BlackRock vs. Blackstone, Rent Control, and Market Leaders: Key Insights 7-17-24
In this episode, Scott Becker compares BlackRock and Blackstone, discusses the top three public PE funds, and critiques rent control policies. He also reviews the current standings of the five largest companies by market cap, highlighting significant market movements and trends.
Jeff Bezos & Amazon: 8 Quick Points 7-17-24
In this episode, Scott Becker highlights eight key points about Jeff Bezos and Amazon’s meteoric rise. From Amazon’s humble beginnings as an online bookstore to becoming a $2 trillion market cap giant, Becker delves into Bezos’ innovative business philosophy and the strategic decisions that fueled Amazon’s success.
Navigating Healthcare Investment Trends with BPOC’s Greg Moerschel 7-16-24
In this episode, Scott Becker interviews Greg Moerschel, Managing Partner at BPOC. They discuss BPOC’s strategic focus on lower middle-market healthcare investments, current industry trends, and valuable advice for emerging leaders and founders in the healthcare sector.
13 Stories We Are Watching Today 7-16-24
In this episode, Scott Becker covers 13 key stories, including Apple’s surge to a record market cap, United Health Group’s financial impact from a cyber attack, and the latest trends in private equity with insights on BlackRock, Blackstone, KKR, and Apollo Global Management. Tune in for a comprehensive update on market movements, company performances, and […]
Current Trends in Middle Market Private Equity with Richard Kes of RSM 7-15-24
In this episode, Scott Becker interviews Richard Kes, Partner at RSM. They discuss key economic indicators impacting private equity, the outlook for interest rates, and the increasing focus on bolt-on acquisitions to drive growth in the middle market.
8 Stories We Are Following Today 7-15-24
In this episode of the Becker Private Equity and Business Podcast, Scott Becker discusses significant market trends, including the latest on Bitcoin, Goldman Sachs’ earnings, and the fluctuating positions of tech giants like Apple and Microsoft. He also covers noteworthy stories from Burberry, Macy’s, and the political landscape, offering insights into how these developments could […]
Five Concerns in the Private Equity World 7-15-24
In this episode, Scott Becker delves into five key concerns in the private equity sector, including declining asset valuations, the need for core value creation, interconnectedness with private debt, rising regulatory and investor anxiety, and tactics to delay financial reckoning. Based on insights from Bloomberg and industry leaders, this episode provides a comprehensive overview of […]
Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid Motors: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly – Part Two 7-13-24
In today’s episode, Scott Becker discusses the latest developments in the EV market, focusing on Tesla, Rivian, and Lucid Motors. He highlights Lucid’s reliance on Saudi investment, Rivian’s scaling issues, and Tesla’s resilience despite market fluctuations. Tune in for an insightful analysis of these three major players in the electric vehicle industry.
13 Stories We Are Following This Weekend 7-13-24
In this episode, Scott Becker covers 13 key stories, including the market’s volatile rebound, contrasting inflation reports, and challenges in private equity asset valuations. He also highlights a Bloomberg article on private equity, an upcoming healthcare panel by JPMorgan Chase, Tesla and Lucid’s market movements, and a notable interview with Amber Walsh on women in […]
Women in Private Equity and Healthcare Deal Trends with Amber Walsh of McGuireWoods LLP 7-12-24
In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Amber Walsh of McGuireWoods LLP about the latest Preqin report on women in private equity, highlighting incremental progress and ongoing challenges. They also discuss current trends in healthcare private equity deals, including regulatory considerations and the thoughtful structuring of investments.