9 Business News Stories We Are Following Today 5-7-25
In this episode, Scott Becker shares nine key stories, including market anticipation ahead of the Fed meeting, insights on supporting friends in business, concerns about DoorDash’s acquisition strategy, and more.
Shout Out of the Day: Naomi Freed Becker 5-6-25
In this episode, Scott Becker pauses the business talk to honor Naomi Freed Becker, his extraordinary mother and family matriarch on her birthday.
The DoorDash Death Spiral 5-6-25
In this episode, Scott Becker unpacks DoorDash’s 8-9% stock drop and raises red flags over its shift from organic growth to multi-billion-dollar acquisitions.
Palantir Plunges: 4 Quick Points 5-6-25
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down four key reasons behind Palantir’s 13.5% stock drop.
Revenge & How Sweet it is 5-6-25
In this episode, Scott Becker shares a lighthearted personal story about bouncing back on the golf course.
7 Stories We Are Following This Afternoon 5-6-25
In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down key business stories, including continued market declines, Skechers’ $9.4B sale to 3G Capital, challenges facing private equity giants like KKR and Blackstone, and more.
Weathering the Private Equity Slowdown: Insights from Rick Kes of RSM 5-5-25
In this episode, RSM Partner Rick Kes joins Scott Becker to discuss the current lull in private equity deal flow, the impact of market uncertainty, and why leadership, adaptability, and business fundamentals matter more than ever in a volatile environment.
6 Quick Stories We Are Following Today 5-5-25
In this episode, Scott Becker highlights six key business stories, including Skechers’ $9.4B sale to private equity, Warren Buffett stepping down from Berkshire Hathaway, and more.
10 Core Concepts in Building a Business 5-5-25
In this episode, Scott Becker shares ten core strategies for building a successful business, including the importance of focusing on niche markets, customer segmentation, team development, and more.
President Trump & the Media: The Good, the Bad & the Ugly 5-3-25
In this episode, Scott Becker reflects on the S&P 500’s nine-day winning streak – its longest in 20 years – and critiques how media coverage of Trump’s early term contrasts with the recent market recovery.