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S&P futures are indicating a higher open today following a positive Asia session. South Korea and Taiwan outperformed with semis names rallying, Greater China benchmarks were all firmer, and Japan was closed for a holiday. European markets are bouncing back after last week's losses. Companies Mentioned: Paramount Skydance, Anthropic, ProEnergy, Apollo Global Management

Sports investing has evolved as franchise values have risen, live sports have retained a powerful hold on audiences, and ownership has become an increasingly sophisticated business. Yet sports teams remain unusual assets, combining economics with competition, community identity and deeply emotional fan relationships.Host Oscar Pulido speaks with David Rubenstein, co-founder and co-chairman of The Carlyle Group and control partner of the Baltimore Orioles ownership group, about his move from private equity into sports investing. They discuss his decision to invest in his hometown team, the role franchises can play in their cities, and how leadership differs when success is measured by more than financial returns.The conversation also explores the forces influencing sports investing, from rising franchise values and broader ownership participation to live media demand, AI-powered analytics and longer-term developments across capital markets.Key moments in the episode:00:00 Meet David Rubenstein02:10 Sports ownership and Civic Responsibility04:06 Camden Yards and Baltimore City Revival06:42 What Owners Really Do09:00 Winning Over Profits10:24 Long Horizon Decisions13:06 Sports as an Asset Class15:45 AI in Sports and Moneyball 2.017:11 Next 20 Years of Investing20:28 First Orioles Game Memories21:38 Closing and Up Next

S&P futures are indicating a stronger open today following a broadly higher Asia session. Semiconductor stocks drove gains in South Korea and Taiwan. In Greater China, AI pureplays and hardware names extended Thursday's strength. Japan was also higher, riding a positive wave post-BOJ rate decision. European markets are pulling back slightly after midweek rallies.Companies Mentioned: Exxonmobil

US equity futures are firmer, while Asian markets are mixed and European equities are higher. Markets are finding support from stabilizing bond yields and lower oil prices following the Fed's expected rate hike. Chair Warsh maintained a hawkish tone, emphasizing the fight against inflation, while the move has increased attention on other central banks, with the BoE expected to hold rates today but signal a more hawkish stance. Meanwhile, concerns around Middle East oil supply have eased somewhat as Saudi Arabia increases crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz and works to restore capacity on its East-West pipeline. Press also highlighted Houthi assurances of freedom of navigation in Red Sea to non-Saudi ships, and Trump planning post-war talks with Gulf leaders next week.Companies Mentioned: Exxonmobil Holdings, GFL Environmental, EVA Airways

Paolo Sironi is a globally recognised thought leader in banking, financial technology, and artificial intelligence, with more than 25 years of experience spanning finance, risk management, innovation, research, and executive advisory. He is the Global Research Leader for Banking and Financial Markets at the IBM Institute for Business Value, where he leads global research on the future of banking and advises senior executives on business transformation, emerging technologies, and sustainable growth.Read more about Paolo Sironi: https://businessabc.net/wiki/paolosironiPaolo Sironi Interview Questions00:00 - Intro03:00 - Why Quantum Sapiens07:39 - Conscious banking13:45 - Quantum Sapiens as a novel20:23 - The writing process25:13 - Quantum Sapiens30:10 - Definition of Quantum36:24 - A Science Fiction or thought experiment?39:55 - The future of humanity with AI44:12 - AI ethics & responsibility50:12 - Quantum gravity & humanity01:01:50 - Dynamics of humanity01:06:11 - What does it truly mean to be human?01:11:27 - Closure#quantumsapiens #humanconsciousness #futureofai #quantumtechnology #quantumcomputing #futureofhumanityUseful Links and Resourceshttps://www.thepsironi.com/quantum-sapienshttps://www.linkedin.com/company/quantum-sapiens/About businessabc.nethttps://www.businessabc.net/About citiesabc.comhttps://www.citiesabc.com/​​​​​​​​​​​ About Dinis Guardahttps://www.dinisguarda.com/https://businessabc.net/wiki/dinis-guardaBusiness Inquiries- info@ztudium.comSupport the show

S&P futures are indicating a slightly higher open ahead of the Fed meeting today. AI names rebounded across Asia with semi, memory, and equipment names broadly higher. Greater China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan all finished Wednesday in the green. European markets are also higher in early trading.Companies Mentioned: SK Hynix, Intel, Meta Platforms, SPX Technologies

In this episode, Scott Becker examines recent market volatility and why a short-term downturn can feel worse than the broader numbers suggest.

S&P futures are indicating a soft open following a mostly lower Asia session. The 10-year Treasury yield has broken above 5% for the first time since 2023, adding pressure. Greater China markets lost early momentum as concerns linger over slow domestic demand, despite some industrial production resilience. South Korea and Taiwan posted modest declines following cautious cues from global chip markets, while Japan edged lower in the afternoon and held near flat till close. European equities are under pressure in early trading.

U.S. equity futures are lower, with the S&P 500 down about 0.6%. Bonds are mixed: the U.S. 10‑year yield is 1bp lower at 4.96%, Bund is 1 bp higher at 3.53%, and Gilts are up 2 bps at 5.37%. The dollar has firmed. Oil extended recent gains — WTI crude rose nearly 3% and is trading close to $103/bbl. Gold is weaker, industrial metals have softened, and Bitcoin is slightly firmer. There's a lot for investors to digest. AI stocks came under pressure after Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei called for a slowdown in model development over safety concerns, and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said an IPO won't happen this year because of “unacceptable” safety risks. Companies mentioned: Johnson & Johnson, GE HealthCare Technologies, The Baldwin Group

Plus: Anthropic says an Iranian-linked group used its Claude AI tool to track U.S. Navy warships. And remembrance ceremonies marking 25 years since the Sept. 11 attacks honor those who later died of related illnesses. Alex Ossola hosts. Sign up for WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sports and investing can both be shaped by small margins, repeated decisions and the balance between skill and chance. From tennis points to soccer matches and basketball shot selection, elite competition offers a useful lens for thinking about decision-making in capital markets.In this episode of The Bid, host Oscar Pulido speaks with Ronald Van Loon, Portfolio Manager in BlackRock's Global Fixed Income Group, about the connection between sports and investing. They examine hit rates, payoff ratios, teamwork, preparation and the role of process in fixed income portfolio management.The discussion explores why a modest edge can matter when applied consistently, how different sports change the influence of chance, and why sports and investing both reward attention to probability, payoff and repeated opportunities. They also consider market volatility, stock market trends and the importance of continuous learning.Check out the previous episode on tennis here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/061EZSj3afpDQd7lL1FJUF?si=diYmU2axTAS26i7IxccxhAKey moments in this episode:00:00 Introduction01:42 Tennis Margins Compound - How small statistical advantages can compound across repeated decisions05:17 Winning the Big Points - Why probability and payoff need to be considered together07:55 Soccer Skill vs Chance - Where skill and chance differ across tennis, soccer and basketball.09:49 Teamwork in Investing - How teamwork can support decision-making across complex fixed income markets12:58 Olympics and Process - Why preparation and continuous learning remain central to a repeatable investment process15:20 Basketball Expected Value - How basketball's changing shot selection illustrates the concept of expected value17:35 Three-Part Investor Framework18:57 Closing and Next Episodesports and investing, capital markets, fixed income, portfolio management, investment process, market volatility, stock market trendsSources: Van Loon, R.J.M. 2021. “Long-Term Investing and the Frequency of Investment Decisions”, The Journal of Portfolio Management 47 (8): 86-104; Van Loon, R.J.M. 2021. “Investment Skill and Consistent Long-Term Alpha”, The Journal of Portfolio Management This content is for informational purposes only and is not an offer or a solicitation. Reliance upon information in this material is at the sole discretion of the listener. Reference to any company or investment strategy mentioned is for illustrative purposes only and not investment advice. In the UK and non-European Economic Area countries, this is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. In the European Economic Area, this is authorized and regulated by the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets. For full disclosures, visit blackrock.com/corporate/compliance/bid-disclosures.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

US equity futures are modestly firmer, while Asian markets are broadly lower and European equities are higher. Attention remains on the sharp rise in global bond yields, with higher energy prices adding to inflation concerns and reinforcing expectations for further central bank tightening. Markets are now pricing a high probability of another ECB rate hike in October, while expectations for a BoE hike have also increased. Geopolitical risks remain elevated amid signs the US-Iran conflict could broaden. Meanwhile, US inflation data later today will be a key focus for the Fed rate outlook.Companies Mentioned: Microsoft, ACV Auctions, Copart, Intel

S&P futures are trending higher following a broadly lower Asia session. Biggest losses were seen in Hong Kong and Mainland China with IT names notably under pressure. South Korea and Taiwan closed with modest losses, while Japan edged higher in the afternoon and managed to close in the green. European markets are slightly higher in early trading.Companies Mentioned: Kinetik Holdings, NVIDIA, Grab Holdings

S&P futures are indicating a flat open following a mixed Asia session. South Korea and Taiwan saw slight gains, Mainland China and Hong Kong were under pressure, and Japan turned negative in the afternoon. European markets opened lower.Companies Mentioned: EchoStar, Moelis & Co

S&P futures are indicating a lower open following a weak Asia session. South Korea opened higher with memory names rallying but closed in the red, and Japan benchmarks also retreated further in the afternoon. Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Australia all saw small declines, while Mainland China managed to book some gains. European markets also opened lower following a mixed Monday. Companies Mentioned: Blue Owl Capital, Anthropic

Mistral AI raises €3bn at a valuation of more than €21bn. The fund-raising round is among Europe's largest ever. CEO Arthur Mensch tells CNBC that the move will accelerate future growth. Oil prices are at a six-week high with Brent crude nearing the $100-mark. Market sentiment reacts with the chances of central bank tightening looming. Chinese exports in August grow by 25 per cent while Canada's counter-tariffs against the U.S. take hold.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Germany's AfD party wins a resounding election in the eastern state of Saxony-Anhalt with almost 45 per cent of the vote. Ulrich Siegmund, the candidate vying to be the state premier pledges the party will not compromise if it comes to power. Investors attempt to look beyond President Trump's threat to cut off top trading partners if the Federal Reserve fails to cut interest rates. Markets have priced in a 60 per cent chance of a rate hike in September following August's jobs data. Brent nears $100 a barrel as the U.S. and Iran engage in fire across the weekend. The U.S. military said it had targeted 3 Iranian oil tankers following missile launches at two American vessels.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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US equity futures are slightly firmer, while Asian markets are mostly higher and European equities are weaker. Stabilizing bond yields continue to support sentiment after Fed Governor Waller signaled support for keeping rates on hold in September, pushing expectations for a September rate hike back toward 50%. Attention is also on the US jobs report later today as the next key catalyst for the rate outlook. In Europe, energy dynamics remain a focus, with expectations that fragile underlying demand could limit the ECB's willingness to tighten aggressively, while BoE policymaker Pill reiterated his call for a rate hike.Companies Mentioned: Anthropic, Exxonmobil Holdings, Flex

A new economic order for the AI era looms over talks at the European House – Ambrosetti Forum, as policymakers and business leaders gather at Lake Como. Equities rally and yields ease, while Norway's sovereign wealth fund floats unwinding some of its Treasury holdings by roughly $80 billion. Today's U.S. jobs report has traders locked in a dead heat, with CME FedWatch futures on the fence as investors look for clues on the Federal Reserve's next policy move. And Volkswagen's board approves an overhaul that will slash 50,000 jobs and halve its vehicle line-up after a tense standoff with unions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

US equity futures are slightly firmer, while Asian markets are mixed and European equities are mostly higher. Markets are finding some support from stabilizing bond yields and energy prices, helping AI and other growth stocks after recent pressure. Attention remains on the US-Iran conflict after President Trump suggested the latest round of strikes would be short-lived, easing some concerns around further escalation and oil supply. The yen is also in focus following its sharp rise and speculation over possible intervention.Companies Mentioned: Berkshire Hathaway, Uber Technologies, Apollo Global Management

As tokenized assets move into real-world testing, institutional investors need to understand how they could affect existing payment systems, settlement processes, risk controls, and operating models. What can real-world testing teach financial institutions about the next stage of digital markets? In this episode, Paul Fahey speaks with Justin Chapman, Group Head of Strategic Partnerships, Digital Assets and Financial Markets at Northern Trust, and Paul Abraham, Chief of Investment Services at Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation, about Project Acacia. They cover a live use case connecting a tokenized carbon credit with traditional cash settlement, what institutional investors are learning about tokenized assets and digital cash, and why hybrid infrastructure may remain part of financial markets as adoption develops. Key points: How Project Acacia tested tokenized assets alongside traditional payment infrastructure and settlement processes Why institutional investors are studying tokenization before broader adoption reaches their operating models How digital cash, tokenized equities, and different settlement models may develop across jurisdictions Where tokenization may improve liquidity, collateral use, operational efficiency, and risk visibility Why trust, liquidity, security, and regulatory clarity remain central to wider institutional participation And more! Connect with Justin Chapman: LinkedIn: Justin Chapman About Justin Chapman: Northern Trust: Justin Chapman Connect with Paul Abraham: LinkedIn: Paul Abraham Website: Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation About Paul Abraham: Paul Abraham is Chief of Investment Services at Commonwealth Superannuation Corporation (CSC), which provides superannuation products and services to Australian Government and Australian Defense Force employees. He joined CSC in 2005 and brings more than 30 years of financial services experience, with previous roles spanning chartered accountancy, asset management, and financial planning across Australia, London, Tokyo, and Singapore. Paul is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia and holds a Master of Financial Management from Australian National University and a Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) from Charles Sturt University.

Treasury yields hover near multi-year highs as investors await Friday's big jobs report for clues on the Federal Reserve's next policy move. New York Fed President John Williams tells CNBC higher yields are not a signal of market dysfunction. Traders brace for possible ‘Yen-tervention' as the dollar eases from a two-week high, raising speculation that Japanese authorities might once again intervene in the foreign exchange market. Washington secures a 'light touch' approach to AI regulation at a G20 technology gathering in North Carolina as Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick tells CNBC any tariffs on the chip sector will be selective.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wyatt sits down with Guy Young, founder of Ethena, for Guy's third appearance on the pod. In this episode: What has driven Ethena's success and durability? Where is there demand for other yield assets? Where is capital coming from? Is full onchain portfolio construction possible today? Why tokenize financial products at all? Who are the eventual winners? How is Ethena positioning to an evolving onchain yield landscape?

S&P futures are flat following a lower Asia session. Technology-heavy markets, including South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan, saw steep declines as investment sentiment continues to sour amidst a higher interest rate environment. Chinese internet and IT stocks dragged the Hang Seng lower, while weaker sentiment extended to India and Southeast Asia. New Zealand bucked the broader trend, gaining slightly following the RBNZ rate hike decision. European equity markets are also weaker this morning.

The global bond rout deepens as fears over fiscal deficits and rising inflation fuel a multi-decade high in government borrowing costs. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, however, is not concerned. Oil prices continue to climb as the U.S. ramps up strikes on Iran, while Tehran retaliates with attacks on Gulf States. Volkswagen's leadership will propose ending production at four German factories from 2031 at a meeting later this week. Speaking to CNBC, chief negotiator of the IG Metall workers union accuses the carmaker of going back on past agreements. In his first appearance at the House of Commons as the U.K. Prime Minister, Andy Burnham names Margaret Thatcher and Brexit as key reasons for the country's stagnant growth.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

S&P futures are trending lower following a mixed Asia session. Gains were seen from South Korea, Japan's Topix, and Taiwan, while Mainland China and Hong Kong lagged. European markets opened lower. Treasury yields are climbing, with the 10-year now at its highest level since early 2025.Companies Mentioned: NVIDIA

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent downplays concerns as the global bond sell-off deepens with the U.S. 10-year treasury yield hitting a 20-month high. The G20 summit in North Carolina leaves European officials astonished at the Russian Finance Minister's attendance, but Bessent says there will be no sanction relief until the war in Ukraine is over. Shein struggles in its Hong Kong IPO, as the valuation of the fast-fashion giant falls by some three-quarters since its private market peak in 2022.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nadine Chakar, Global Head of DTCC Digital Assets, joined us to discuss DTCC's plans for asset tokenization and its vision for bringing financial markets on-chain.Topics:- DTCC Tokenization plans- Stock Tokenization Risks- Which asset classes will be tokenized- Will Institutions create their own blockchains- Future of markets

US equity futures are mixed but off their lows, with S&P futures slightly down. Bonds are little changed overall, while the dollar is slightly softer after Friday's gains. Crude is firmer amid renewed US-Iran strikes, precious metals remain under pressure, and Bitcoin is modestly higher but still below 79K level. Sentiment is soft into this week as tensions in the Middle East escalated over the weekend. US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island, with Tehran responding via intercepted missile strikes on US bases in Jordan. It was the first direct exchange of fire since July. Hence, diplomacy remains stalled. Companies Mentioned: KKR&Co., ONEOK, Inc., SK Hynix

The new economic regime we've long described has been on full display in 2026. As the summer ends, Natalie Gill, Senior Portfolio Strategist at the BlackRock Investment Institute, shares three lessons to take into the rest of the year. General disclosure: This material is intended for information purposes only, and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any securities, funds or strategies to any person in any jurisdiction in which an offer, solicitation, purchase or sale would be unlawful under the securities laws of such jurisdiction. The opinions expressed are as of the date of publication and are subject to change without notice. Reliance upon information in this material is at the sole discretion of the reader. Investing involves risks. BlackRock does and may seek to do business with companies covered in this podcast. As a result, readers should be aware that the firm may have a conflict of interest that could affect the objectivity of this podcast.In the U.S. and Canada, this material is intended for public distribution.In the UK and Non-European Economic Area (EEA) countries: this is Issued by BlackRock Investment Management (UK) Limited, authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered office: 12 Throgmorton Avenue, London, EC2N 2DL. Tel:+ 44 (0)20 7743 3000. Registered in England and Wales No. 02020394. For your protection telephone calls are usually recorded. Please refer to the Financial Conduct Authority website for a list of authorised activities conducted by BlackRock.In the European Economic Area (EEA): this is Issued by BlackRock (Netherlands) B.V. is authorised and regulated by the Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets. Registered office Amstelplein 1, 1096 HA, Amsterdam, Tel: 020 – 549 5200, Tel: 31-20- 549-5200. Trade Register No. 17068311 For your protection telephone calls are usually recorded.For Investors in Switzerland: This document is marketing material.In South Africa: Please be advised that BlackRock Investment Management (UK) Limited is an authorised Financial Services provider with the South African Financial Services Board, FSP No. 43288.In Singapore, this is issued by BlackRock (Singapore) Limited (Co. registration no. 200010143N). This advertisement or publication has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore. In Hong Kong, this material is issued by BlackRock Asset Management North Asia Limited and has not been reviewed by the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong. In Australia, issued by BlackRock Investment Management (Australia) Limited ABN 13 006 165 975, AFSL 230 523 (BIMAL). This material provides general information only and does not take into account your individual objectives, financial situation, needs or circumstances. Before making any investment decision, you should assess whether the material is appropriate for you and obtain financial advice tailored to you having regard to your individual objectives, financial situation, needs and circumstances. Refer to BIMAL's Financial Services Guide on its website for more information. This material is not a financial product recommendation or an offer or solicitation with respect to the purchase or sale of any financial product in any jurisdictionIn Latin America: this material is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice nor an offer or solicitation to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any shares of any Fund (nor shall any such shares be offered or sold to any person) in any jurisdiction in which an offer, solicitation, purchase or sale would be unlawful under the securities law of that jurisdiction. If any funds are mentioned or inferred to in this material, it is possible that some or all of the funds may not have been registered with the securities regulator of Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Mexico, Panama, Peru, Uruguay or any other securities regulator in any Latin American country and thus might not be publicly offered within any such country. The securities regulators of such countries have not confirmed the accuracy of any information contained herein. The provision of investment management and investment advisory services is a regulated activity in Mexico thus is subject to strict rules. For more information on the Investment Advisory Services offered by BlackRock Mexico please refer to the Investment Services Guide available at www.blackrock.com/mx©2026 BlackRock, Inc. All Rights Reserved. BLACKROCK is a registered trademark of BlackRock, Inc. All other trademarks are those of their respective owners.BII0826-M-5880696-EXP082

Mark Thornton opens with a warning from Jackson Hole: the Fed's public mandate is a cover story. Its real job is to serve the big banks and the state by keeping deficits, debt, and financial markets afloat through the power of printability. New programs, wars, bailouts, and political promises all become easier when the Fed can create money with keyboard entries, while consumers pay later through higher prices, unemployment, and crisis. On Side B, Thornton joins Wall Street Bullion to discuss gold, silver, commodity prices, the long-term consequences of paper money, the burden facing younger Americans, and the dangers of hyperinflation. He explains why boom-bust cycles begin with central bank credit expansion, why dollar-denominated assets become vulnerable in an inflationary environment, and why a bottom-up approach—sound money, savings, local resilience, and real assets—matters now.See also "Tightwads at the Fed" (Minor Issues, Episode 56) https://mises.org/podcasts/minor-issues/tightwads-fed2026 is the Year of Rothbard—Murray's 100th birthday—and we're celebrating by giving away free copies of Economic Depressions: Their Cause and Cure through September 30. Grab yours today at https://mises.org/issuesfree20% off listener offer on the insulated Minor Issues tumbler and three of Mark's books: https://mises.org/MinorIssuesTumbler. Use coupon code Thornton.Be sure to follow Minor Issues at https://Mises.org/MinorIssues

US equity futures are modestly lower. European equities are higher, while Asian markets ended mostly firmer. Focus is on Fed Chair Warsh's Jackson Hole speech amid uncertainty over the Fed's reaction function and the implications of recent Treasury buybacks. Markets are also watching the Strait of Hormuz, where there is still no concrete progress on reopening despite reports of an Iran-Oman agreement on revenue sharing. Iran is preparing conditions for reopening the Strait, while the US has rejected a return to June's MoU and continues to favor economic pressure. There are thoughts that US efforts in shuttling crude through the Strait is helping to cap oil prices.Companies Mentioned: Anthropic, NVIDIA, PayPal

Markets await U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's debut keynote speech at the Jackon Hole Symposium later today. We hear from Cleveland and Kansas City Fed presidents Jeff Schmid and Beth Hammack about their concerns regarding U.S. consumer inflation and the interest rate path. Nvidia notches the second-largest market cap move on record – almost $500bn on the Nasdaq – pushing its share price up by almost 9 per cent following stellar quarterly results. Prospective presidential candidates in France clash in the election cycle's first debate with the centrist parties trailing both sides of the political spectrum.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

US equity futures are firmer, while Asian markets are mixed and European equities are mostly weaker. AI remains a key focus following Nvidia's earnings, with its strong revenue growth outlook reinforcing expectations for continued AI spending and supporting semiconductor and memory stocks. Nvidia also pushed back against concerns around circular financing. Elsewhere, lower energy prices are providing some support as Iran and Oman work toward finalizing an agreement over the Strait of Hormuz. In Europe, German consumer confidence beat expectations but remained deeply negative, while expectations for an ECB rate hike in September remain supported by recent policymaker comments.Companies Mentioned: Nvidia, Shein, Alibaba, Z.AI , MiniMax

Clint, Meg and Dan kick off a packed Edge Breakfast: Dan’s off to golf, Bruno Mars tickets are up for grabs and Harrison’s New York interview with Bruno Mars plays, plus Feisty Bestie gets listeners into the Olivia Dean draw. The team dives into GTA VI’s Netflix gameplay showcase with Meg’s husband Guy from Extremely Casual Gamers, vents in “Things We Hate,” and plays Easy Money for $1,000. They crown the best “Up the Wahs,” unpack the Imposters twist, share DIY workarounds, laugh at a weatherman’s on-air giggles, and debut Meg’s AI-assisted Flat Idol song to inspire flats to enter. 00:00 Morning Banter Golf Plans 03:07 Bamboo Sheets Explained 05:48 Festy Bestie Calls 11:51 Things We Hate Vent 17:36 Overthinkers Fight Debate 21:07 Easy Money Letter K 23:29 Imposters Truth Reveal 27:36 US Visa Social Media Roast 31:32 Producers Diary Highlights 36:05 GTA VI Netflix Buzz 37:56 Guy Reviews Gameplay 41:21 DIY Household Workarounds 49:44 Easy Money Round 52:01 Wahs Wars Showdown 55:58 Bruno Mars Interview 01:01:13 Weatherman Giggles Clip 01:04:09 Flat Idol AI Song

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Nvidia posts another quarterly earnings beat, predicting a 70 per cent surge in sales growth for 2027 and shrugs off concerns over circular financing. CEO Jensen Huang tells CNBC, A.I. growth is accelerating and finally becoming productive. CNBC hears from sources that Anthropic has struck a $45bn cloud deal with Nscale while there are reports Nvidia is set to take over Hugging Face who's platform was briefly hacked by OpenAI's rogue agent several weeks ago. As global bond market volatility continues, all focus turns to Jackson Hole, Wyoming where U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh will deliver his debut keynote speech to the symposium later today. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

S&P futures are flat following a broadly higher Asia session. Semiconductor and AI stocks were gaining momentum ahead of NVIDIA's earnings. South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, Mainland China, and Hong Kong all closed in the green today. Australia and Singapore saw minor losses. European markets opened mixed this morning.Companies Mentioned: Meta, Alibaba, Par Pacific

Nvidia earnings are in focus as the AI giant hopes to prove the bears wrong about its $500bn AI financing push. There are expectations of a 100 per cent quarterly surge for the company. OpenAI's chief of data centres, Chris Malone, has quit the company to become the third high-profile departure this month as IPO speculations abounds. Canada imposes tariffs on up $20bn of U.S. goods, escalating the trade war between the two neighbours. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

S&P futures are pointing to a slightly higher open. Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan all saw solid gains led by tech recoveries, while Australia's ASX outperformed on the back of strong corporate updates. Semiconductor stocks remained under pressure, driven by Monday's selloff in the SOX index. China recovered slightly despite uncertainty arising from reports of tariff increase on Chinese import goods. European markets are reacting to upgraded GDP figures out of Germany while shrugging off ongoing global trade disputes and AI sector volatility. Companies Mentioned: Meta, Warner Bros. Discovery

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has warned of secondary sanctions on any third parties attempting business with the Islamic regime, including China. Bessent also insists the Treasury's auction schedule would continue apace even amid the department's buybacks. Germany's finance minister Lars Klingbeil has blamed the global spike in bond yields on the conflict in the Gulf. In crypto news, Bitcoin surges past $80,000 for the first time since mid-May on the back of increased inflows of spot Bitcoin ETFs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

US and European markets are poised for a weak open. The US dollar is flat, while Asian forex shows little movement. Treasury and JGB yields are mixed within a narrow range. Precious metals are trading unevenly, with iron ore leading gains among base metals. Crude futures are sharply lower after the US announced extensive new economic sanctions on Iran. The Treasury buyback plan is increasingly viewed as unlikely to anchor yields long term against structural upward pressure—large fiscal deficits, rising inflation expectations, competition for capital from AI‑driven corporate issuance, and a resilient U.S. economy. Bessent signaled fiscal consolidation plans, but entitlement overhaul looks politically difficult, and AI funding needs keep upward pressure on issuance, raising doubts Treasury can sustainably suppress yields. Companies mentioned: Nvidia, Paramount Skydance, Warner Bros. Discovery

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U.S. futures dip ahead of Nvidia earnings and U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's debut speech at this week's Jackson Hole Symposium. Both events could have significant impacts on how markets trade for the rest of the year. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vows to impose crippling new sanctions on Iran and any ‘enabling' countries ahead of a widely anticipated press conference later today. Nordic and Baltic national leaders pledge continued military and financial support for Ukraine as the country marks Independence Day. UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is also due to travel to Kyiv today – his first international visit as leader.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mark Thornton opens with an interview from the Rothbard Graduate Seminar on what makes Austrian economics distinct, why the Mises Institute matters, and how Böhm-Bawerk, Mises, and Austrian business cycle theory help students understand prices, capital, interest rates, socialism, skyscrapers, and the K-shaped economy. He emphasizes Austrian economics as a coherent, deductive approach rooted in human action and useful far beyond economics departments.On Side B, Mark joins VRIC Media and CapitalCosm to discuss the Fed, oil, government debt, Social Security, younger voters, and the future of the dollar. He argues that the Fed's real priorities are financing government debt and protecting banks and Wall Street.The transcript of the interview with Recep Kocyigit, "Skyscrapers, Böhm-Bawerk, and the K-Shaped Economy: A Conversation with Dr. Mark Thornton," is available in PDF: https://mises.org/MI_191_PDF2026 is the Year of Rothbard—Murray's 100th birthday—and we're celebrating by giving away free copies of The Case for a 100 Percent Gold Dollar through August 31. Grab yours today at https://mises.org/issuesfree20% off listener offer on the insulated Minor Issues tumbler and three of Mark's books: https://mises.org/MinorIssuesTumbler. Use coupon code Thornton.Be sure to follow Minor Issues at https://Mises.org/MinorIssues

US equity futures are modestly higher, while Asian markets ended mostly higher and European equities are firmer. The bond market remains a key focus after Treasury yields reversed most of Wednesday's decline, with skepticism that larger Treasury buybacks can offset longer-term pressures from fiscal deficits and debt. Energy prices also remain elevated as attention turns to potential US financial measures against Iran, including possible measures aimed at China. In Europe, sentiment is supported by stronger business confidence in France and better-than-expected Eurozone PMIs, while UK consumer confidence reached a two-year high despite weaker retail sales.Companies Mentioned: Super Micro Computer, Intercontinental Exchange, Polymarket, Shein

US equity futures are modestly lower, while Asian equities are mostly higher, and European equities are slightly softer. The Treasury rally remains a key market focus after the US Treasury announced an increase in long-dated debt buybacks, although questions remain over whether the move can sustainably contain longer-term yields. July FOMC minutes were somewhat dovish on the inflation outlook but did little to change rate expectations. Middle East developments remain an influence through energy markets, while the US has announced an intensified economic pressure campaign against Iran without providing specific details.Companies Mentioned: Banco Santander, Webster Financial Corp, JD, CECONOMY

S&P futures are flat following a broadly lower Asia session. Bond pressure and semis selloffs led to sharp losses in South Korea, Taiwan, and Japan. Mainland China benchmarks were hit hard as well, though Hong Kong managed to close in the green. European markets are largely unchanged this morning. Company Mentioned: Pilgrim's Pride

If you wish to support our podcast, please follow this link. Thank you! Welcome to a new episode of The Way Out Is In: The Zen Art of Living, a podcast series mirroring Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh's deep teachings of Buddhist philosophy: a simple yet profound methodology for dealing with our suffering, and for creating more happiness and joy in our lives. In this episode, Zen Buddhist monk Brother Phap Huu and leadership coach Jo Confino are joined by special guest Pham Minh Huong, businesswoman and spiritual practitioner, to discuss integrating Buddhist teachings into the business world. Pham Minh Huong shares her journey from being a successful but lonely CEO to one who prioritizes trust, mindfulness, and community in her companies – by adopting practices like servant leadership and consensus-building, and by creating a culture of compassion and collaboration. She emphasizes the importance of presence, authenticity, and the power of mindfulness in navigating crises and maintaining a balanced life, but reflects also on the challenges of integrating spirituality into a business world dominated by metrics and competativeness. Brother Phap Huu shares his own experience as the abbot of Upper Hamlet, while Jo reflects on writing about sustainable businesses for The Guardian and on his current work as leadership coach. The conversation highlights the potential for businesses to be a source of meaning, connection, and positive change when guided by spiritual principles. Ms Pham Minh Huong has nearly 30 years of experience in the finance and banking sector. Having previously served as Head of Treasury and Financial Markets at Citibank N.A., she was among the first members to contribute to its operational growth. She is a visionary leader and a pioneer in introducing new products to the market. Her significant contributions to the securities community and her personal professional reputation have established her as a highly respected leader in Vietnam’s financial market. Co-produced by the Plum Village App:https://plumvillage.app/ And Global Optimism:https://globaloptimism.com/ With support from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation:https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/ List of resources Sister Chan Khonghttps://plumvillage.org/about/sister-chan-khong Brother Phap Unghttps://plumvillage.org/people/dharma-teachers/brother-chan-phap-ung Interbeinghttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interbeing Plum Village Traditionhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plum_Village_Tradition The Way Out Is In: ‘The Three Jewels (Episode #89)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/the-three-jewels-episode-89 Order of Interbeinghttps://plumvillage.org/community/order-of-interbeing ‘The Four Dharma Seals of Plum Village'https://plumvillage.org/articles/the-four-dharma-seals-of-plum-village The Way Out Is In: ‘Space, Time, and the Ultimate Dimension (Episode #54)'https://plumvillage.org/podcast/space-time-and-the-ultimate-dimension-episode-54 The Art of Powerhttps://plumvillage.org/books/the-art-of-power Quotes “Now I have a path, there is nothing to fear.” “When I first came to Plum Village, I saw that things were very organized, but I didn’t see leaders. And when I asked, people said, ‘That’s because of Yidma.' Yidma, in Buddha's teaching, is about consensus. But, at that time, I couldn't believe that we could run a business in a slow way and build democratic governance as per Thay’s vision.” “Good teacher, good methodology, and good friends.” “If everything is important, then, actually, nothing is important.” “What Buddhism and what the Buddha and Thay offer us is another dimension of really asking the question, ‘What is happiness? What is success?'” “Engage, trust – and then there’s cooperation. And when there is cooperation, there is power and the result will come. We have to trust in that.” “Sometimes it’s via absence that people recognize their love. If you’re always there, there's not always the opportunity for that.”