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Fed Chair Jerome Powell is keeping tabs on commercial real estate.

(00:21) Asit Sharma and Ricky Mulvey discuss stress in the CRE market, Delta’s quarter, and Tesla’s 50% run-up over the last month.

Then, (16:23) we play an audio-only version of “Scoreboard” from Fool Live, our member’s only livestream. Anand Chokkavelu hosts Lou Whiteman and Rick Munarriz to break down AT&T.

Companies mentioned: DAL, VLY, TSLA, GOOG, GOOGL, HUBS, T, CCI

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Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Asit Sharma, Anand Chokkavelu, Lou Whiteman, Rick Munarriz

Producer: Mary Long

Engineer: Desiree Jones, Michael Schweitzer, Brandon Gentry

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The market may be overvalued, but some stocks are underpriced.

(00:21) Tim Beyers and Mary Long talk about whether we’re in an AI bubble, lofty tech valuations, and what an unchecked Sam Altman might mean for the rest of us.

Then, (17:28) Sanmeet Deo and Ricky Mulvey discuss energy drinks as investments, and whether Monster or Celsius deserves the title of top dog.

Companies discussed: CRWD, PANW, MSFT, MNST, CELH

Host: Mary Long

Guests: Tim Beyers, Ricky Mulvey, Sanmeet Deo

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Tim Sparks

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A couple of weeks ago, Skydance Media’s offer to buy Paramount looked like it was dead. Now, both companies have a joint press release announcing the deal.

(00:21) Jason Moser and Ricky Mulvey discuss:

- What Skydance Media is getting in the Paramount deal.

- Why Netflix is winning the streaming wars.

- Questions that investors should ask before putting money in a turnaround story.

Then, (15:58) Alison Southwick and Brian Feroldi kick off their summer school series with a history class on markets.

Companies discussed: PARA, NFLX, DIS, PYPL

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Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Jason Moser, Alison Southwick, Brian Feroldi

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Desiree Jones

David Ellison interview on “The Town”: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/skydances-david-ellison-on-his-plans-for-paramount/id1612131897?i=1000661591016

Brian Feroldi’s newsletter: https://longtermmindset.co/newsletter/

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(00:21) Asit Sharma and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- How the airline industry’s focus on capacity and being able to supply more flights means fares are low, even in the face of record demand.

- Eli Lilly’s $3.2B acquisition of Morphic, why it’s interested in the inflammatory bowel disease markets, and a few risks to keep in mind for the high-flying provider of weight-loss drugs.

(14:39) Fool analyst Kirsten Guerra talks with Mary Long about her investing journey, and a career pivot that took her from rocks to stocks.

Companies discussed: DAL, UAL, AAL, JBLU, LUV, LLY, MORF

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Asit Sharma, Kirsten Guerra, Mary Long

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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What happens to a publisher when an AI personal assistant can just give you the news?

Jim VandeHei is the CEO of Axios, the co-founder of Politico and the author of Just the Good Stuff. Mary Long caught up with VandeHei for a conversation about:

• The “aha” moment that created Politico.
• How AI changes our relationship with information.
• Practicing good times paranoia and bad times optimism.
• The case for teaching kids how to play poker.

Companies mentioned: ABNB, JPM

Host: Mary Long

Guest: Jim VandeHei

Producer: Ricky Mulvey 

Engineers: Desiree Jones, Austin Morgan

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Reagan knew how to budget. Jefferson knew how to party.

Megan Gorman is the author of the upcoming book, “All the Presidents' Money: How the Men Who Governed America Governed Their Money.” Gorman is also the founding partner of Chequers Financial Management Robert Brokamp caught up with Gorman for a conversation about:

- What FDR, a “bit of a trust fund kid,” did if he needed money.

- How Ronald Reagan’s humble beginnings impacted his finances.

- Why a Great Depression president was a great investor.

Host: Robert Brokamp 

Guest: Megan Gorman

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineer: Tim Sparks

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It’s our mid-year review show! We talk through the market’s strong start in 2024, how it’s being driven by the big names, and where the deals might be.

(00:21) Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger discuss:

- Why the market is up, but top-heavy in 2024, and the types of stocks currently trading at a discount to big tech.

- Four defining themes of the year so far: AI, interest rates, next-gen tech, and the pivot to value for consumers. 

- The state of real estate, and why low supply means prices may stay high in residential for a long time, even in spite of high rates.

(31:01) Matt and Jason break down two stocks on their radar: ABM Industries and Rubrik.

Stocks discussed: NVDA, MSFT, AAPL, ABM, RBRK

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Jason Moser, Matt Argersinger

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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I don’t know, what’s up with you?

Jason Moser and Mary Long discuss Tesla’s delivery numbers, how personal care companies are dealing with declining sales, and a mattress merger that might not come to be.

Read the Bloomberg article mentioned here.

Companies discussed: TSLA, TPX

Host: Mary Long

Guest: Jason Moser

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineer: Dan Boyd

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This investor is not a cat, though.

Asit Sharma and Ricky Mulvey discuss Chewy becoming a meme stock, Cedar Fair and Six Flags merging into one company, and headlines from 2029.

Companies discussed: CHWY, SIX, FUN, AMZN, WMT

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: Asit Sharma

Producer: Mary Long

Engineer: Tim Sparks

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It’s Canada Day! We celebrate our neighbor to the north with a mid-year check on the state of Canada’s stock market. 

(00:21) Jim Gillies and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- How the TSX stacks up to the S&P 500 so far in 2024.

- Why investor apathy in Canada is creating some low valuations and great buying opportunities.

- Two Canadian stocks to watch: MTY Brands and Kit’s Eyewear

Companies discussed: BMO, BNS, RY, ENB, SHOP, MTY, KITS

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Jim Gillies

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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Nicola Twilley is the author of “Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves” and the co-host of Gastropod. Ricky Mulvey caught up with Twilley for a conversation about:

- The cold chain and our economy.

- Finding investment opportunities inside of refrigerators.

- And one reason why Unilever gave up on ice cream.

- A new technology changing how we eat fruits and vegetables.

Companies mentioned: COLD, WMT, UL, YUMC

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: Nicola Twilley

Producer: Mary Long

Engineers: Desiree Jones, Chace Pryzlepa

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What is it worth? Why? 

Ricky Mulvey caught up with Motley Fool Canada’s Jim Gillies for a conversation about how retail investors can value stocks and why they have an advantage over institutional traders. They discuss:

- The difference between price and value.

- What financial metrics can and can’t tell investors.

- The valuation case for a sporting goods retailer.

Companies mentioned: AAPL, OTC: WIPKF, MEDP, ASO, DKS, ADDYY, SFM

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: Jim Gillies

Engineer: Tim Sparks 

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Amazon joins the likes of Microsoft, Apple, Nvidia and Alphabet above $2T. Who is least likely to stay there?

(00:21) Jason Moser and Bill Mann discuss:

- Tips for playing the long game with the 2024 election cycle ramping up

- Amazon joining the $2T club, and which member is most likely to experience a big fall.

- Disappointing earnings for Walgreen’s and Nike, while McCormick keeps business zesty.

(19:11) Author Nicola Twilley talks about her new book Frostbite, the development of modern refrigeration, and what its evolution can teach us about the development of other technologies today.

(31:22) Jason and Bill break down two stocks on their radar: Disney and Itron.

Stocks discussed: AMZN, RMD, WBA, NKE, NVDA, DIS, ITRI

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Jason Moser, Bill Mann, Nicola Twilley, Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Tim Sparks, Dan Boyd

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Welcome to the stock market in 2024.

When we recorded today’s show, Chewy was up about 60% for the month. By the time we wrote the description, Roaring Kitty had posted a picture of a dog and the stock was briefly up more than 80% on the month.

(00:21) Ricky Mulvey and Tim Beyers discuss what’s behind Chewy’s surge, Amazon’s new retail plan and journey to being a multi-trillion-dollar company.

Then, William Cohan from Puck (16:13) joins Ricky to discuss his reporting on Paramount and future after it turned down a buyout deal from Skydance Media.

Companies discussed: CHWY, AMZN, PARA

Check out Puck’s newsletters: https://puck.news/newsletters/

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Tim Beyers, William Cohan

Producer: Dylan Lewis

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Tim Sparks

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2024 was a year of uncertainty for FedEx and the business of getting goods from A to B. Looking out to 2025, they expect shipping to pick up again.

(00:21) Asit Sharma and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- Rivian and Volkswagen’s partnership and why capital and scale are the name of the game in electric vehicles.

- FedEx’s year focusing on costs paying off, and what their outlook says about the general macro picture.

(15:24) Adam Ante, CFO of Paycor, walks Ricky Mulvey through how the company fits into the landscape of payroll and HR software and the investment thesis behind naming an NFL Stadium.

Companies discussed: RIVN, VWAPY, FDX, PYCR, PAYC

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Asit Sharma, Adam Ante, Ricky Mulvey

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Tim Sparks, Dan Boyd

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The coffee giant is making a play into a fast growing market.

(00:21) Jason Moser and Ricky Mulvey discuss Apple’s plans for its next headset, Starbucks new offerings, and earnings from Carnival Cruise Line.

Then, (16:18) Robert Brokamp shares how he’s preparing for retirement, and what he’s learned from leading The Motley Fool’s “Rule Your Retirement” newsletter for two decades.

Companies mentioned: AAPL, AXON, SBUX, CCL

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Jason Moser, Robert Brokamp

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Austin Morgan

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ResMed has had the market on sleep apnea cornered for a while, but new weight-loss drugs might be creeping in. We look at what could change based on recent studies and some other businesses that have established lifelong customers.

(00:21) Bill Barker and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- How weight-loss drugs like Eli Lilly’s Zepbound might be coming for ResMed and the sleep apnea market.

- RXO take a bigger piece of the brokered transportation market, scooping up Coyote Logistics from UPS.

- Target and Shopify linking up for a win-win partnership.

(13:02) Tim Beyers and Ricky Mulvey discuss the value of lifetime-customer relationships, why they’re huge for the likes of Apple, and Costco, and one lesser-known name that may have one too.

Companies discussed: LLY, NVO, RMD, SPOT, AAPL, SNOW

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Tim Beyers, Tim Beyers, Ricky Mulvey

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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Michael J. Fox might not know it, but his character on “Family Ties” set the course for one Fool’s investing career.

Ron Gross is the Director of US Investing at The Motley Fool and a frequent guest on the show. In today’s episode, Ron talks with Mary Long about his early days on Wall Street, what he’s learned from crises, and the attributes he looks for when hiring new analysts. 

Share stories of your own investing journey with us at podcasts@fool.com. 

Host: Mary Long

Guest: Ron Gross

Engineer: Dez Jones, Annie Pope

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In 2023, the AI industry spent an estimated $50 billion on Nvidia chips, with the purpose of training AI models. The payoff for all that spend, according to Sequoia Capital, is $3 billion in revenue. Is that a return worth bragging about?

RIcky Mulvey talks with Fool analyst Asit Sharma about how investors might think about companies’ AI spend. They also discuss:

- The rate of improvement for AI models

- How non-Mag 7 companies are using AI

- And one company that’s spending smartly on the new technology. 

Take a look at the Gartner Hype Cycle. 

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: Asit Sharma

Producer: Mary Long

Engineer: Tim Sparks

Companies discussed: GOOG, MSFT, NVDA, ARM, AMD, ORCL

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Nvidia’s been on such a tear, it’s tough to keep the zeroes straight. We talk through its status as a top dog in the market and how top-heavy the S&P 500 is.

(:21) Ron Gross and Bill Mann discuss:

- How Nvidia stacks up to fellow titan Microsoft, and whether investors should be worried about how much of the market’s returns are being driven by a few companies.

- An luxury-fashion IPO that wasn’t in Italy.

- AI pushing Accenture through a slowdown in its core business and how Darden’s Restaurant chains are holding up as pricing comes into focus for food .

(19:11) Fawn Weaver, CEO of Uncle Nearest, the fastest growing and most awarded whiskey and bourbon brand of the past few years, tells one of the greatest stories in the alcohol business and offers up a cocktail to beat the heat this summer.

(35:20) Ron and Bill break down two stocks on their radar: Old Dominion Freight Line and McCormick.

Stocks discussed: NVDA, MSFT, F, ACN, DRI, MCK, ODFL

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Bill Mann, Ron Gross, Fawn Weaver

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Austin Morgan

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Cracker Barrel is trading lower than it did when its restaurants were shut down during the pandemic.

(00:21) Bill Mann and Ricky Mulvey discuss Nvidia becoming the most valuable company, and review turnaround plans for Cracker Barrel sent in by Motley Fool Money listeners.

Plus, (13:55) Alicia Alfiere and Mary Long take a look at Coupang, a dominant e-commerce company in South Korea.

Companies discussed: NVDA, MSFT, CBRL, WDFC, CPNG

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Bill Mann, Mary Long, Alicia Alfiere

Engineer: Dan Boyd

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Sometimes, a billion bucks just isn’t enough to kickstart the engine.

(00:21) Asit Sharma and Mary Long discuss Fisker’s bankruptcy and Wells Fargo’s latest credit card bet.

Then, at (17:22), Ailson and Bro tackle the listener mailbag, answering questions about retirement distributions, target date funds, and commodities.

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Companies discussed: FSRN, TSLA, WFC, GSG, DBC, GLD

Host: Mary Long

Guests: Asit Sharma, Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineer: Dan Boyd

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Starboard Value would like to see some changes at Autodesk and isn’t shy about it. And Jensen Huang’s commencement address at Caltech has some timeless life and investing advice. 

(00:21) Tim Beyers and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- Why Starboard Value is putting Autodesk’s management team and board on notice.

- Broadcom’s 10-for-1 stock split, and why the 90s are alive and well in tech.

- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s advice for graduates at Caltech and wisdom from 30 years at the helm.

Then, at (18:02) Ricky Mulvey talks with Bryce Tingle, business law professor and author of the new book, “Hard Lessons in Corporate Governance,” about Elon Musk’s big pay raise.

Companies discussed: ADSK, AVGO, NVDA, TSLA.

Catch Jensen Huang’s Caltech commencement speech here:

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Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Tim Beyers, Ricky Mulvey, Bryce Tingle

Producer: Mary Long

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Dez Jones

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Peter Lynch says that some of the best investments can be found by looking at what you use every day. The same thinking might apply to careers, too. 

Jason Moser is a Senior Analyst at The Motley Fool who heads up our Virtual Revolution portfolio. In today’s episode, Jason talks with Mary Long about early investing successes, what’s shaped his investing philosophy, and how golf changed his life. 

Have an analyst you want us to feature on an upcoming “Meet the Fool” episode? Want to share your own investing journey with us? Send us a note (or a voice recording!) to podcasts@fool.com

Tickers mentioned: F, BAC, BRK.A, BRK.B, MKL, GVA 

Host: Mary Long

Guest: Jason Moser

Engineer: Tim Sparks

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How do you go from writing poetry to reading 10Ks for a living? 

Asit Sharma is a Senior Analyst at The Motley Fool and a frequent guest on the show. In today’s episode, Asit talks with Mary Long about “the long and winding road” of his investing journey, mistakes he’s made along the way, and advice for navigating a career pivot.

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Also: Join Stock Advisor, The Motley Fool’s flagship investing service, at www.fool.com/asit

Host: Mary Long

Guest: Asit Sharma

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineer: Tim Sparks

Tickers mentioned: AMZN

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Apple arrives on the scene with its AI debut Apple Intelligence, we check in on who is winning the artificial intelligence arms race and whether we’ll actually see a Fed rate cut in 2024 .

(00:21) Jason Moser and Emily Flippen discuss:

- Apple’s entrance to the world of AI, the details of Apple Intelligence and the OpenAI partnership. .

-Tesla shareholders approving Elon Musk’s 2018 pay package and plans to move to Texas, and what’s next for the largest executive compensation plan of all time.

- The Fed’s plan to hold steady on rates, and Adobe’s stellar quarter.

(19:11) Trex CEO Bryan Fairbanks talks through the state of outdoor decking and the company’s plans to grow by replacing the average wood deck.

(34:12) Jason and Emily break down two stocks on their radar: Autodesk and Green Thumb Industries.

Stocks discussed: AAPL, MSFT, TSLA, ADBE, ADSK, GTBIF

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Jason Moser, Emily Flippen

Engineers: Tim Sparks, Dan Boyd

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Is the software giant still a growth company?

(00:21) Tim Beyers and Ricky Mulvey break down results from Oracle and why Microsoft is focusing on start-ups for the next leg of its AI strategy.

Plus, (18:10) Mary Long and Motley Fool analyst Anthony Schiavone look at Hershey’s near-term headwinds and long-term opportunity for investors.

Companies discussed: ORCL, MSFT, DOCN, HSY

Article discussed: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/microsoft-nadella-openai-inflection-9727e77a?mod=hp_lead_pos7

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Tim Beyers, Mary Long, Anthony Schiavone

Engineers: Tim Sparks, Austin Morgan

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If everyone else is buying, should you be too?

(00:21) Jim Gillies and Mary Long discuss macro news from the US and Canada. Plus, Jim reflects on down markets of days gone by.

Then, at (16:10) Alex Friedman talks with organizational psychologist Richard Davis, author of the new book “Good Judgment,” about the importance of a CEO’s personality.

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Companies discussed: PTON, UA

Host: Mary Long

Guests: Jim Gillies, Alex Friedman, Richard Davis

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Dez Jones

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It’s not artificial intelligence. It’s Apple Intelligence.

(00:21) Nick Sciple and Ricky Mulvey discuss the updates from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, and what they mean for the tech giant’s customers and investors. Plus, they look at how Cracker Barrel is trying to reinvent itself.

Then, (17:48) Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp check in on the state of retirement.

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Companies discussed: AAPL, MSFT, CBRL

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Nick Sciple, Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Annie Pope

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Elliott Management amps up the activist activity, and puts Southwest’s leadership and board on notice. 

(00:21) Asit Sharma and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- Why Elliot Management is looking to shakeup leadership at Southwest after taking a 10%+ stake in the airline.

- Nvidia’s stock split, and why this one may matter more than most.

- The new names in the S&P 500 – Crowdstrike, KKR, and GoDaddy – and what they say about the state of the market. 

(17:57) Are the world’s tallest buildings ego-projects or promising investment opportunities? Ricky Mulvey talks with economist and skyscraper expert Jason Barr, about the state of “supertalls” and how China’s building boom is leading to an increase in homeowners without homes.

Companies discussed: LUV, NVDA, CRWD, KKR, GDDY, RHI, CMA, ILMN

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Asit Sharma, Ricky Mulvey, Jason Barr

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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Nearly half of Americans say they’re willing to pay for weight-loss drugs. But what are the downsides to these so-called “miracle drugs”?

Johann Hari is the author of the book, “Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs.” Ricky Mulvey caught up with Hari for a conversation about:

• The medical magic that makes GLPs so effective
• Whether online pharmacies can responsibly prescribe these drugs
• Why there’s a much larger market for these in the US than in other parts of the world

To see where you can get a copy of “Magic Pill,” head to: www.magicpillbook.com

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: Johann Hari

Producer: Mary Long

Engineer: Tim Sparks

Companies discussed: NVO, LLY, ZM

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Last year, 440,000 new apartments went on the market – a 36-year high. This year, even more new builds are coming. That’s good news for renters, but perhaps less good for developers. What about REIT investors?

Matt Argersinger and Ricky Mulvey discuss the state of the multifamily market and why REITs (of any stripe!) aren’t out for the count quite yet.

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: Matt Argersinger

Producer: Mary Long

Engineer: Dan Boyd

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Companies discussed: MAA, PLD, DLR, SPG

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Gotta-have-it businesses like Crowdstrike aren’t seeing any slowdown this earnings season, but goods like RVs and high-end athleisure aren’t exactly flying off the shelves.

(00:21) Bill Mann and Jason Moser discuss:

- The strength of Crowdstrike’s recent earnings and cybersecurity spend, a cyclical company that looks interesting, and why even at valuation lows, Lululemon has some work to do.

- Why some investors are interested in starting a new stock exchange in Texas and Spotify’s latest price hikes.

(19:11) The regulatory environment continues to heat up – late last month the DOJ filed its latest antitrust suit against ticketing giant Live Nation. Motley Fool Canada analyst Nick Sciple unpacks the case and what it might mean for Live Nation and investors.

(32:24) Jason and Bill break down two stocks on their radar: Docusign and Casey’s General Stores.

Stocks discussed: CAVA, NDAQ, KR, ORCL, SPOT, SHOP, CVX, BUR

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Bill Mann, Jason Moser, Nick Sciple

Engineer: Dan Boyd

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If you own an S&P 500 index fund then about 20% of your money is in Microsoft, Nvidia, and Apple.

(00:21) Asit Sharma and Ricky Mulvey discuss why big tech is driving the market, earnings from Lululemon, and mindset advice for new investors.

Plus, (17:05) Mary Long interviews Tom Steyer, author of “Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We’ll Win the Climate War” about advancements in green tech.

Companies discussed: AAPL, NVDA, MSFT, LULU, CAVA, CRM

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Asit Sharma, Mary Long, Tom Steyer

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Tim Sparks

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Growth comes easy when the product speaks for itself.

At (00:21), David Meier and Mary Long discuss CrowdStrike earnings and a tender offer from Monster Beverage.

Then, at (17:08), Asit Sharma catches up with John McCool, Chief Platform Officer at Arista Networks. They discuss Arista's role in the AI race, how competition fuels innovation, and what's next for the cloud-based networking company.

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Companies discussed: CRWD, PANW, MNST, ANET, NVDA, CSCO, JNPR, MSFT

Host: Mary Long

Guests: David Meier, Asit Sharma, John McCool

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Tim Sparks

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A juicy short report goes up against business fundamentals.

(00:21) Jim Gillies and Ricky Mulvey break down Hindenburg Research’s report on Axos Financial. Plus, Jim discusses why investors should consider adding Academy Sports + Outdoors to their watchlists.

Plus, (16:47) Robert Brokamp interviews Eileen Freiburger, Managing Director of the Garrett Planning Network, about what you should expect from meeting with a financial advisor.

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Companies mentioned: AX, NKLA, CLOV, DKS, ASO

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Jim Gillies, Robert Brokamp, Eileen Freiburger

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Austin Morgan

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The biggest name in waste is looking to build out its business, and it might have found a cheap way to get into medical waste and document shredding with Stericycle.  

(0:25) Bill Barker and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- Waste Management’s planned $7B acquisition of medical waste company Stericycle, and how it’s a cheap addition to help WM build out its offerings. 

- Costco’s strong quarter, why membership prices are an untapped lever, and how the hot dog combo continues to be $1.50.

- Why big is better for retailers this earnings season. 

(15:34) How is AI changing search? Tim Beyers and Tim White breakdown why Google has welcomed what used to be its greatest fear onto its site.

Companies discussed: WM, COST, SRCL, GOOG, GOOGL

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Bill Barker, Tim Beyers, Tim White

Producer: Mary Long

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Dez Jones

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Almost half of the United States believes the S&P 500 is down for the year. The chart says otherwise. So, what can explain the disconnect?

Kyla Scanlon is an economic commentator and educator. Her new book is “In This Economy? How Money & Markets Really Work.” Mary Long caught up with Scanlon for a conversation about: 

- The challenges of measuring economic data.

- What’s driving inflation.

- How Domino’s turned around its business.

Host: Mary Long

Guest: Kyla Scanlon

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineer: Dan Boyd

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… and other legendary leaders.

David Novak is the former CEO of Yum! Brands. He’s also the author of the new book, “How Leaders Learn: Master the Habits of the World’s Most Successful People.” Ricky Mulvey caught up with Novak to discuss:

• Using power to empower others.
• Lessons from market-beating executives.
• Why prioritizing people over results is a winning strategy.

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: David Novak

Producer: Mary Long

Engineer: Tim Sparks

Companies discussed: YUM, CHDN, SBUX, GE, WMT, HD, LUV, TGT, AMZN, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, NFLX, GOOG, DASH

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Abercrombie and Fitch and Dick’s Sporting Goods show the familiar names near the food court are doing just fine, and we share one stock that wins regardless of where you stop in to shop.

(00:21) Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger discuss:

- Cava’s valuation at fresh all-time highs post-earnings, why Salesforce might be a buy on the dip, and Chewy’s strength as a focused company on full display.

- Banner quarters from Dick’s Sporting Goods and Abercrombie and Fitch proving the mall isn’t dead any time soon.

(19:11) To help us wade through the great tightening in commercial real estate, why many sellers aren’t quite ready to deal, and what the rate picture looks like, last week Motley Fool contributor Matt Frankel talked with Willy Walker, CEO of Walker and Dunlop.

(35:20) Jason and Matt break down two stocks on their radar: PayPal and Simon Property Group.

Stocks discussed: PYPL, SPG.

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Jason Moser, Matt Argersinger, Matt Frankel, WIlly Walker

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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Sales slow for the software company. But is that the end of the growth story?

At (00:21), Tim Beyers and Mary Long break down Salesforce earnings and ask whether the stock’s slump is warranted.

Then, at (17:22), Asit Sharma and Ricky Mulvey take a look at some companies that could ride the tailwinds of Nvidia’s standout earnings.

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Companies discussed: CRM, SNOW, AMZN, NVDA, AMD, MSFT, MU

Host: Mary Long

Guests: Tim Beyers, Asit Sharma, Ricky Mulvey

Engineer: Tim Sparks

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On May 29, there is one investing account that deserves a celebration.

First up, (00:21) Ricky Mulvey and Bill Barker break down earnings from Chewy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and CAVA.

Then, (16:16) Robert Brokamp discusses the fundamentals of 529 Plans and saving for college with Roger Young, CFP and Thought Leadership Director at T. Rowe Price.

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Companies discussed: CHWY, DKS, CAVA

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Bill Barker, Robert Brokamp, Roger Young

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Austin Morgan

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Sometimes, great isn’t good enough.

(00:21) Jason Moser and Mary Long discuss T-Mobile’s latest purchase and why Elliott Management has beef with a company that’s trading at all-time highs.

Then, at (14:51), Yasser el-Shimy joins for a look at Rocket Lab, the end-to-end space company.

Companies discussed: TMUS, VZ, T, TDS, USM, TXN, RKLB

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Host: Mary Long

Guests: Jason Moser, Yasser el-Shimy

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Chace Pryzlepa

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Venture capitalists don’t mind strike-outs, so long as they get their home runs. What can stock investors learn from that approach? 

Ricky Mulvey talks with Ilya Strebulaev and Alex Dang, co-authors of “The Venture Mindset: How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth,” about:

• The benefits of building an “anti-portfolio”
• Why it pays to get outside of your own four walls
• Lessons from a piggy bank auction

Strebulaev is also the founder of the Venture Capital Initiative and a Professor of Private Equity and Finance at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. Dang is a CEO, technology executive, and advisor who’s worked with Amazon, McKinsey, and across Silicon Valley.

Companies discussed: CRM, AAPL, IBM

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: Alex Dang, llya Strebulaev

Producer: Mary Long

Engineers: Tim Sparks, Heather Horton

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In 2018, the U.S. box office grossed almost $12 billion. This year, it’s expected to bring in closer to $8 billion. What’s eating the silver screen?

Catie Peiper, the Fool’s resident entertainment expert, joins Ricky Mulvey for a look at the state of the movie industry. They discuss:

• The relationship between streamers, studios, and theaters.
• How losing China as a distributor changes the dynamics of business – and creativity.
• Where moviemaking goes from here.

Companies discussed: DIS

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guest: Catie Peiper

Producers: Mary Long

Engineers: Tim Sparks, Chace Przylepa

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AI continues to float Nvidia’s boat, and it's helping an unlikely old school name in tech.

(00:21) Jason Moser and Bill Mann discuss:

- Nvidia’s blowout quarter and upcoming stock split.

- Why buy-now-pay-later is going to start looking more like the credit card industry, and what Jamie Dimon has to say about the state of JP Morgan. 

- Earnings updates from retailers Target, Autozone, and Lowe’s.

(19:11) We dip into the mailbag to answer some questions about a red-hot legacy tech stock, how to handle a growing position, and how to break into the investing biz.

(32:27) Jason and Bill break down two stocks on their radar, Sonos and Boston Beer, and a few recipes on their radar too.

Stocks discussed: NVDA, AFRM, JPM, TGT, AZO, LOW

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Jason Moser, Bill Mann

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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The tech giant continues to crush analysts’ lofty expectations.

(00:20) Asit Sharma joins Ricky Mulvey to discuss the boom of Nvidia’s data center business, future growth stories for the company, and some questions about its valuation.

Then, (13:08) Matt Frankel and Mary Long continue their conversation about David and Goliath business match-ups.

Companies discussed: NVDA, META, CAVA, SG, CMG, MKL, KNSL

Host:Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Asit Sharma, Mary Long, Matt Frankel

Engineers: Tim Sparks, Desiree Jones

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Just how resilient is resilient?

(00:21) Jason Moser and Mary Long take a look at Target earnings, the “resilient consumer,” and new rules for the Buy Now, Pay Later industry.

Then, at (14:47), Matt Frankel joins for some David-versus-Goliath stock matchups.

Companies discussed: TGT, WMT, COST, AFRM, PYPL, FICO, UPST, DKNG, CHDN

Host: Mary Long

Guests: Jason Moser, Matt Frankel

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd, Dez Jones

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A lot, actually.

(00:21) Bill Mann and Ricky Mulvey discuss JPMorgan’s investor day and CEO Jamie Dimon’s thoughts on stock buybacks and inflation. They also talk about the shift toward fast-casual dining and Red Lobster’s bankruptcy.

Then, (17:05) Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp answer listener questions about 403(b) accounts and saving for college.

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Companies discussed: JPM, CAVA, SG, TXRH

Host: Ricky Mulvey

Guests: Bill Mann, Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp

Producer: Mary Long

Engineer: Dan Boyd

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Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly have soared on GLP-1 weight-loss drugs – now Hims & Hers is trying to get in on the action with a more available and affordable option.

(00:21) Asit Sharma and Dylan Lewis discuss:

- Hims & Hers getting into the business of GLP-1 weight loss injections and what the compound market means for Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly.

- A sneaky company that’s another winner in the weight-loss market.

- Wix’s successful pivot to a free-cash-flow orientation, and how the AI wave is pushing the company forward.

(14:52) Gym stocks haven’t worked out for most investors, Ricky Mulvey caught up with Motley Fool analyst Sanmeet Deo to find out why he has cooled on one fast-growing gym franchisor and a space in fitness that is investable.

Companies discussed: HIMS, NVO, MCK, LLY, Wix

Host: Dylan Lewis

Guests: Asit Sharma, Ricky Mulvey, Mary Long

Producer: Ricky Mulvey

Engineers: Dan Boyd

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