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CBS EYE ON THE WORLD WITH JOHN BATCHELOR 1920 FLORA MARTIN ACTRESS 9-16-2025 FIRST HOUR GOOD EVENING. THE SHOW BEGINS AT THE FEDERAL RESERVE... 9-915 HEADLINE: Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations, US Economic Nuances, and Trump's Business Reforms GUEST NAME: Elizabeth Peek SUMMARY: Elizabeth Peek predicts a 25 basis point Federal Reserve interest rate cut, analyzing the US's "two-tier economy" with strong high-end spending contrasting with lower-income struggles. She supports Donald Trump'sproposals for less frequent corporate reporting and limiting shareholder lawsuits to counter short-termism. Peek also links the US immigration situation to Europe's "remigration" protests, highlighting shared concerns over migrant costs, safety, and assimilation, and European interest in strict US immigration policies. 915-930 HEADLINE: Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations, US Economic Nuances, and Trump's Business Reforms GUEST NAME: Elizabeth Peek SUMMARY: Elizabeth Peek predicts a 25 basis point Federal Reserve interest rate cut, analyzing the US's "two-tier economy" with strong high-end spending contrasting with lower-income struggles. She supports Donald Trump'sproposals for less frequent corporate reporting and limiting shareholder lawsuits to counter short-termism. Peek also links the US immigration situation to Europe's "remigration" protests, highlighting shared concerns over migrant costs, safety, and assimilation, and European interest in strict US immigration policies. 930-945 HEADLINE: German Far-Right Surges, European Populism on the Rise, and France's Instability GUEST NAME: Judy Dempsey SUMMARY: Judy Dempsey details the Alternative for Germany's (AfD) significant electoral gains in North Rhine-Westphalia, signifying a broader European surge in populism and anti-immigration sentiment, affecting Germany, France, and the UK. She notes discontent among de-industrialized voters, challenges in the German economy, and Elon Musk's unpopularity. Dempsey also describes France's governmental instability and the potential for US migration policies to exacerbate European anti-immigrant feelings. 945-1000 HEADLINE: German Far-Right Surges, European Populism on the Rise, and France's Instability GUEST NAME: Judy Dempsey SUMMARY: Judy Dempsey details the Alternative for Germany's (AfD) significant electoral gains in North Rhine-Westphalia, signifying a broader European surge in populism and anti-immigration sentiment, affecting Germany, France, and the UK. She notes discontent among de-industrialized voters, challenges in the German economy, and Elon Musk's unpopularity. Dempsey also describes France's governmental instability and the potential for US migration policies to exacerbate European anti-immigrant feelings. SECOND HOUR 1000-1015 HEADLINE: Europe's Fading Net Zero Ambitions and the Rise of Anti-Immigration Sentiment GUEST NAME: Joseph Sternberg SUMMARY: Joseph Sternberg highlights Europe's growing disillusionment with net-zero climate policies, driven by escalating costs and voters' unwillingness for lifestyle sacrifices. He notes the German Green Party's decline and the rise of populist, anti-climate parties like AfD. Sternberg also details Britain's "remigration" movement, a massive anti-immigration protest reflecting widespread discontent with government migration policies and perceived lack of patriotism. 1015-1030 HEADLINE: Europe's Fading Net Zero Ambitions and the Rise of Anti-Immigration Sentiment GUEST NAME: Joseph Sternberg SUMMARY: Joseph Sternberg highlights Europe's growing disillusionment with net-zero climate policies, driven by escalating costs and voters' unwillingness for lifestyle sacrifices. He notes the German Green Party's decline and the rise of populist, anti-climate parties like AfD. Sternberg also details Britain's "remigration" movement, a massive anti-immigration protest reflecting widespread discontent with government migration policies and perceived lack of patriotism. 1030-1045 HEADLINE: Failed Israeli Strike in Doha, Qatar's Terror Support, and Gaza Offensive GUEST NAME: Jonathan Schanzer SUMMARY: Jonathan Schanzer analyzes Israel's failed strike on Hamas leadership in Doha, attributing it to Hamas'sunwillingness for a hostage deal. He criticizes Qatar's role as a financial and political patron for numerous terror groups, questioning international inaction. Schanzer discusses the IDF's Gaza City offensive, emphasizing its necessity to defeat Hamas despite humanitarian concerns, and notes the "dissonance" of al-Sharaa (Al-Qaeda) speaking at the UN. 1045-1100 HEADLINE: Failed Israeli Strike in Doha, Qatar's Terror Support, and Gaza Offensive GUEST NAME: Jonathan Schanzer SUMMARY: Jonathan Schanzer analyzes Israel's failed strike on Hamas leadership in Doha, attributing it to Hamas'sunwillingness for a hostage deal. He criticizes Qatar's role as a financial and political patron for numerous terror groups, questioning international inaction. Schanzer discusses the IDF's Gaza City offensive, emphasizing its necessity to defeat Hamas despite humanitarian concerns, and notes the "dissonance" of al-Sharaa (Al-Qaeda) speaking at the UN. THIRD HOUR 1100-1115 HEADLINE: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills, ISIS in West Africa, and European Political Turmoil GUEST NAME: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley reports on routine Russia-Belarus nuclear drills and provocative Russian drone activity near Poland. He details aggressive ISIS operations in West Africa, critiquing Nigeria's President Tinubu. Copleyhighlights surging populism and anti-immigrant sentiment across Europe, exemplified by a massive London "remigration" rally. He also discusses King Charles's potential constitutional role in addressing Britain's political crisis.1115-1130 HEADLINE: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills, ISIS in West Africa, and European Political Turmoil GUEST NAME: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley reports on routine Russia-Belarus nuclear drills and provocative Russian drone activity near Poland. He details aggressive ISIS operations in West Africa, critiquing Nigeria's President Tinubu. Copleyhighlights surging populism and anti-immigrant sentiment across Europe, exemplified by a massive London "remigration" rally. He also discusses King Charles's potential constitutional role in addressing Britain's political crisis.1130-1145 HEADLINE: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills, ISIS in West Africa, and European Political Turmoil GUEST NAME: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley reports on routine Russia-Belarus nuclear drills and provocative Russian drone activity near Poland. He details aggressive ISIS operations in West Africa, critiquing Nigeria's President Tinubu. Copleyhighlights surging populism and anti-immigrant sentiment across Europe, exemplified by a massive London "remigration" rally. He also discusses King Charles's potential constitutional role in addressing Britain's political crisis.1145-1200 HEADLINE: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills, ISIS in West Africa, and European Political Turmoil GUEST NAME: Gregory Copley SUMMARY: Gregory Copley reports on routine Russia-Belarus nuclear drills and provocative Russian drone activity near Poland. He details aggressive ISIS operations in West Africa, critiquing Nigeria's President Tinubu. Copleyhighlights surging populism and anti-immigrant sentiment across Europe, exemplified by a massive London "remigration" rally. He also discusses King Charles's potential constitutional role in addressing Britain's political crisis. FOURTH HOUR 12-1215 HEADLINE: IDF Launches Gaza Ground Offensive; Hamas, Qatar, and UN Dynamics GUEST NAME: David Daoud SUMMARY: David Daoud analyzes the IDF's ground offensive in Gaza City targeting Hamas, noting urban warfare challenges and international implications. He discusses Gazans' reluctance to evacuate and a failed Israeli strike on Hamas leadership in Doha. Daoud also expresses concern about al-Sharaa, an Al-Qaeda figure, addressing the UN General Assembly, highlighting the international community's willingness to "turn a blind eye" for political expediency. 1215-1230 HEADLINE: IDF Launches Gaza Ground Offensive; Hamas, Qatar, and UN Dynamics GUEST NAME: David Daoud SUMMARY: David Daoud analyzes the IDF's ground offensive in Gaza City targeting Hamas, noting urban warfare challenges and international implications. He discusses Gazans' reluctance to evacuate and a failed Israeli strike on Hamas leadership in Doha. Daoud also expresses concern about al-Sharaa, an Al-Qaeda figure, addressing the UN General Assembly, highlighting the international community's willingness to "turn a blind eye" for political expediency. 1230-1245 HEADLINE: NASA Budget Debates, SpaceX Reliability, and International Space Updates GUEST NAME: Bob Zimmerman SUMMARY: Bob Zimmerman discusses Trump administration's NASA budget cuts, Congress's push to restore funding for missions like Chandra and New Horizons. He also covers a SpaceX Starlink outage, Russia's shrinking space program, and the commercial space sector's growth. Zimmerman expresses skepticism about new sunspot predictions and explains M82 galaxy's star-forming activity. 1245-100 AM HEADLINE: NASA Budget Debates, SpaceX Reliability, and International Space Updates GUEST NAME: Bob Zimmerman SUMMARY: Bob Zimmerman discusses Trump administration's NASA budget cuts, Congress's push to restore funding for missions like Chandra and New Horizons. He also covers a SpaceX Starlink outage, Russia's shrinking space program, and the commercial space sector's growth. Zimmerman expresses skepticism about new sunspot predictions and explains M82 galaxy's star-forming activity.
Aaron McIntire breaks down the formal charges against Tyler Robinson in the shocking assassination of conservative influencer Charlie Kirk, including aggravating factors tied to political motives. He also covers the New York judge's decision to drop terrorism charges against Luigi Mangione, the alleged UnitedHealthcare CEO killer, while critiquing the rationale. Additional segments include FBI Director Kash Patel defending physical fitness standards amid gender debates, economic insights on the Federal Reserve's expected rate cut, Trump's jab at Gavin Newsom's wildfire recovery policies, Fani Willis's permanent removal from the Georgia election case, and Senator Eric Schmitt's fiery Senate speech rejecting unity with those glorifying political violence. The show wraps with air analysis on confronting evil without naivety. AM Update, Charlie Kirk assassination, Tyler Robinson charges, Luigi Mangione, UnitedHealthcare CEO, terrorism charges dropped, political violence, FBI fitness standards, Federal Reserve rate cut, Gavin Newsom wildfires, Fani Willis Georgia case, Eric Schmitt unity speech, conservative commentary, Trump policies
Utah prosecutors have announced their intention to seek the death penalty for the suspect accused of assassinating Charlie Kirk, following the filing of seven charges, including aggravated murder. FOX News contributor and former federal prosecutor Andy McCarthy joins the Rundown to discuss the evidence against the alleged shooter and the challenges prosecutors encounter when pursuing the death penalty.The Federal Reserve is expected to announce a rate cut this afternoon when it wraps up its two-day meeting. Former JP Morgan Chase Chief Economist Anthony Chan joins the Rundown to discuss the Fed's decision, the impact of new tariffs on inflation and consumer prices, and the factors behind the recent slowdown in the labor market.Plus, Commentary from former Vice President Mike Pence Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Guy Adami is joined by Peter Boockvar to discuss the ramifications of the Federal Reserve's interest rate cuts and market trends. The conversation covers factors influencing stock, bond, and metals markets, including the Fed's motives behind rate cuts, the labor market, and inflation dynamics. They delve into political influences within the Fed and the potential for further economic deceleration. Additionally, they examine the global economic landscape, including central bank actions in the UK and Japan, foreign trade impacts, and US home builder market challenges. The episode concludes with insights on the importance of economic data and historical market patterns. Checkout 'The Boock Report' —FOLLOW USYouTube: @RiskReversalMediaInstagram: @riskreversalmediaTwitter: @RiskReversalLinkedIn: RiskReversal Media
A new era is underway at the Federal Reserve — but not everyone is cheering. Anna and Jake break down today's expected rate cut, the unusual dual role of Stephen Miran and the high-stakes fight over Lisa Cook's future at the Fed. Plus: Democrats are rolling out their counteroffer in the government funding showdown. Can it change the shutdown math? Punchbowl News is on YouTube! Subscribe to our channel today to see all the new ways we're investing in video. Want more in-depth daily coverage from Congress? Subscribe to our free Punchbowl News AM newsletter at punchbowl.news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Chinese authorities have reportedly told the country's tech companies to stop buying chips from Nvidia, mortgage rates are dropping sharply ahead of today's highly anticipated Federal Reserve rate decision, Ben & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield has quit his namesake company, Baidu shares are jumping, and Costco has recalled bottles of its house brand prosecco. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Ahead of the Federal Reserve's rate decision, Becky Quick and Joe Kernen consider monetary policy's impact on the equity markets. House Speaker Mike Johnson underscores his hope that the central bank will cut interest rates this week, and he also discusses the President's deadline extension for TikTok, ongoing trade talks with China, government funding, and the death of Charlie Kirk. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrived at Windsor Castle today, where they were greeted with King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince William, and Kate Middleton, as well as an extensive parade. President Emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations Richard Haass explains that regardless of the rare visit and special welcome, the United States has shifted its posture toward allies, including the UK. Plus, Stubhub makes its IPO today. Richard Haass - 17:54Speaker Mike Johnson - 27:59 In this episode: Mike Johnson, @SpeakerJohnsonJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Bioneers: Revolution From the Heart of Nature | Bioneers Radio Series
In this moment of radical transformation, shifting the societal pronoun from “me, me, me” to “we” may be the single most transformational pivot we can make in order for anything else to work. Our destiny is ultimately collective. How can we overcome corrosive divisions and separations that are tearing us apart and create a world where everyone belongs? In this program, we dip into a deep conversation on this topic between Angela Glover Blackwell and john a. powell, two long-time friends and leaders in a quest toward building a multicultural democracy. Featuring Angela Glover Blackwell is Founder-in-Residence at PolicyLink, the organization she started in 1999 to advance racial and economic equity. One of the nation's most prominent, award-winning social justice advocates, she serves on numerous boards and advisory councils, including the inaugural Community Advisory Council of the Federal Reserve and California's Task Force on Business and Jobs Recovery. john a. powell is the Director of the Othering and Belonging Institute and Professor of Law, African American, and Ethnic Studies at UC Berkeley. A former National Legal Director of the ACLU, he co-founded the Poverty & Race Research Action Council and serves on the boards of several national and international organizations. His latest book is: Racing to Justice: Transforming our Concepts of Self and Other to Build an Inclusive Society. Resources From Othering to Belonging | Bioneers 2022 Panel Discussion with Angela Glover Blackwell and john a. powell Angela Glover Blackwell – Transformative Solidarity for a Thriving Multiracial Democracy | Bioneers 2022 Keynote Address john a. powell – Healing Across Divides: Building Bridges to Challenge Systemic Injustice | Bioneers 2020 Keynote Address Credits Executive Producer: Kenny Ausubel Written by: Kenny Ausubel Senior Producer and Station Relations: Stephanie Welch Program Engineer and Music Supervisor: Emily Harris Host and Consulting Producer: Neil Harvey Producer: Teo Grossman Production Assistance: Anna Rubanova and Monica Lopez This is an episode of the Bioneers: Revolution from the Heart of Nature series. Visit the radio and podcast homepage to learn more.
Leanna Byrne looks ahead to the U.S. Federal Reserve meeting on interest rates — will it deliver the first cut of 2025? We also explore how the soaring cost of tomatoes is adding to America's food inflation and stretching household budgets. And after nearly half a century, Ben & Jerry's co-founder Jerry Greenfield parts ways with the ice cream maker, intensifying its dispute with parent company Unilever.
The Federal Reserve expected to cut rates by a quarter-point... we break down the market impact, Trump's feud with Lisa Cook, and whether lower interest rates can re-energize the housing market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Vice President JD Vance calls Charlie Kirk's death personal and political, vowing to target groups he blames for fueling violence. FBI Director Kash Patel faces senators after his tweets during the Kirk investigation raised questions about his leadership. And the Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates as President Trump reshapes the central bank's governing board.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Roberta Rampton, Ana Yukhananov, Rafael Nam, Mohamad ElBardicy, and Olivia HamptonIt was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Christopher Thomas.We get engineering support from Stacey Abbott. And our technical director is Carleigh Strange.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
The Federal Reserve is expected to make a modest cut to interest rates this week of about a quarter or half a percentage point. President Trump, however, believes they should take a far more aggressive approach: a 3-percentage point cut. Today on the show, we examine what a 3-percentage point cut would actually look like, and why that outcome would likely backfire on the president. Related episodes: It's hard out there for a Fed chair Should presidents have more of a say in interest rates? Can the Federal Reserve stay independent? For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, subscribe to Planet Money+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Fact-checking by Sierra Juarez. Music by Drop Electric. Find us: TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Newsletter. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy
The Federal Reserve faces a pivotal choice this week: cut interest rates to boost a cooling labor market, or hold firm to keep inflation in check. WSJ's Nick Timiraos breaks down the Fed's debate and high-stakes maneuvering as President Trump pushes to expand his influence over the central bank. Ryan Knutson hosts. Further Listening:- The Federal Reserve Under Siege- Who Will Be the Next Fed Chair? Maybe KevinSign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Since the coronavirus pandemic, the United States economy has been in flux. While high inflation has slowly cooled off in recent years, consumers are still feeling the pressures of a weak job market and rising prices at the grocery store. Now the Federal Reserve looks to be taking matters into its own hands; Fed watchers expect the United States' central bank to cut interest rates tomorrow. A cut could make it easier for consumers and businesses looking to borrow money and purchase goods. President Donald Trump has also been pressuring the Fed to cut rates for months.Washington Post financial writer David J. Lynch joins “Post Reports” to discuss the economic headwinds that the Federal Reserve is attempting to weather by cutting interest rates and how this is connected to Trump's efforts to revitalize American manufacturing. You can find David's new book, “The World's Worst Bet: How the Globalization Gamble Went Wrong (And What Would Make It Right),” here.Today's show was produced by Laura Benshoff with help from Lucas Trevor. It was mixed by Sam Bair. And edited by Ariel Plotnick. Thanks to Jen Liberto.Subscribe to The Washington Post here.
#643: Picture this: you're at the Federal Reserve years ago. The chairman literally hangs up a conference call, waits 30 minutes, then calls back — suddenly everyone agrees on the rate decision. That's the kind of insider story Karsten Jeske (“Big ERN”) shares when he joins us to break down what's happening with the economy right now. Karsten worked at the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta for eight years, then spent a decade on Wall Street at Bank of New York Mellon. Today he runs the popular Early Retirement Now website, where he applies his economist background to help people understand money and markets. You'll hear Karsten explain why the Fed is about to start cutting interest rates. The futures markets are pricing in a 90 percent chance of a quarter-point cut, with more cuts likely through the end of the year. But why? After all, inflation just ticked up in the latest CPI report, yet the Fed is still planning to lower rates. We dive into how this affects real people. If you're thinking about buying or selling a house, Karsten suggests acting sooner rather than later. He explains the "buy the rumor, sell the news" principle – the bond market may have already priced in the good news about rate cuts, so waiting might not help you. The conversation covers some surprising economics too. Did you know that high interest rates can actually cause housing inflation? When mortgage rates are expensive, fewer people build new homes, which drives up prices. It's the opposite of what most people think happens. Karsten walks through the recent jobs report revisions that caught everyone off guard. The government had to subtract nearly a million jobs from their previous estimates. He explains how this happens – it's not that officials are making up numbers, but tracking new businesses is genuinely hard to do in real time. You'll also learn about two Fed tools most people haven't heard of: the dot plot and R-star. The dot plot shows where Fed officials think interest rates should go over time. R-star represents the theoretical perfect interest rate when the economy has no problems — currently around 3 percent. The interview wraps up with Carsten's take on Fed culture. The consensus-building era under Greenspan is giving way to more dissenting votes, which actually makes the central bank more like it was decades ago under Paul Volcker. Enjoy! Timestamps: Note: Timestamps will vary on individual listening devices based on dynamic advertising run times. The provided timestamps are approximate and may be several minutes off due to changing ad lengths. (0:00) Podcast introduction and guest background Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is participating in the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision making this week, because Trump lost 2-1 in a federal appellate court who have blocked her removal on an emergency basis. But what will the MAGA wing of the Supreme Court do about it next? Michael Popok breaks it all down on his latest hot take. Done With Debt: Visit https://DoneWithDebt.com and talk to a strategist for FREE! Visit https://meidasplus.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/meidastouch-podcast Legal AF: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/legal-af MissTrial: https://meidasnews.com/tag/miss-trial The PoliticsGirl Podcast: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-politicsgirl-podcast The Influence Continuum: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-influence-continuum-with-dr-steven-hassan Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/mea-culpa-with-michael-cohen The Weekend Show: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/the-weekend-show Burn the Boats: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/burn-the-boats Majority 54: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/majority-54 Political Beatdown: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/political-beatdown On Democracy with FP Wellman: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/on-democracy-with-fpwellman Uncovered: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/maga-uncovered Coalition of the Sane: https://meidasnews.com/tag/coalition-of-the-sane Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
A.M. Edition for Sept. 16. The Federal Reserve is meeting amid unprecedented pressure from President Trump to cut interest rates more than expected. The WSJ's Matt Grossman explains how the Fed is facing an almost impossible balancing act, amid a weakening jobs market and rising inflation. Plus, the U.S. strikes another boat in its push against drug trafficking, killing 3 people. And, Israel launches a long-anticipated ground offensive into Gaza City. Caitlin McCabe hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HEADLINE: Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations, US Economic Nuances, and Trump's Business Reforms GUEST NAME: Elizabeth Peek SUMMARY: Elizabeth Peek predicts a 25 basis point Federal Reserve interest rate cut, analyzing the US's "two-tier economy" with strong high-end spending contrasting with lower-income struggles. She supports Donald Trump'sproposals for less frequent corporate reporting and limiting shareholder lawsuits to counter short-termism. Peek also links the US immigration situation to Europe's "remigration" protests, highlighting shared concerns over migrant costs, safety, and assimilation, and European interest in strict US immigration policies. 1920 FORDS
CONTINUED HEADLINE: Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations, US Economic Nuances, and Trump's Business Reforms GUEST NAME: Elizabeth Peek SUMMARY: Elizabeth Peek predicts a 25 basis point Federal Reserve interest rate cut, analyzing the US's "two-tier economy" with strong high-end spending contrasting with lower-income struggles. She supports Donald Trump'sproposals for less frequent corporate reporting and limiting shareholder lawsuits to counter short-termism. Peek also links the US immigration situation to Europe's "remigration" protests, highlighting shared concerns over migrant costs, safety, and assimilation, and European interest in strict US immigration policies. 1920 INA CLAIRE ACTRESS (1892-1984)
I joined "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" to preview the Federal Reserve's September meeting amid the Trump administration's push for the agency to lower interest rates. Have a money question? Email us here Subscribe to Jill on Money LIVE Subscribe to Jill on Money Newsletter YouTube: @jillonmoney Instagram: @jillonmoney Twitter: @jillonmoney "Jill on Money" theme music is by Joel Goodman, www.joelgoodman.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tuesday on the News Hour, FBI Director Kash Patel defends his record on the investigation into Charlie Kirk’s murder and the firings of career officials. The Federal Reserve is set to meet with a newly confirmed Trump ally and a board member the president is trying to fire. Plus, former Sen. Joe Manchin on his new memoir and whether polarization has killed the political center. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
In this episode, we will analyze a new Federal Reserve report that reveals how AI is quietly influencing hiring for jobs requiring a college degree (and why this trend of scaled-back hiring is expected to accelerate in the coming months). Today's Stocks & Topics: CMG - Chipotle Mexican Grill, Market Wrap, MRK - Merck & Co. Inc., The AI Job Paradox: Why AI Isn't Causing Layoffs, It's Hiding Hiring Cuts, VT - Vanguard Total World Stock ETF, Cash Allocation, New Trade: Running Hot, MORN - Morningstar Inc., SFM - Sprouts Farmers Market Inc., LULU - Lululemon Athletica Inc., The Labor Market.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/INVEST* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Public companies report their earnings every three months, giving investors and the public regular snapshots of how business is going. But President Trump wants to see fewer of those reports. In a social media post on Monday, he said companies should report just twice a year instead of quarterly. Susan Schmidt, a portfolio manager at Exchange Capital Resources — and one of the folks who is often looking at those reports — joins us to weigh in.Plus, the Federal Reserve kicks off a two-day meeting on interest rates, and we take a closer look at efforts in South Africa, Kenya and Nigeria to develop more AI products in African languages.
Guy Adami and Liz Thomas bring you an in-depth analysis of the United States stock market hitting an all-time high, bond yields, and anticipated Federal Reserve rate cuts. They explore the likelihood of a 50 basis point cut and the Fed's challenge in explaining such a move. The discussion includes comparisons to last year's market conditions, the labor market, and the importance of the Fed's upcoming economic projections. The hosts also examine regional manufacturing surveys, leading indicators, and market reactions to company earnings and guidance. The episode wraps up with an exploration of the substantial market cap of top tech companies and discussions on Berkshire Hathaway's cash reserves under Warren Buffett. —FOLLOW USYouTube: @RiskReversalMediaInstagram: @riskreversalmediaTwitter: @RiskReversalLinkedIn: RiskReversal Media
Public companies report their earnings every three months, giving investors and the public regular snapshots of how business is going. But President Trump wants to see fewer of those reports. In a social media post on Monday, he said companies should report just twice a year instead of quarterly. Susan Schmidt, a portfolio manager at Exchange Capital Resources — and one of the folks who is often looking at those reports — joins us to weigh in.Plus, the Federal Reserve kicks off a two-day meeting on interest rates, and we take a closer look at efforts in South Africa, Kenya and Nigeria to develop more AI products in African languages.
The Federal Reserve is expected to cut its benchmark interest rate by a quarter of a point when it meets on Wednesday, the first cut in about a year. It has been described by those who watch the Fed as the most unprecedented meeting in many years due to political pressure from President Trump. Geoff Bennett discussed more with David Wessel of the Hutchins Center on Fiscal and Monetary Policy. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy
Lisa Cook can remain a Federal Reserve governor for now, the US and China seem to be making progress in their trade talks, and the US and UK promised to boost financial ties ahead of a state visit by President Donald Trump. Plus, Gen Z is toppling governments across Asia.Mentioned in this podcast:Lisa Cook can stay at Fed ahead of rates decision, appeals court rulesUK and US pledge to boost financial ties ahead of Trump state visitDonald Trump signals US and China have struck TikTok dealThe Gen Z revolution spreading in AsiaToday's FT News Briefing was produced by Fiona Symon and Sonja Hutson. Additional help from Blake Maples, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. The FT's acting co-head of audio is Topher Forhecz. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This episode of the Trading Justice Podcast explores the market breakout ahead of the Federal Reserve's major catalyst day. The discussion highlights the performance of the “Magnificent Seven” stocks, key expectations for the Fed preview, and broader market dynamics. Special guest Bobby Dragon, a long-time member and respected trader in the Tackle Trading community, makes his first appearance on the podcast to share his insights and trading perspective.
As President Donald Trump travels to the U.K. this morning, the conversation in the U.S. remains focused on the aftermath of Charlie Kirk's death. FBI Director Kash Patel is set to appear for a Senate hearing this morning, where he'll likely face questions over his credibility in light of his response to the investigation. Meanwhile, Kirk's death is spurring Republicans to go after what they have deemed the “radical left” over the response to Kirk's death. Playbook's Jack Blanchard and Adam Wren unpack the stakes and what to expect next. Plus, the Federal Reserve's highly anticipated meeting begins this morning.
On the ground in London for the President's state visit, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses tariffs, a potential trade deal with China, Federal Reserve independence, and reports of a spar between himself and Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte. Plus, Stephen Miran was confirmed to the Federal Reserve Board, the SEC is considering changing reporting requirements for publicly traded companies, and President Trump is bringing a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times. Secretary Scott Bessent - 18:55 In this episode:Scott Bessent, @SecScottBessentJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
On today's show we are looking to connect the dots between new home construction, demand for lumber, and home sales. We are answering the question, Is this a possible boom for new rental properties? So here we are going into the fourth quarter with several headwinds and a couple of tailwinds. If you are looking to start a construction project, this might be an excellent time. Construction labor are looking for work in many markets and will price their labor more aggressively. Labor has become the dominant cost in many projects. Material prices are falling in some segments. Lumber is a great example. We have falling interest rates. I say this irrespective of what the Federal Reserve may announce on Wednesday this week. The US 10 year Treasury is hovering around 4% and the Canadian 5 year commercial mortgage bond rate fell below 3%. It's now around 2.92%. All of this happened with no central bank announcements. So if your capital costs are falling and your material prices are falling, and you are going into a seasonal slower time period with lower demand for labor, these are significant tailwinds. The only headwinds that I can see are the tariffs. The other headwinds are falling prices for single family homes. But if you're building rental apartments, and your market has the right supply and demand dynamics for rentals, this might be one of the best times to build, starting in the 4th quarter and into the first quarter of next year. You might be thinking that you're building a commercial building and you don't use much lumber. What's happening to steel prices ?OK, Let's look at that. Steel prices seem to have mirrored the same dynamic as lumber, but to a smaller degree. Prices peaked at the end of July at $3333 per ton. On Sept 11, they were at $3006 per ton. Today they've rebounded a bit to $3070 per ton. We saw the same thing in copper. Prices were $5.80 per pound for copper and they fell in a matter of days to $4.36 per pound. Today the prices are hovering closer to what has been an average for the past year at $4.60 per pound. So this is not just a softwood lumber phenomenon. ---------**Real Estate Espresso Podcast:** Spotify: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://open.spotify.com/show/3GvtwRmTq4r3es8cbw8jW0?si=c75ea506a6694ef1) iTunes: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-real-estate-espresso-podcast/id1340482613) Website: [www.victorjm.com](http://www.victorjm.com) LinkedIn: [Victor Menasce](http://www.linkedin.com/in/vmenasce) YouTube: [The Real Estate Espresso Podcast](http://www.youtube.com/@victorjmenasce6734) Facebook: [www.facebook.com/realestateespresso](http://www.facebook.com/realestateespresso) Email: [podcast@victorjm.com](mailto:podcast@victorjm.com) **Y Street Capital:** Website: [www.ystreetcapital.com](http://www.ystreetcapital.com) Facebook: [www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital](https://www.facebook.com/YStreetCapital) Instagram: [@ystreetcapital](http://www.instagram.com/ystreetcapital)
In the latest Market Signals podcast, LPL Research's Chief Equity Strategist Jeffrey Buchbinder and Head of Macro Strategy Kristian Kerr recap another strong week for the stock market, discuss the implications of rising global bond yields, and preview this week's much-anticipated Federal Reserve meeting. Tracking: #797148
This week the Remarkable Retail podcast delivers a dynamic mix of breaking retail news and an in-depth interview with a top retail innovators, Lauren Steinberg, Loblaw Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Officer at Loblaw, Canada's biggest retailer.Steve Dennis and Michael LeBlanc kick off a wide-ranging news segment, analyzing how tariffs, inflation, and global economic uncertainty are reshaping retail. They explore the upcoming Federal Reserve decision, the rise in food and apparel costs, energy pressures tied to AI-driven data centers, and how these forces are squeezing consumers' discretionary spending. The hosts also discuss RH's Paris flagship opening as a bold case study in reinvention, contrasting the brand formerly known as Restoration Hardware's bold ambition with the incremental strategies that have failed legacy brands. Finally, they highlight Sam's Club's new digital-first presentation layer—showing how even complex retailers can aim higher, move faster, and deliver remarkable customer experiences.Guest Lauren Steinberg--who recently assumed the expanded role of Chief Digital Officer at Loblaw after a decade leading digital, loyalty, and retail media--offers a behind-the-scenes look at how Loblaw is serving nearly every Canadian through its grocery, pharmacy, financial services, and apparel businesses, anchored by iconic brands like President's Choice, and Joe Fresh.Laurnen explains how Loblaw's digital strategy is centered on convenience, affordability, and relevance, with AI playing a critical role in personalization, supply chain efficiency, and the evolution toward agentic AI. Lauren also details the company's fast-growing retail media network, designed to connect brands with customers in ways that are accountable, measurable, and integrated across both digital and physical retail. About UsSteve Dennis is a strategic advisor and keynote speaker focused on growth and innovation, who has also been named one of the world's top retail influencers. He is the bestselling authro of two books: Leaders Leap: Transforming Your Company at the Speed of Disruption and Remarkable Retail: How To Win & Keep Customers in the Age of Disruption. Steve regularly shares his insights in his role as a Forbes senior retail contributor and on social media.Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels, most recently on the main stage in Toronto at Retail Council of Canada's Retail Marketing conference with leaders from Walmart & Google. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fourth year in a row, Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail, RTIH has named him a top 100 global though leader in retail technology and Coresight Research has named Michael a Retail AI Influencer. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.
This week on Broken Law, we are circling back on stories we've previously covered, providing updates you may have missed before we head into a new SCOTUS term and a new academic year. Lindsay Langholz and Christopher Wright Durocher bring you the latest on Harvard's lawsuit against the Trump Administration, Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook's purported termination, the conservative majority's continuing and egregious misuse of the Supreme Court emergency docket, and how the federal government and states are handling death row cases.Join the Progressive Legal Movement Today: ACSLaw.orgHost: Lindsay Langholz, Senior Director of Policy and ProgramGuest: Christopher Wright Durocher, Vice President of Policy and ProgramLink: Harvard College v. HHS (D. Mass.)Link: Appeals court judges publicly admonish Supreme Court justices: ‘We're out here flailing,' by Josh Gerstein and Kyle CheneyLink: Judge temporarily blocks Trump's firing of Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, by Steve Kopack Link: Noem v. Vasquez PerdomoLink: Mid-Year Review 2025: New Death Sentences Remain Low Amidst Increase in Executions, Death Penalty Information CenterVisit the Podcast Website: Broken Law Podcast Email the Show: Podcast@ACSLaw.org Follow ACS on Social Media: Facebook | Instagram | Bluesky | LinkedIn | YouTube -----------------Broken Law: About the law, who it serves, and who it doesn't.----------------- Production House: Flint Stone Media Copyright of American Constitution Society 2025.
Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA The markets are betting big on a Federal Reserve rate cut—and today's surge proves just how high expectations are. But while prices jumped, the charts are flashing warning signs. On today's show, we'll break down:
On this episode of The Steve Gruber Show, Nick Hopwood, Founder and President of Peak Wealth Management, shares his expert insights on the current state of the financial markets and retirement planning strategies. Nick breaks down the Federal Reserve's upcoming rate cuts, why investors shouldn't stay in cash, and how international indexes are hitting all-time highs despite widespread nervousness. He also revisits the trends following Fed Chair Powell's Jackson Hole speech, explaining how historical patterns show strong returns for investors over the coming year. Nick also covers tax-efficient strategies for Bene IRAs and why having a solid plan, and trusting it, is more important than ever. Listeners can get a second opinion from Nick and his team of CFPs at peakwm.com/gruber
With fresh economic data and anticipated interest rate cuts from the U.S. Federal Reserve, the market has a lot to look forward to as the back-to-school season ushers in a time of renewed focus. In this episode, host John Bryson sits down with Matt and Emily for a timely check-in as summer draws to a close.They delve into the recent uptick in global Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) readings and how it might signal shifts in market sentiment. They also explore the current phase of U.S. earnings growth and discuss their strategies for stocks and bonds in the current market landscape. Here's a glimpse into the conversation.1 What opportunities do you see in bonds and equities?Emily: We favor high-quality bonds like investment-grade corporates, mortgage-backed securities, and municipal bonds due to elevated yields and potential duration benefits. In stocks, we think it's time to shift from riskier market segments to high-quality stocks. We are focusing on sectors like technology, communication services, and industrials, emphasizing companies with strong returns on equity and reasonable PEG ratios.2 How do you view the current phase of the market cycle with regard to U.S. earnings?Matt: Earnings growth will have to remain the key driver of equity returns as dividend yields are low and P/E ratios are high. S&P 500 Index earnings have exceeded expectations, but Q3 and Q4 earnings performance will be crucial to watch. Ultimately, we think strong earnings are the best thing this market's got going for itself.3 How do you interpret the recent bounce in global PMI, especially for U.S. manufacturing and services?Emily: Global PMI showed a reacceleration in growth in August. The U.S. manufacturing PMI at 53.3 was the highest reading of the year. U.S. services also performed well. United States is showing better relative growth compared to Europe, leading us to favor U.S. equities.
Israel launches a major ground offensive in Gaza City, calling it a mission to crush Hamas. But with airstrikes intensifying and hostages still inside, critics say it's a dangerous new escalation. Plus, the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk appears before a judge Tuesday. Prosecutors may pursue the death penalty. Also, the Federal Reserve kicks off a high-stakes meeting. Will it finally cut interest rates after months of pressure from President Donald Trump? These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025.
Fed expert Danielle DiMartino Booth on the Fed's historic day (0:25). Rate cuts and economic despair (7:55). Focused on Fed balance sheet, dot plot (11:00). Powell's uncomfortable position (14:35). Stagflation extremely real (15:55). Get dividends wherever you can (20:10).Show Notes:Powell In Jackson Hole, A Little Too LateU.S. retail sales keep up the pace in August in stronger-than-expected printTrump Proposes Shift To Semiannual EarningsQI ResearchEpisode transcriptsFor full access to analyst ratings, stock and ETF quant scores, and dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions
This is episode 83 of the Advisor's Market360 podcast. The topic is fourth quarter market outlook for 2025 featuring Thrivent Asset Management experts. • Learn more at thriventfunds.com • Follow us on LinkedIn • Share feedback and questions with us at podcast@thriventfunds.com • Thrivent Distributors, LLC is a member of FINRA and a subsidiary of Thrivent, the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane unpack the latest economic headlines shaping markets. From robust retail sales defying slowdown fears to pivotal Federal Reserve updates, we dive deep into what's driving the economy. What's on the table?Retail Sales Surge in August – Consumers keep spending, but is it sustainable?Fed Governor Drama – Appeals Court denies Trump's bid to remove Lisa Cook, while Stephen Miran joins the Fed Board.Lower Rates & Stocks – A quick take on what cheaper borrowing means for equity investors.Fed Strategy – Why the Fed needs to tread carefully and avoid bold promises.Massachusetts' Economic Woes – A closer look at the state's struggles amid national resilience.Tune in for sharp insights and actionable analysis to navigate today's economic landscape. Subscribe now for more! #Economy #FederalReserve #Investing #RetailSales #MarketInsights
The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq pared earlier losses on Tuesday as caution set in ahead of an anticipated interest rate cut from the Federal Reserve.~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBNUse Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!00:00 Intro00:10 Sponsor: Tangem00:40 Will history repeat itself?01:20 Tom Lee: This is just mid cycle02:50 Recession odds03:20 Bitcoin bearish scenarios04:30 Retail sales05:10 Credit crisis06:25 Klarna07:15 Tom Lee: agrees with removing quarterly earnings08:50 $5B fund rare earth minerals09:10 Gold & Silver skyrocket09:50 How high can Ethereum go after a rate cut?12:00 ETH tokenized stocks flying13:10 Uniswap: best beta ETH play?14:00 Tune in Tomorrow14:20 Outro#Crypto #federalreserve #Bitcoin~Fed Rate Cut in 24hrs
The U.S. Senate confirmed Stephen Miran's appointment to the Federal Reserve, filling the hole left by Adriana Kugler. Kevin Green and Diane King Hall discuss the Fed's newest member as investors await tomorrow's rate announcement. With a 25bps cut largely priced in, KG says Fed Chair Jerome Powell's commentary might be second in importance to investors, adding the Summary of Economic Projections could provide a better roadmap. For Tuesday's session, KG sees $6645 to the upside and $6600 to downside for a trading range to watch. Lastly, he chimes in on Oracle (ORCL) as the tech company is tied to a possible TikTok deal.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
AP correspondent Haya Panjwani reports on Lisa Cook's Federal Reserve role
U.S. stocks are hanging near record heights ahead of Wall Street's expectations for the Federal Reserve's first interest rate cut of the year.
On this episode of Simply Money presented by Allworth Financial, Bob and Brian break down what the Federal Reserve's next move could mean for your money. Allworth Chief Investment Officer Andy Stout joins the show to preview this week's Fed meeting, explain why inflation remains sticky, and share what the “dot plot” really tells us about future rate cuts. Then, Bob and Brian stress test portfolios against everything from a sudden market crash to geopolitical shocks. Later, they tackle whether AI is a reliable investment tool—or just another overhyped buzzword. Finally, they answer your real money questions on passing down vacation homes, selling a business, balancing charitable giving with future healthcare needs, and keeping streaming subscription creep under control.
On today's Front Page: The U.S. and China have reached an agreement to keep the popular social video platform TikTok active in America, the Federal Reserve's interest-rate-setting committee will meet with multiple storylines threatening to overshadow an anticipated rate cut, and more.
Listen to the SF Daily podcast for today, September 16, 2025, with host Lorrie Boyer. These quick and informative episodes cover the commodity markets, weather, and the big things happening in agriculture each morning. The challenges in corn and soybean yields include some areas experiencing below-average yields and high shatter rates. Despite this, U.S. corn and soybean exports are up significantly, with soybean crush running 20% ahead of last year. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by 25 basis points due to a weakening labor market. Brazil's corn planting is slightly behind last year, and soybean planting is just starting. Export inspections of corn, wheat, and soybeans are up, with corn inspections at 1.51 million metric tons. Cattle futures are supported by tight supplies, and thunderstorms are forecast for parts of the southern plains and eastern Iowa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, we discuss how mortgage bond reinvestment could be the Federal Reserve's most effective and immediate tool to unlock the housing market—without even touching interest rates. The discussion and content provided within this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and may not be appropriate for all investors. Reliance upon information provided in a podcast is at the sole responsibility of the listener. The information included herein is not based on any particularized financial situation, or need, and is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, a forecast, research, investment advice or a recommendation for any specific PIMCO or other security, strategy, product or service. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. All investments contain risk and may lose value. Investors should speak to their financial advisors regarding the investment mix that may be right for them based on their financial situation and investment objective. Podcasts may involve discussions with non-PIMCO personnel and such content contain the current opinions of the speaker but not necessarily those of PIMCO. Other podcasts may consist of audio recording of an existing PIMCO article and such material contains the current opinions of the manager. The opinions expressed in all podcasts are subject to change without notice. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but not guaranteed. PIMCO as a general matter provides services to qualified institutions, financial intermediaries and institutional investors. This is not an offer to any person in any jurisdiction where unlawful or unauthorized. For additional important information go to www.pimco.com/gbl/en/general/legal-pages/podcast-disclosures
Quint Tatro of Joule Financial talks to Jack about a groundbreaking stock jump in Oracle and Elon Musk having bought his own stock. Quint gives insights on the Federal Reserve being poised to take the interest rates down in a staged fashion and job loss outlooks for 2026. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.