal funds rate by a quarter point—but will this mean lower rates for consumers? Plus, a look at Magnum ice cream's spin-off from Unilev...

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Pam Cook has you Dollars & Sense: First, Netflix's massive, $82 billion industry-altering acquisition of Warner Brothers, including HBO Max and key franchises like Harry Potter and Game of Thrones. We also look at the slightly lower-than-expected core inflation report and what it means for the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions next week. Finally, we explore the launch of an innovative, int...

Pam Cook has your Dollars & Sense: Prada finalizes the $1.4 billion purchase of fashion rival Versace, a deal expected to re-energize the 47-year-old brand U.S. stocks rally, fueled by tech, but pull back with the Dow and Nasdaq settling for minor gains Apple Music rolls out a new "Replay" feature to directly compete with Spotify's "Wrapped" annual recap Early holiday shopping figures show a recor...

Pam Cook has your Dollars & Sense: - Apple poised to surpass Samsung in annual phone shipments for the first time in 14 years -  Macy's rings the NYSE Opening Bell, kicking off the holiday shopping season with strong retail numbers -  Warner Music settles copyright lawsuit, partners with AI music startup Suno for licensed models -  U.S. National Parks to implement a $100 surcharge for internationa...

Pam Cook has your Dollars & Sense: Abercrombie & Fitch stock jumps 24% on strong sales Klarna launches first stablecoin, Klarna USD Google stock up on reported Meta AI chip deal Best Buy raises sales forecast on tech gift demand California's tax revenue boosted by AI boom, but caution urged Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pam Cook has your Dollars & Sense: Eli Lilly breaks $1 trillion market cap Warner Bros. bidding war (Netflix, Comcast, Paramount) Bitcoin headed for worst monthly decline since 2022 NVIDIA leases office space in San Francisco Salesforce investigates possible data breach ChatGPT launches global group chats Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices