SpaceX in Talks to Borrow $40 Billion to Buy Nvidia Chips

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-Ed Ludlow, Bloomberg Tech Host, discusses Elon Musk's SpaceX being in talks with banks and investors to raise $40 billion to buy chips from Nvidia. Management Inc. SpaceX's fundraising discussions are in an early stage and could end without a deal being completed, with Pacific Investment Management Co. and Apollo Global Management Inc. involved. Separately, Apple's upcoming smart home devices will include a doorbell, thermostat, and other accessories developed through a partnership with LG Electronics Inc. The products developed with LG will also include a smart deadbolt lock, indoor security camera, outdoor security camera, and floodlight camera, and will carry the LG brand.

-Michael Halen, Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Restaurant and Foodservice Analyst, discusses the latest on restaurants. McDonald’s plan to overhaul its restaurants and menu is sparking angst among US franchisees facing upgrades that will cost at least $800,000 per location. The company needs the backing of its franchisees to help restore investor confidence that has faltered this year, with the company’s shares plunging 32% from a peak in late February through the end of September. Separately, a viral social media hoax claiming discrimination at Texas Roadhouse led to a six-week selloff of the company's shares, which surpassed 20% by the end of September. Analysts on Wall Street see an opportunity to buy into the restaurant chain at an attractive discount, with Evercore ISI and StoneX upgrading the stock this week.

-Geetha Ranganathan, Bloomberg Intelligence Analyst on US Media, discusses Walt Disney confirming it will stream Super Bowl LXI on Disney+ in the U.S. and dozens of countries worldwide. Disney+ subscribers in the U.S. will be able to stream the traditional game presentation, as well as the Spanish-language telecast on ESPN Deportes.

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