Becker Business Minute Podcast
Three Key Stats + the Three Amigos 9-28-24
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses three major economic stats, including the August Personal Consumer Expenditures Index, GDP growth, and weekly jobless claims. He also
Introducing the Becker Economic Fear Index: Tracking Market Concerns 9-28-24
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the launch of the Becker Economic Fear Index, a new tool to gauge economic anxieties among business leaders. He
Apple’s iPhone Sales: Lukewarm Demand and Changing Consumer Habits 9-27-24
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the lukewarm sales of Apple’s iPhone 16, exploring how consumer buying habits have shifted from high excitement to practical
Five Market Updates: Costco Misses, iPhone Sales Slow, and Gen Z Workforce Trends 9-27-24
In today’s episode, Scott Becker covers key business stories including Costco’s revenue miss, lukewarm iPhone 16 sales, and companies’ frustrations with Gen Z workers. He
The Future of Productivity and AI in Healthcare with Matt Wolf of RSM 9-26-24
In this episode, Matt Wolf, Health Care Senior Analyst and National Business Valuation Leader at RSM, discusses the impact of productivity trends on economic growth
HP’s Success, Costco’s Growth, and the Impact of Trade Tariffs 9-26-24
This episode covers HP’s impressive market performance, Costco’s continued success, and the challenges Ford and GM face due to trade tariffs. We also touch on
5 Stories to Watch: Market Momentum, Powell’s Leadership, and Financial Challenges for Retirees 9-26-24
In this episode, we explore the factors driving market growth, Fed Chairman Powell’s balanced approach to interest rates, and financial risks facing retirees. We also
NVIDIA’s Surge, Disney’s Struggles, and KKR’s Resilience: Key Market Updates 9-25-24
In this episode, Scott Becker discusses NVIDIA’s impressive 144% year-to-date rise, Disney’s challenges with its park business, and KKR’s strong performance amid fundraising difficulties. He
Economic Divide, Billionaire Club, and Stock Market Surge: 6 Key Business Stories 9-25-24
In this episode, Scott Becker covers six crucial business stories, including the contrasting economic realities between stockholders and lower-income consumers, the rise of billionaires like
Consumerism in Healthcare and Private Equity Insights with Amber Walsh, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP 9-24-24
In this episode, Amber Walsh, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, shares her expertise on consumerism in healthcare and how private equity is navigating this evolving landscape.