Taking Stock

Guests: Bloomberg’s Shira Ovide, Gadfly technology columnist, and Spencer Soper, technology and e-commerce reporter, on Amazon’s new headquarters location and advertising future, and Apple’s tax bill and $30 billion capex and jobs plan.Jacques Gordon, Global Head of Research & Strategy for LaSalle Investment Management, on how a renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) will impact the economy and commercial real estate.Bob DiMella, co-head of MacKay Municipal Managers, on munis and tax reform buying opportunities, and their "Top 5 Muni Insights."George Ferguson, Senior Aerospace, Defense & Airlines Analyst, on Airbus getting a $16 billion lifeline order from Emirates.

Marc Chandler, Global Head of Currency Strategy at Brown Brothers Harriman, on outlook for the dollar.Global CEO of Lamborghini, Stefano Domenicali, on their new Super SUVs, the luxury market, and outlook for the company. Ira Jersey, Chief US interest rate strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, discusses why TIPS are a bad inflation hedge for individual investors, and how Fannie & Freddie balance sheets are impacting volatility. Greg Elders, Senior Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on BlackRock pushing companies to contribute to society.

Admiral James Stavridis, retired U.S. Navy admiral and former military commander of NATO, current dean of the Fletcher School at Tufts University and Bloomberg View contributor, on why climate is America's most pressing threat, and reaction to President Trump's comments on his relationship with Kim Jong Un. Chris Whalen, Chairman of Whalen Global Advisors, on why bank earnings are a tale of two industries." Dr. Lacy Hunt, Chief Economist at Hoisington Investment Management, on why he predicts economic disappointments in 2018, leading to lower long-term yields. Shira Ovide, Technology Columnist for Bloomberg Gadfly, on Facebook unveiling big changes to their news feed, to favor content from friends and families over news.

Pulitzer prize winning journalist Jake Bernstein discusses his new book: SECRECY WORLD: Inside the Panama Papers Investigation of Illicit Money Networks and the Global Elite Brian Egger, Senior Gaming & Lodging Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on why 2018 will be one of the most consequential years for the US gaming industry. Olivia Zaleski, technology reporter for Bloomberg, on Uber using a secret system to thwart law authorities by being able to remotely lock up data. Caitlin Webber, Government Analyst U.S. Trade Policy for Bloomberg Intelligence, on the current outlook for NAFTA.

Tim Armstrong, CEO of Oath and former CEO of AOL, on Oath’s outlook and strategy to compete for ad dollars. Anne Sheehan, Director of Corporate Governance at CalSTRS Investments, discusses the company urging Apple to create ways for parents to restrict children’s access to their mobile phones.Michael Zezas, Head of US Public Policy & Municipal Credit Strategy at Morgan Stanley, on how political noise will impact markets this year. Vincent Piazza, Senior Equity Energy Analyst/ Global Sector Leader for Bloomberg Intelligence, on outlook for oil and E&Ps, as Goldman reports OPEC will try to keep prices down below $70.

Roger McNamee, co-Founder of Elevation Partners, on the appropriate role of internet monopolies in society, and why Facebook still has time to rectify itself. Joel Levington, Senior Credit Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, with a new report on Tesla credit. Ira Jersey, Chief US interest rate strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, discusses rate outlook for 2018, and how a record number of young workers remain at home. American Water CEO Susan Story on the current landscape for Trump’s infrastructure plan on the country’s aging and outdated water infrastructure, and how the company is securing critical networks from cyberattacks.

Chris Burniske, Partner at Placeholder and advisor to ARK Investment Management, on outlook for cryptocurrencies in 2018 and upcoming blockchain ETFs. Josh Green, National Correspondent for Bloomberg Businessweek, on the Trump-Bannon feud, following revelations in the Fire and Fury book. Robert LoCascio, CEO and Founder of LivePerson, Inc, on how machine learning and AI is being implemented in customer care industry, and impact of Facebook’s entry. Debra Katz, Employee Rights Attorney at Katz, Marshall & Banks, on how sexual harassment in the workplace costs companies money and creates wage disparities.

Asher Troppe, Co-Founder and CEO of Tress Capital, on Jeff Sessions and the Trump administration reversing Obama's hands-off marijuana policy and how cannabis stocks will fare.Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering technology, on Apple’s exposure to the chip flaw, and how the company’s efforts to make amends could be bad for business. Tom Gimbel, CEO of staffing firm LaSalle Network, on jobs data, and how CEOs are confident and hiring. Anna Edney, health care reporter for Bloomberg, on how the plan to slash US drug costs leans on problem-plagued factories.

Richard Ravitch, Former Lieutenant Governor of New York and Chairman of the MTA, on how to fund the NYC subway crisis, outlook for the infrastructure bill, and Puerto Rico. Liam Denning, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist, on how Tesla investors keep giving it the benefit of the doubt, despite constantly moving targets. Kurt Kara, Head of Value Equities at Copenhagen-based Maj Invest, discusses the stock fund that beats 95% of peers while ignoring CEO talk and research.

Bob Sinche, Global Strategist for Amherst Pierpont Securities, discusses why the 10-year US yield is poised to rise 3.5% in 2018.Christopher Flavelle, climate policy reporter for Bloomberg, on how climate change is impacting real estate in Florida.Seth Pinsky, Executive Vice President and Investment Manager of the RXR Metropolitan Emerging Market Strategy, growth potential in NYC, tax reform, and outlook for infrastructure. Trista Kelley, market structure team leader for Bloomberg in London, on how the start of MiFID is impacting trading volumes.

Ira Jersey, Chief US Interest Rate Strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, on FOMC Preview and Japanese Yields. We also have Bruce Bittles, Chief Investment Officer for Baird, on markets, the economy, and current investment strategy. Also joining the program is Jamie Butters, Bloomberg US Auto Reporter, on his story "Fed Outlook for Higher Rates Dims U.S. Auto Sales View for 2018”. And also joining the show is Chris Leavy, Co-Chairman and Partner at MedMen, on what investors should know about the marijuana space, as well as the wider economic implications of this legislation.

David Kudla, CEO and Chief Investment Strategist of Mainstay Capital, on market outlook and his current sector picks.David Kudla, CEO and Chief Investment Strategist of Mainstay Capital, on market outlook and his current sector picks. Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering technology, on the eight biggest themes in technology for 2017, and Facebook's crucial video efforts. Karen Mills, former SBA Administrator and Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School, on the impact that Trump's tax plan will have on small business, and outlook for infrastructure. Lou Palumbo, director of Elite Intelligence and Protection, on the costs associated with protecting crowds on New Year's Eve and other large events.

General Merrill McPeak, retired four-star general and former Air Force Chief of Staff, on what America's options are for hotspots like North Korea, Israel and Iran.David Fanger, Senior Vice President at Financial Institutions Group, at Moody's, on their 2018 outlook for US and global investment banks.Brian Chappatta, US Treasuries reporter, on bond titans' top trades for 2018.Jamie Butters, US autos reporter for Bloomberg, on how Ford's Lincoln Brand is losing luster in the crowded luxury landscape, and may not justify a US presence.

Tim Speiss, Partner-in-Charge of EisnerAmper’s Personal Wealth Advisors Group, on how New Yorkers can prepay their property taxes early, according to Governor Cuomo’s plan. Lananh Nguyen, FX reporter for Bloomberg, with a roundup of currency strategists picking FX winners for 2018. Ken Shea, Senior Analyst Global Food, Beverages & Tobacco for Bloomberg Intelligence, on how the pressure is on for smokeless products to save the tobacco industry. Pancho Kinney, former Director of Strategy at the White House Drug Policy Office and former policy director at the White House Office of Homeland Security, discusses risks posed by air traffic control privatization, and the impact it would have on defense, border security and drug enforcement.

Guests:John Kilduff, Founding Partner of Again Capital, on the oil markets, current forecast, and OPEC projections. Brad McMillan, Chief Investment Officer for Commonwealth Financial Network, on why tax cuts won’t improve growth in 2018, but it could be the year of inflation. Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Gadfly columnist covering technology, on analysts cutting Apple iPhone X forecasts. Craig Johnson, President of Customer Growth Partners, on the best holiday retail season since 2005.

Christopher Flavelle, climate policy reporter for Bloomberg, on Louisiana finalizing a plan to move thousands of people from areas threatened by the rising Gulf of Mexico, in what could be a blueprint for climate change policy. Restaurateur Alan Stillman, Founder of Quality Branded Partner, on the 40th anniversary of Smith & Wollensky, how he started TGI Friday's, and how technology has impacted the restaurant industry. George Ferguson, Senior Aerospace, Defense & Airlines Analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Boeing said to be in talks to acquire Embraer. Jonathan Miller, President and CEO of Miller Samuel, on how NYC housing values will be impacted in the wake of the tax bill.

Vernon Silver, projects and investigations reporter for Bloomberg in Rome, on Facebook's little-known global government and politics team that works with nearly anyone seeking or securing power. John Petrides, Managing Director & Portfolio Manager at Point View Wealth Management, on why FAANG is getting long in the tooth. Phil Orlando, Chief Equity Strategist at Federated, on why small caps will benefit from the tax bill. Mike Bodson, President and Chief Executive Officer of DTCC (Depository Trust & Clearing Corp.), discusses their report on the biggest risks in the global financial system.

Ralph Schlosstein, President and CEO of Evercore, on why the GOP tax plan could have a significant effect on New York City and its role as global financial center. Shira Ovide, Bloomberg Gadfly technology columnist, on Uber losing its EU court fight, after the top court ruled its ride-hailing service should be regulated as a transport company. Bobby Cho, Head of Trading for Cumberland, with a look at how bitcoin is traded.Mandeep Singh, tech industry analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence, on Airbnb launching its own apartment complexes: does this change its business model from tech to hotel?

Max Nisen, Biotech, Pharma and Healthcare Columnist for Bloomberg Gadfly, on his article “A Humana Deal Would Escalate the Insurance Arms Race: Gadfly”. We also have Alberto Gallo, Portfolio Manager and Head of Macro Strategies at Algebris Investments, on his investment outlook for 2018. Joseph Lubin, Ethereum Co-Founder & founder of Global Blockchain Specialist Consensys, on why Ether's growth will continue. Also joining is David Lee, COO and CFO of Impossible Foods, on their plant-based "meat" burgers, why Bill Gates is an investor, and growth outlook. 

Mark Anquillare, Chief Operating Officer of Verisk Analytics, on the need for private flood insurance and insuring a nuclear attack. Ken Fisher, the founder, chairman and co-CIO of Fisher Investments, on bitcoin and tax plan.  Tamara  Gafney, Senior Director at Adobe Digital Insights, on holiday tech sales forecast. Burt Flickinger,  Managing Director at Strategic Resource Group, on holiday retail sales.