Bitcoin Breaks $100K, WeightWatchers Files for Bankruptcy, and NBA Star Launches AI Funeral Startup
In today’s episode of The Business Show, Bitcoin cracks $100K on renewed trade optimism. Amazon takes on Chewy and Walmart by adding pet prescriptions to its online pharmacy. The IRS loses nearly a third of its tax auditors as Musk-led government cuts reshape enforcement. NBA star Russell Westbrook steps into AI with a funeral planning startup aimed at easing end-of-life logistics. And WeightWatchers files for bankruptcy as it struggles to keep pace with the Ozempic revolution. Let’s break down what it all means for your money.
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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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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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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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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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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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