The Business Show

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 In today’s episode: Meat prices continue to rise as the U.S. cattle herd hits its smallest size since the 1950s, with no quick fix in sight. Dollar General raises its full-year forecast while most retailers cut theirs, capitalizing on a shift to budget shopping amid tariff pressures. McDonald’s brings back its cult-favorite snack wraps after nearly a decade off the menu, and HP Enterprise beats e...

 In today’s episode: Campbell’s CEO says home cooking is back at pandemic-era highs — a possible warning sign for consumer spending. Meanwhile, for the first time in a generation, the U.S. office market is shrinking as conversions outpace new construction. Neuralink raises $650 million to accelerate its brain-computer interface tech, signaling investor confidence in the future of neurotech. Finall...

 In today’s episode, we break down five game-changing stories: GameStop shocks Wall Street with a $500 million Bitcoin buy, transforming its balance sheet as it struggles in retail. Sanofi makes a strategic $9.5 billion acquisition of Blueprint Medicines to boost its rare disease and immunology portfolio. Airlines are turning business class into a battleground of luxury — think doors, caviar, and...

In this episode, we break down five of the week’s most important business headlines: The Fed braces for another inflation report as core prices remain sticky and Trump-era tariffs loom. Costco beats expectations thanks to its discount model and strategic tariff planning, while Dell sees record AI server demand drive revenue gains despite a slight earnings miss. Apple reportedly plans a major softw...

In today’s episode of The Business Show, United Airlines plots a long-awaited return to JFK via a new loyalty-based partnership with JetBlue. A stunning data breach exposes over 184 million plaintext credentials tied to tech giants like Google and Facebook, sparking urgent cybersecurity concerns. Meanwhile, dessert wars heat up as Van Leeuwen ice cream races ahead of Crumbl in growth. Mortgage rat...

 Disney’s Lilo & Stitch and Tom Cruise’s final Mission: Impossible installment just delivered the biggest Memorial Day weekend in box office history, raking in over half a billion globally. Meanwhile, Macy’s cut its profit outlook amid Trump-era tariffs and slower discretionary spending, even as its restructuring shows early promise. JPMorgan is launching luxury branches to attract high-net-worth...

Student loan delinquencies are now so widespread that they’ve knocked down the U.S. average credit score for only the second time in a decade. Salesforce is doubling down on enterprise AI with its $8B acquisition of Informatica. Meanwhile, Southwest is ending its “bags fly free” policy after 50+ years and rolling out a major fare overhaul. McDonald’s is closing its Gen Z-focused CosMc’s stores, th...

 In today’s episode, Klarna reports a 17% spike in credit losses, highlighting growing risks in the buy now, pay later market as more users rely on installment loans for necessities. New Census data shows a long-term shift toward renting across all age groups, with high housing costs pushing even retirees away from homeownership. AMC is slashing ticket prices by 50% on Wednesdays to revive midweek...

 In today’s episode, Walmart announces 1,500 job cuts across its tech and e-commerce divisions in a move to simplify operations amid rising tariff pressures. Nike is also reacting to new trade duties by raising prices on adult shoes and gear, while keeping kids’ products flat to maintain affordability. The Senate passes the No Tax on Tips Act 100–0, though experts question its limited financial im...

 Target missed earnings expectations and now forecasts a full-year sales decline amid weak consumer spending, political backlash, and tariff headwinds; mortgage rates spiked to 6.92%, slashing application volume by 5.1%; Google announced a $249.99/month “AI Ultra” subscription and a smart glasses partnership with Warby Parker; Elon Musk confirmed Tesla will launch robotaxis in Austin by June, mark...

 Markets are reacting to a wave of big moves: Home Depot isn’t raising prices despite tariffs, leaning on scale and supply chain shifts to protect margins. The Senate just advanced a bill that would regulate stablecoins, signaling long-awaited clarity for crypto. 23andMe, once a $6B darling of the DNA testing world, was sold for $256M to Regeneron in a bankruptcy-driven pivot to pharma. Mortgage r...

In today’s episode of The Business Show, Charter and Cox strike a $34.5 billion mega-merger to reshape broadband. Walmart warns shoppers of price hikes as new tariffs roll in. Nvidia unveils humanoid robots and cutting-edge AI infrastructure at Computex. Qatar Airways posts record profits, and Moody’s downgrade revives fears over America’s debt outlook. Here’s what we’re covering: Charter and Cox...

In this episode of The Business Show, markets rally as inflation cools and trade tensions ease. Plus, Airbnb expands into full-service travel, Apple dives into mind-control tech, and GM unveils a game-changing EV battery. Also, McDonald’s launches a massive summer hiring spree, and Walgreens shuts dozens of stores in a major retail shake-up. 🚀 Loving the show? Leave a 5-star rating & review on Ap...

 In today’s episode of The Business Show, we’re covering the five biggest stories in business and markets: Walmart beats earnings but warns price hikes are coming thanks to tariffs on Chinese goods. eToro makes a splashy Nasdaq debut, soaring 29% and reviving interest in tech IPOs. Boeing secures a massive 210-jet deal with Qatar Airways, signaling confidence despite past turbulence. Foot Locker s...

 In today’s episode of The Business Show, Microsoft cuts 6,000 jobs in a major restructuring move, Kraft Heinz announces a $3 billion factory upgrade to combat rising costs and tariffs, and Chime files to go public while distancing itself from being seen as a bank. American Eagle Outfitters pulls its outlook after weak quarterly results, and a growing concern is echoing through Silicon Valley: has...

 In today’s episode of The Business Show, we break down the biggest economic and corporate headlines shaping your money. Markets soar as the U.S. and China agree to a 90-day tariff truce, but inflation data looms. Trump signs a bold executive order to slash drug prices by tying them to international rates. UnitedHealth suspends its 2025 guidance and replaces its CEO after a surprise departure. Kri...

 In today’s episode of The Business Show, the U.S. and China reach a 90-day tariff truce, giving global markets a breather — but Trump’s broader trade strategy remains unpredictable. Walgreens is going all-in on robot pharmacists to streamline operations and prep for a $10B privatization. Fox beats revenue estimates with a record-setting Super Bowl ad surge. AB InBev announces a $300 million inves...

 In today’s episode of The Business Show, Bitcoin cracks $100K on renewed trade optimism. Amazon takes on Chewy and Walmart by adding pet prescriptions to its online pharmacy. The IRS loses nearly a third of its tax auditors as Musk-led government cuts reshape enforcement. NBA star Russell Westbrook steps into AI with a funeral planning startup aimed at easing end-of-life logistics. And WeightWatc...

In today’s episode of The Business Show, CrowdStrike announces 500 layoffs as it leans into AI-driven efficiencies, reigniting the debate over tech jobs and automation. The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid inflation concerns and tariff uncertainty. Used car prices are rising sharply as consumers scramble ahead of potential auto tariffs. Netflix unveils a major redesign of its TV ap...

In today’s episode of The Business Show, Uber posts mixed Q1 results and faces employee backlash over new office rules. Disney announces plans for a new theme park and resort in Abu Dhabi, expanding its global footprint. Rite Aid files for bankruptcy again, citing debt and competitive pressure. Mortgage demand spikes as rates tick down, showing renewed interest in homebuying. Plus, the IRS raises...

 In today’s episode of The Business Show, DoorDash announces two major acquisitions while missing revenue expectations. Palantir posts strong AI-driven growth but still disappoints investors. OpenAI says it will remain under nonprofit control amid legal and public scrutiny. Ford pulls its 2025 guidance due to tariff concerns and supply chain risks. And student loan defaults are hammering credit sc...

In today’s episode of The Business Show, Warren Buffett announces his retirement and slams Trump’s tariffs after a rough earnings quarter. Streaming stocks fall after Trump targets foreign-made films with a proposed 100% tariff. Retail brands start using tariff fear as a marketing strategy to drive urgency. Investors are watching Ford and Palantir earnings closely amid AI growth and auto tariff ri...

In this episode of The Business Show, we’re tracking the top money headlines shaping the markets and your wallet. Bitcoin is making a run at $100K again, Amazon posts a solid quarter but faces political heat, and 72% of retirees say their retirement is going as planned — here's what they’re doing right. Plus, Airbnb’s slowing guidance sends shares down, and the Social Security card is finally goin...

 In today’s episode of The Business Show, we’re covering a massive week in tech: Microsoft and Meta deliver earnings blowouts, Amazon invests $4 billion to speed up rural deliveries, and Apple lands in legal hot water over its App Store practices. Plus, McDonald’s reports disappointing U.S. sales, and Meta ramps up its AI infrastructure spending. Get the headlines, the context, and what it means f...