The Business Show

 We’re back to our regularly scheduled programming — and we’ve got a lineup of fresh stories that hit all corners of business and consumer life:

Oil Prices Slide as OPEC+ boosts production again — is oversupply coming?

Loyalty Programs Soar for fast-casual chains like Starbucks and Chipotle — even as spending slows.

Del Monte’s Bankruptcy signals the slow death of canned food in America.

$50 Chick-fil-A by Boat? Florida boaters say it’s worth every penny.

Luxury Homebuyers Go All-Cash — how the rich are adapting to high mortgage rates in 2025.

Plus, insights, stats, and bottom lines you can’t miss.

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 The U.S. strikes a new trade deal with Vietnam, setting a 20% tariff on imports and 40% on transshipped goods while granting zero-tariff access for U.S. exports. Microsoft announces 9,000 layoffs as it flattens management and doubles down on high-growth sectors like AI and cloud. Tesla reports a 14% drop in Q2 deliveries, battling cheap Chinese EVs, Model Y delays, and Elon Musk’s growing political fallout. And AI-driven layoffs accelerate across industries, with Ford’s CEO warning that up to half of U.S. white-collar jobs could soon vanish.

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 NASA is partnering with Netflix to stream rocket launches and real-time space views, bringing cosmic content to over 700 million global subscribers. Ford smashes Q2 forecasts with strong truck and hybrid sales—even as EV numbers dip. Mortgage rates hit a three-month low, sparking a 7% jump in refinance applications, especially among high-balance borrowers. Meanwhile, Del Monte Foods files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, securing $912 million in financing as it restructures. And design software unicorn Figma files for its IPO, boasting strong revenue growth and plans for aggressive global expansion and M&A act

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 Meta is consolidating its AI efforts under a new division, Meta Superintelligence Labs, as Mark Zuckerberg assembles a dream team of AI talent to compete directly with OpenAI and Google. Apple is reportedly in talks with OpenAI and Anthropic to boost Siri’s capabilities, signaling a strategic pivot in its AI strategy. Meanwhile, Home Depot is acquiring GMS for $4.3 billion to win over pro contractors and lock out rival bidder QXO. Amazon is nearing a major automation milestone as its robot workforce approaches parity with human staff. And Joby Aviation begins piloted air taxi flights in Dubai, sending shares soaring as commercial launch nears.

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 Tesla’s robotaxi launch in Austin and Waymo’s expansion into Atlanta have triggered a major rally in autonomous vehicle stocks like Aeva, Mobileye, and Pony.ai, with investors betting big on the sector’s long-awaited momentum. Meanwhile, PayPal has locked in an exclusive partnership with the Big Ten and Big 12 to distribute compensation to student-athletes under the landmark House v. NCAA settlement, positioning itself as the digital payment leader in college sports. Lastly, Unilever acquires Dr. Squatch for $1.5 billion, doubling down on influencer-driven branding and DTC strategy to modernize its men’s grooming portfolio after past missteps with Dollar Shave Club.

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 Here’s what we cover in today’s episode:

U.S.–China Trade Framework Confirmed A new agreement could ease tariffs and restore U.S. access to rare-earth minerals — key to EVs and semiconductors. The catch? Both sides still need to follow through.

Nike’s Earnings Reignite Momentum Despite tariff pressure, Nike’s strategic plan — shifting supply chains and raising prices — boosted investor confidence, sending shares up 11%.

Pixar’s Elio Tanks at the Box Office Another original Pixar film underperforms. Are sequels the only way forward for the animation giant?

4.Uber’s Self-Driving Power Play Uber may acquire Pony.ai — and bring back Travis Kalanick to run it. It’s a risky but aggressive move to stay competitive in the autonomous vehicle race.

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 401(k) savings are soaring to new records, with Fidelity and Vanguard both reporting average contribution rates at or above the 12–15% benchmark, thanks in part to auto-enrollment and employer matches. Starbucks pivots back to the human touch with its “Green Apron” initiative, ditching automation in favor of barista-led service to revive its brand. Meanwhile, Summer Fridays are disappearing as hybrid work reshapes office perks — but workers still want them. A LendingTree survey finds two-thirds of newlyweds went into debt for their weddings, and many regret it, even as honeymoon spending takes priority. Finally, Jerome Powell tells Congress the Fed will “wait and see” on rate cuts, brushing off growing political pressure from President Trump and some central bankers as inflation data remains mixed.

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 FedEx shares drop nearly 6% after withholding full-year guidance and issuing a weak Q1 forecast, disappointing investors and deepening concerns about its growth outlook. In a major legal victory for AI, a judge rules Anthropic’s use of books to train its model Claude qualifies as fair use — a landmark case that may shape AI’s legal future. McDonald’s and Krispy Kreme part ways in July after their partnership fails to generate profits, underscoring challenges in the fast-food space. Meanwhile, home prices are cooling faster than expected as high mortgage rates and regional shifts take a toll on formerly hot markets like Tampa and Phoenix. And Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang kicks off a massive stock sale plan worth up to $873 million — while still holding billions in shares as Nvidia rides the AI wave.

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 American states and towns are getting creative, paying remote workers big bucks — up to $15,000 plus perks — to move in and revitalize local economies. Novo Nordisk just terminated its deal with Hims & Hers over selling knock-off Wegovy shots, wiping 34% off the telehealth company’s stock. Amazon is betting huge on the UK, investing nearly $55 billion to expand fulfillment centers and data infrastructure, creating thousands of jobs despite looming AI-driven corporate cuts. FedEx traders expect big volatility this week as the shipping giant reports Q4 earnings after a year marked by tariffs and weaker demand. And FICO shakes up the credit score game: starting this fall, your Buy Now, Pay Later payments will count — good or bad — potentially redefining how millions build or wreck their credit.

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In today’s episode, nearly half of Americans now say they need a six-figure income just to feel financially secure, with Bankrate’s survey showing inflation, tariffs, and rising costs pushing that bar ever higher. Plus, Stellantis’ new CEO vows to crush “mediocrity” and fix plunging sales, Kroger stock pops as more shoppers cook at home and embrace value brands, Tesla officially launches its long-awaited robotaxi service in Austin — a potential game-changer for urban mobility — and Northern Trust shares surge on fresh takeover buzz from BNY Mellon.

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