Morning Brew Daily

Episode 529: Toby and Ann recap the latest news on Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, why consumer confidence is so low, and why the job market may be showing some cracks.  Then, beloved game shows ‘Jeopardy!,’ and ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ may find a new home in the streaming world. Meanwhile, MrBeast is our Stock of the Week and Tesla is our Dog of the Week. Finally, worthy headlines to know heading into the weekend!  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. 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. Check out https://linkedin.com/MBD for more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Hear more from Ann on After Earnings: https://open.spotify.com/show/5I5q3LIg1ueDWoTM8AZsHQ?si=d427df87994941e2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Feb 30min

Episode 528: Toby and Ann recap Nvidia’s latest Q4 earnings that quelled the concerns of Wall Street after DeepSeek made its way into the scene. Phew. Then, Amazon unveils its new beefed up Alexa that’s taken the AI juice. Also, AppLovin is caught in the crosshairs of short sellers that have raised many eyebrows about its expansion strategy. Meanwhile, Toby and Ann share their favorite numbers on religion, the ‘null’ number, and Argentina soccer players. Finally, it’s a rundown of headlines to close out the day.  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. 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. Check out https://linkedin.com/MBD for more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Hear more from Ann on After Earnings: https://open.spotify.com/show/5I5q3LIg1ueDWoTM8AZsHQ?si=d427df87994941e2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Feb 31min

Episode 527: Toby and Ann dive into the deal reached between the US and Ukraine, where the US will jointly develop Ukraine’s key natural resources after some contentious negotiations. Then, two legacy retailers: Party CIty and Joann Fabrics close up shop, failing to keep up with the rise of ecommerce. Also, the FAA reached an agreement with SpaceX’s Starlink to upgrade its tech infrastructure, but the deal has some critics raising their eyebrows. Plus, PayPal wants to turn Venmo into the #1 payment app in the US. Finally, a recap of the biggest headlines from the day,  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. 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. Check out https://linkedin.com/MBD for more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Hear more from Ann on After Earnings: https://open.spotify.com/show/5I5q3LIg1ueDWoTM8AZsHQ?si=d427df87994941e2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

26 Feb 28min

Episode 526: Toby and Ann discuss Apple’s latest announcement to invest $500B into US-based manufacturing and hiring 20,000 new jobs to bolster its AI efforts. Then, a study shows rich Americans are helping to power the US economy by continuing their spending habits while the rest are cutting back. Also, a major trial begins between Greenpeace and the company behind the Dakota Access Pipeline that could shift the landscape of the fossil fuel industry. Meanwhile, HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ has had an impact on travel destinations such as Hawaii and Sicily. Will the same happen for Thailand? Finally, closing things out with a wrap of headlines.  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. 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. Check out https://linkedin.com/MBD for more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Hear more from Ann on After Earnings: https://open.spotify.com/show/5I5q3LIg1ueDWoTM8AZsHQ?si=38da6cb59c874a5e Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

25 Feb 27min

Episode 525: Toby and Ann discuss Elon Musk’s email to all federal employees asking them to report their accomplishments otherwise face resignation and why some agencies are choosing to ignore the email. Then, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway reports another record strong quarter and publishes his famed annual letter that takes aim at the White House. Also, Ozempic and Wegovy are back on the shelves as the FDA reports they are no longer in a shortage in the US. Meanwhile, Conservative CDU/CSU Party leader Friedrich Merz and New York Yankee facial hair are the weekend’s winners. Finally, a look toward the Week Ahead!  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. 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. Check out https://linkedin.com/MBD for more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Hear more from Ann on After Earnings: https://open.spotify.com/show/5I5q3LIg1ueDWoTM8AZsHQ?si=38da6cb59c874a5e Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Feb 28min

Episode 524: Toby and Kyle chit-chat about Amazon’s continuing pursuit as America’s #1 retailer as it surpasses Walmart in quarterly revenue for the first time, while Walmart warns of slowing sales. Then, James Bond has a new home in Amazon as its creative studio is taking over the rights of the franchise. Also, since the UnitedHealthcare CEO killing, executives have turned to increased securities and one company is making armed bodyguards available via app. So…Uber with guns? Meanwhile, Hims & Hers is the Stock of the Week, and Palantir is the Dog of the Week. Finally, headlines to start the weekend!  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. 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. Check out https://linkedin.com/MBD for more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

21 Feb 30min

Episode 523: Neal and Toby discuss President Trump’s order to shut down NYC’s congestion pricing program, proclaiming himself as the savior of the working class in Manhattan. Then, Apple announces its newest budget-friendly iPhone 16e, powered by a homegrown chip. Also, EV maker Nikola files Chapter 11 bankruptcy, marking a continuous downfall of a once-favored Wall Street startup. Plus, Neal shares his favorite numbers from DOGE, fire truck companies, and a Chinese box office smash. Lastly, a run through of headlines you need to know. 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. 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. Check out https://linkedin.com/MBD for more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Feb 32min

Episode 522: Neal and Toby discuss the Delta Air Lines plane crash and look into how the plane design may have contributed to the survival of all passengers. Then, Nike’s sales have been slumping, so it’s turned to Kim Kardashian’s Skims to give its business a jolt. Also, Meta announces plans to build an undersea cable across the globe to expand its connectivity. Meanwhile, Toby examines how OpenTable is becoming the one spot to make reservations to hot spots in NYC. Finally, a roundup of the biggest headlines from the day. 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. 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. Check out https://linkedin.com/MBD for more! Listen to Morning Brew Daily Here: https://link.chtbl.com/MBD Watch Morning Brew Daily Here: https://www.youtube.com/@MorningBrewDailyShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Feb 30min