The Becker Business Report: Private Equity and Business

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Kahler Paulson, an incoming architecture student at the University of Wisconsin. Kahler shares his experiences in undergraduate research, the evolution of urban gardens, and his passion for architecture. Join us for an insightful discussion on the intersection of design, community, and education.

In this episode, Scott Becker covers seven major stories in healthcare and business, including Surgery Partners’ potential sale, HCA’s strong performance, and Tesla’s resilience. He also discusses trends in private equity, Medicaid concerns for Centene and Molina, and more.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the unique talents of Taylor Swift and Joe Rogan, highlighting their creativity, discipline, and commercialization success. He reflects on what can be learned from their approaches to mastering their respective crafts.

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the latest job market data, a political battle over US Steel, and diverging economic trends highlighted by the contrasting performances of Rolls-Royce and Dollar Tree. He also explores potential market impacts of a Verizon and Frontier merger.

In this episode, Matt Wolf, Senior Healthcare Analyst and National Healthcare Business Valuation Leader at RSM, shares his expertise on the current state of private equity, highlighting the shift towards scalable, profitable growth, and the impact of macroeconomic tailwinds on investment strategies.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores five emerging drug trends, including the rise of microdosing psychedelics for joint pain, expanded uses of GLP-1s, the complexities of cannabis testing, evolving approaches to adult ADHD treatment, and the booming medical spa industry driven by private equity investments.

In this episode, Amber Walsh, a seasoned expert in healthcare and private equity, provides a concise history of surgery centers, exploring their impact on hospitals, health systems, and the investment landscape. She also discusses current trends, challenges, and the role of private equity in shaping the future of surgery centers.

In today’s episode, Scott Becker covers ten key business stories, including the Nordstrom family’s move to take the company private, signs of economic slowdown with tumbling job openings, and major private equity deals like Blackstone’s $16 billion acquisition. Plus, insights into retail challenges for Lululemon, Dollar Tree, and more.

David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, discusses the latest trends in DOJ investigations, the impact of whistleblower complaints, and the evolving landscape of private equity litigation. Gain expert insights on how the DOJ’s focus areas are shaping the legal environment for healthcare providers and private equity funds.

In this episode, Scott Becker delivers 14 rapid updates on a challenging day in the markets, highlighting significant declines in major stocks like NVIDIA and Boeing, concerns over slowing U.S. manufacturing, and the ongoing volatility in private equity.