The Becker Report: Becker Business Media

In this episode, Scott Becker is joined by Matt Wolf, Health Care Senior Analyst and National Health Care Business Valuation Leader at RSM. Matt shares insights on the potential for a robust IPO market in 2025, the shift toward mature, profitable companies going public, and how private equity funds are adapting with creative liquidity solutions.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores the critical balance between generating new ideas and focusing on execution. He discusses why certain periods in business demand a “no new ideas” approach to ensure focus on core operations and achieving key performance goals, emphasizing the importance of execution in driving success.

In this episode, Scott Becker dives into six key business stories, including the tragic killing of UnitedHealth’s CEO and its broader implications, Amazon’s bid to rival NVIDIA in chip development, and major market shifts with companies like Lululemon, Uber, DocuSign, and American Airlines. He also highlights trends in economic anxiety and shares insights into business strategy and leadership.

In this episode, Scott Becker sits down with David Pivnick, Partner at McGuireWoods LLP, to discuss the tragic passing of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO and its broader implications for leadership, healthcare equity, and organizational resilience. They explore the intersection of access, coverage, and workforce challenges in the U.S. healthcare system, offering thoughtful insights into the complexities of leadership in an industry at the epicenter of societal challenges.

In this episode, Scott Becker dives into 13 of the worst-performing stocks of the year, with declines ranging from 38% to over 70%. From EV startups like Lucid Motors and Rivian to managed care giant Humana, Scott explores key trends, market challenges, and lessons for investors navigating a volatile landscape.

In this episode, Scott Becker shares the remarkable success story of Astera Labs, a semiconductor company he invested in through trusted colleagues. Highlighting the importance of “who, not how,” Scott reflects on the value of aligning with brilliant partners and taking smart advice in building a winning investment strategy.

In this episode, Scott Becker speaks with Spiro Leunes, CPA, MS, a partner at Mantell, Rossi & Leunes – Accountants & Advisors. Spiro shares insights from his 30-year career advising healthcare and dental professionals, discussing trends in the private equity dental space, the impact of rising interest rates, and the entrepreneurial spirit driving innovation. He also offers advice to emerging professionals on staying informed, learning from industry leaders, and navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship.

In this episode, Scott Becker addresses the tragic news of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO being fatally shot. He also covers key market updates, including Palantir’s remarkable growth, Salesforce’s ongoing success, GM’s recent struggles, and the impressive rise of AI leader Astera Labs, offering a mix of insights, news, and personal perspectives.

In this episode, Scott Becker explores six essential business concepts, including the importance of persistent effort to build momentum, the interplay of culture, strategy, and talent, and the value of outsourcing non-core functions. He also shares insights on sticking to financial goals, avoiding constant goalpost shifts, and crafting effective medium-sized business plans for success.

In this episode, Richard Kes, Partner at RSM, joins Scott Becker to discuss emerging private equity trends, the impact of interest rates, and why 2025 is poised to be a strong year for M&A activity. The episode also explores Medicare Advantage’s role in private equity and the broader economic outlook shaping transaction volumes.