The Business Show

The Business Show

By Andrew GiancolaBusinessNewsInvesting
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  • CrowdStrike Cuts Jobs, Fed Holds Steady, and Netflix Gets an AI Makeover

    In today’s episode of The Business Show, CrowdStrike announces 500 layoffs as it leans into AI-driven efficiencies, reigniting the debate over tech jobs and automation. The Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady amid inflation concerns and tariff uncertainty. Used car prices are rising sharply as consumers scramble ahead of potential auto tariffs. Netflix unveils a major redesign of its TV app, using smarter previews and AI to personalize the viewing experience. And Nintendo forecasts strong demand for the upcoming Switch 2, but warns tariffs could impact pricing.



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      8 min
    • Uber Misses, Disney Goes to Abu Dhabi, and Rite Aid Files For Bankrupcy

      In today’s episode of The Business Show, Uber posts mixed Q1 results and faces employee backlash over new office rules. Disney announces plans for a new theme park and resort in Abu Dhabi, expanding its global footprint. Rite Aid files for bankruptcy again, citing debt and competitive pressure. Mortgage demand spikes as rates tick down, showing renewed interest in homebuying. Plus, the IRS raises HSA contribution limits for 2026, giving savers more room to invest with tax advantages.


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        8 min
      • DoorDash Expands Globally, Palantir Slips, and Student Loans Wreck Credit Scores

         In today’s episode of The Business Show, DoorDash announces two major acquisitions while missing revenue expectations. Palantir posts strong AI-driven growth but still disappoints investors. OpenAI says it will remain under nonprofit control amid legal and public scrutiny. Ford pulls its 2025 guidance due to tariff concerns and supply chain risks. And student loan defaults are hammering credit scores, with drops as steep as 175 points reported.


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          8 min
        • Buffett Retires, Tariffs Hit Hollywood, and Retailers Use Fear to Fuel Sales

          In today’s episode of The Business Show, Warren Buffett announces his retirement and slams Trump’s tariffs after a rough earnings quarter. Streaming stocks fall after Trump targets foreign-made films with a proposed 100% tariff. Retail brands start using tariff fear as a marketing strategy to drive urgency. Investors are watching Ford and Palantir earnings closely amid AI growth and auto tariff risks. Plus, all eyes are on the Fed and key economic data this week as the market braces for its next move.


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            8 min
          • Bitcoin’s Comeback, Amazon’s Tariff Tensions, and a Digital Social Security Card

            In this episode of The Business Show, we’re tracking the top money headlines shaping the markets and your wallet. Bitcoin is making a run at $100K again, Amazon posts a solid quarter but faces political heat, and 72% of retirees say their retirement is going as planned — here's what they’re doing right. Plus, Airbnb’s slowing guidance sends shares down, and the Social Security card is finally going digital. Let’s break it all down in 10 minutes or less.


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              9 min
            • Big Tech Boom, Amazon’s $4B Move, and Meta is on Fire

               In today’s episode of The Business Show, we’re covering a massive week in tech: Microsoft and Meta deliver earnings blowouts, Amazon invests $4 billion to speed up rural deliveries, and Apple lands in legal hot water over its App Store practices. Plus, McDonald’s reports disappointing U.S. sales, and Meta ramps up its AI infrastructure spending. Get the headlines, the context, and what it means for your money — in 10 minutes or less.

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                8 min
              • Tech Earnings, Supermicro Slump, and Why Half of Parents Are Still Paying Their Kids’ Bills

                 In today’s episode of The Business Show, we’re breaking down the five biggest money stories you need to know. Microsoft and Meta earnings are set to move markets, Supermicro shocks investors, and Starbucks stumbles. Plus, we dig into how much it really costs to retire in the Midwest — and why so many parents are still footing the bill for adult kids. Whether you’re investing, planning for retirement, or just trying to stay informed, we’ve got you covered in 10 minutes or less.

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                10 min
              • China Tensions, Tariff Fears, and Amazon's Satellite Showdown — What’s Moving Money This Week

                This week on The Business Show, we’re diving into the global ripple effects of tariffs, a major update from Amazon’s space ambitions, and the retirement fear that’s keeping Americans up at night. From UPS earnings and China-U.S. trade drama to Amazon’s satellite race and Uber’s remote work reversal — we break it all down in 10 minutes or less. Here’s what it all means for your money.

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                  9 min
                • Earnings Mania, Domino’s Dip, Big Pharma Deals, and DoorDash’s Bold Move

                   In today’s episode of The Business Show, we’re covering the biggest financial headlines shaking up Wall Street and beyond. From a massive earnings week that could set the tone for markets, to Trump's tariffs hitting Chinese factories hard, Domino’s falling short, a $3.9 billion pharma buyout, and DoorDash making a major move into Europe. Whether you’re investing, strategizing, or just staying sharp, we’ve got the key stories you need to know — all in 10 minutes or less.

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                    11 min
                  • Intel Layoffs, Hasbro Tariffs, and the $100K High School Class — What’s Moving Money This Week

                    In today’s episode of The Business Show, we’re diving into five major stories shaking up the financial world. From Intel’s massive layoffs and Hasbro’s tariff troubles to the surprising cities where young adults are living with their parents the longest — plus how one high school class could add $100,000 to your net worth. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or just trying to stay informed, we’ve got you covered in 10 minutes or less.


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                      8 min

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                    Money moves fast—stay ahead of it. Welcome to The Business Show, where we break down the biggest financial stories, market trends, and business shake-ups in a way that’s fast, fun, and easy to understand. Hosted by Andrew Giancola, this podcast cuts through the noise to bring you the most important updates on stocks, crypto, major business deals, economic trends, and the future of money—without the jargon.

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