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Episode 594: Neal and Toby recap the back-and-forth between the Trump administration and the courts attempting to block his sweeping tariffs. Then, a new study shows the number of home sellers outnumber home buyers by a large margin…but why aren’t prices coming down? Also, Costco reports a positive earnings as it’s able to maintain its low prices amid rising costs.. Meanwhile, a trade theory known as TACO: Trump Always Chickens Out is the Stock of the Week and American policy on international students is the Dog of the Week. Finally, United Airlines is coming back to JFK Airport. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. LinkedIn will even give you a $100 credit on your next campaign so you can try it yourself. Go to LinkedIn.com/MBD Terms and conditions apply. Only on LinkedIn Ads. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 593: Neal and Toby dive into Nvidia’s Q1 earnings which topped expectations but came with a warning from CEO Jensen Huang. Then, companies are looking to cash in on Bitcoin’s rising price as it looks to build crypto reserves. Also, consulting firms are experiencing a world of pain as cut backs on federal spending have led to mass layoffs. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on NYC’s congestion pricing, the New York’s Knicks, and the Birthday Effect. Finally, the US Court of International Trade just blocked Trump’s reciprocal tariffs. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. LinkedIn will even give you a $100 credit on your next campaign so you can try it yourself. Go to LinkedIn.com/MBD Terms and conditions apply. Only on LinkedIn Ads. Check out more Maxinomics videos: https://www.youtube.com/@Maxinomics Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Don’t get up too soon in Turkey 3:20 - Nvidia Q1 + Maxinomics 10:15- Consulting crashing 13:20 - Companies getting into crypto 19:00 - Congestion pricing doin’ its thing 22:00 - The Knicks’ MSG distraction 24:00 - Weird birthday fact 26:00 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 592: Neal and Toby recap SpaceX’s ninth Starship flight that reached new heights as it reached space, but came crashing down to Earth. Then Southwest’s new bag fee becomes official with a price starting at $35. Plus, NPR fights back against Trump’s threat to cease federal funding to the national broadcaster. Meanwhile, Toby looks into the health trend of creatine, which has everybody wanting to lift stronger and live longer. Finally, the Trump Administration is ratcheting up the rules on student visas and consumer confidence got a little boost. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. LinkedIn will even give you a $100 credit on your next campaign so you can try it yourself. Go to LinkedIn.com/MBD Terms and conditions apply. Only on LinkedIn Ads. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - The Luckiest Casino 02:45 - Starship Launch 07:20 - Southwest Bag Fees 12:00 - NPR Lawsuit 18:10 - Toby's Trends: Creatine 22:00 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 591: Neal and Toby chat about Trump delaying the 50% EU tariffs to secure a trade deal, causing markets to whiplash. Then it’s a recap of Apple’s rough year amid the trade war. Also, Anthropic’s new Claude AI model has picked up a cute new skill: to lie and blackmail in order to save itself. Great! Plus, OnlyFans’ owner is seeking to sell the site for a whopping $8B valuation. Meanwhile, US Steel, ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ and ‘Mission: Impossible’ are the long weekend’s winners. Finally, what you need to know in the upcoming short week. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. LinkedIn will even give you a $100 credit on your next campaign so you can try it yourself. Go to LinkedIn.com/MBD Terms and conditions apply. Only on LinkedIn Ads. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Swim Around Martha’s Vineyard 03:40 - EU Tariffs 07:00 - Apple Struggles 08:10 - Blackmailing AI 12:20 - OnlyFans for Sale? 17:00 - Winners of the Weekend 22:20 - Week Ahead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 590: Neal and Toby catch up with Katie Gatti Tassin from ‘Money with Katie’ to talk about her new book “Rich Girl Nation.” They dive into why female CEOs tend to go blonde, the ‘4% rule’ to achieve financial freedom, and what the heck is the ‘hot girl hamster wheel.’ Katie explains why she wanted to write a book and some of the challenges that come along with it. Check out Money with Katie's new book Rich Girl Nation, out June 10: ⁠moneywithkatie.com/richgirlnation⁠ Join us for Trivia Night June 3! Sign up here: https://mbd-trivianight-june3.splashthat.com/ Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit https://planetoat.com/ to learn more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 589: Neal and Toby chat about the bond market getting shivers after Trump’s tax bill is projected to add to the federal deficit. Then, the US Treasury will finally put an end to adding new US pennies into circulation. Also, the box office has another blockbuster double-header with Mission Impossible and the Lilo & Stitch remake. Meanwhile, Bitcoin is the Stock of the Week and Nike is the Dog of the Week. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit endthecampaign.com for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - MBD Trivia Night 02:20 - Tax Bill Impact 07:40 - Goodbye Penny 11:00 - Lilo & Stitch vs Mission Impossible 14:40 - Stock of the Week: Bitcoin 17:50 - Dog of the Week: Penny 19:30 - Headlines All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative and involves a high degree of risk. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. APY as of 3/18/25, subject to change. *Terms and Conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 588: Neal and Toby recap the tumultuous period for Target as it misses its Q1 expectations. Then, Jony Ive is teaming up with Sam Altman as OpenAI buys the ex-Apple designer for $6.4 billion. Also, Comcast Universal is taking on Disney in the parks arena with their brand new Epic Universe theme park. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on the stealthy wealthy, safe college majors, and the semicolon. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit endthecampaign.com for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 587: Neal and Toby talk about Klarna’s mounting losses from customers failing to pay off their ‘buy now, pay later’ loans. Then, a Chinese EV battery maker emerges as a winner from the US-China trade war with one of the biggest IPOs of the year. Plus, Axios just released their Harris Poll 100 which shows which brands customers trust the most, and Trader Joe’s tops the list, while Tesla continues to fall. Next, a match to find out who is the best of the worst as Manchester United faces off against Tottenham for a spot in the Champions League. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit endthecampaign.com for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 586: Neal and Toby dive into Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ that looks to extend a 2017 tax cut policy alongside other economic policies that may or may not increase the US deficit. Then, Netflix just saved ‘Sesame Street’ as the legendary show will now be available on the most popular streaming platform. Also, small college towns that rely on a bustling campus are beginning to become ghost towns as enrollments are shrinking. Meanwhile, Toby examines the trend of cremation – a much more affordable option for families, but also hurting the bottom lines for funeral homes. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit endthecampaign.com for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 585: Neal and Toby dive into the latest report from Moody’s that downgraded the US credit rating due to increasing debt and budget deficits. Then, a wave of attacks on the crypto-wealthy is sweeping Europe and parts of the US that has forced individuals to hire bodyguards. Also, New Jersey has seen an increasing share of transit fiascos in land, sea, and air recently, but seems like some headway is made with the locomotive engineers’ union agreeing to end the strike. Meanwhile, big cities got bigger in 2024 and the WNBA season is back with a bang. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Joe Biden Cancer Diagnosis 02:40 - Moody’s Downgrades US Credit Rating 06:40 - Crypto Criminals 10:20 - NJ Transit Issues 15:20- Winners of the Weekend 21:10 - Week Ahead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 584: Neal and Toby recap Walmart’s Q1 earnings and how tariffs will likely cause price hikes. Then, Dick’s Sporting Goods acquires Foot Locker for a massive $2.4B that may open the door into international markets. Meanwhile, the Dog of the Week is UnitedHealth Group and the Stock of the Week is Coinbase. Also, Harvard has been unknowingly sitting on top of an original Magna Carta when it thought it was a copy…this whole time! Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit endthecampaign.com for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 583: Neal and Toby recap the massive deal between Boeing and Qatar Airways during President Trump’s Gulf trip. Then, students are finding out their professors are starting to use ChatGPT for their coursework. Is it hypocrisy? Plus, HBO is bringing back the ‘HBO’ to its ‘Max’, and the Internet is having a field day. Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on international travel to the US, Mt. Everest climbers, and Pope Leo’s trading card. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit endthecampaign.com for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note 00:00 - Lead into Gold 02:30 - Boeing’s Biggest Deal 06:45 - College and AI 11:15 - Max is HBO Max... Again 16:30 - Neal’s Numbers 24:00 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 582: Neal and Toby talk about the latest inflation report that shows the CPI rate slowing down despite tariff worries. Then, ESPN revealed some details about its standalone streaming service. Also, tech companies may have a spy problem as they think they’re hiring remote workers but actually North Korean operatives. Plus, Airbnb is luring back customers from hotels by offering bougie services such as personal chefs and personal trainers. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit endthecampaign.com for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 581: Neal and Toby recap the aftermath of the US-China trade deal that essentially de-escalates the tariff volley between each superpower. Then, Trump vows to slash drug prices for Americans, which has Pharma companies worried about their bottomline. Also, the President takes his first foreign trip of the second term to the Gulf states to close some deals…hopefully. Meanwhile, Toby dives into the trend of remote workers getting their ish done but maybe at a cost to mental health? Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit iterable.com/endthecampaign for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - AMC 50% off on Wednesdays 03:10 - Markets React to China-US Deal 07:10 - American Drug Prices Drop? 12:10 - Trump Visit into the Gulf 17:45 - Remote Employees Are Stressed 21:00 - Headlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 580: Neal and Toby discuss the latest trade news where the US and China agreed to a tariff deal for the next 90 days while talks are still ongoing. Then, another flight fiasco in Newark Airport prompts the Federal government to propose an overhaul of air traffic control. Next, Elizabeth Holmes’ husband is reportedly raising millions for a blood-testing startup…sound familiar? Also, companies are facing increased scrutiny for ‘bait and switch’ pricing tactics. Meanwhile, trade talks with China continue to cool tensions and Olivia and Liam continue to be popular baby names. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit iterable.com/endthecampaign for more Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 579: Neal and Toby dive into the first deal made in Trump’s tariff-era with the UK, seen by many as a win for both Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Then, Bill Gates is hanging it up soon and plans to distribute all of his wealth and end the Gates Foundation. Also, AI is making its way through everyday life…including the afterlife. Meanwhile, SharkNinja is our Stock of the Week and Krispy Kreme is our Dog of the Week. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit https://planetoat.com/ to learn more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative and involves a high degree of risk. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. APY as of 3/18/25, subject to change. *Terms and Conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 578: Neal and Toby discuss the Fed making the decision to hold rates steady amidst an uncertain economy. Then Apple reportedly says goodbye to google to move AI to search and Disney announces a new theme park in Abu Dhabi. Then Neal shares his favorite numbers and headlines you need to know to start your day. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: ⁠https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note ⁠ Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow⁠ All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative and involves a high degree of risk. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. APY as of 3/18/25, subject to change. *Terms and Conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 577: Neal and Toby discuss the meeting between President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in an effort to squash the beef in the trade war. Then, DoorDash reports strong Q1 earnings and makes some big acquisitions. And, a deadly parasite that hasn’t been around since the 1980s has popped back up again and is threatening the livestock industry. Next, weddings are becoming more and more expensive because of…yup, tariffs. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow 00:00 - Real ID Starts Today 03:20 - Canada PM Visits the White House 08:40 - DoorDash Expands 11:50 - Screwworms Return 17:40 - Weddings Getting Pricey 21:50 - Headlines All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative and involves a high degree of risk. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. APY as of 3/18/25, subject to change. *Terms and Conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 576: Neal and Toby dive into Trump’s call to place 100% tariffs on any films produced outside of the US in an effort to rein in foreign tax incentives. Then, Newark International Airport faces crisis-level delays and cancellations due to air traffic control staffing shortages. Also, student loan borrowers who have trouble paying may have to face collections as the Trump administration is starting to crackdown on defaulted loans. Meanwhile, Toby examines the trend of autonomous freight trucks hitting the road. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. 00:00 - Pulitzer Prize Winners 2:45 - Warren Buffett is retiring 3:00 - Hollywood Tariffs 08:40 - Newark Air Traffic Control Issues 12:15 - Student Loans Heading to Collections 17:40 - Driverless Trucks 21:40 - Headlines Visit https://planetoat.com/ to learn more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.swap.fm/l/mbd-note Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative and involves a high degree of risk. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. APY as of 3/18/25, subject to change. *Terms and Conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 575: Neal and Toby discuss the news of Warren Buffett announcing his retirement that’s happening at the end of the year and who will be replacing him. Then, Starbase, the SpaceX rocket-building city, becomes official in the eyes of voters. Also, Marvel sounds the alarm that’s led to Kevin Feige to step in and clean up the mess from recent box office flops. Meanwhile, the stock market and anti-venom are the weekend’s winners. Finally, what you need to know in the week ahead. Subscribe to Morning Brew Daily for more of the news you need to start your day. Share the show with a friend, and leave us a review on your favorite podcast app. Visit https://planetoat.com/ to learn more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. Cryptocurrency trading services are offered by Bakkt Crypto Solutions (NMLS ID 1890144), which is licensed to engage in virtual currency business activity by the NYSDFS. Cryptocurrency is highly speculative and involves a high degree of risk. Cryptocurrency holdings are not protected by the FDIC or SIPC. APY as of 3/18/25, subject to change. *Terms and Conditions apply. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices