Scott and Ed discuss the trade court’s ruling that Trump lacked the authority to impose most tariffs, Trump Media’s plan to buy bitcoin and Nvidia’s first quarter earnings. Then they discuss Nippon Steel’s acquisition of U.S. Steel, arguing there was no strong reason to block the deal in the first place and debating when government intervention in business is justified. Finally, they explore Neuralink’s latest funding round, acknowledging the technology’s potential while cautioning that widespread adoption may take longer than expected. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgmarkets Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss the latest tariff tensions between the U.S. and the European Union, how the market reacted to BYD’s price cuts, and a potential sale of OnlyFans. Then Aswath Damodaran, professor of finance at NYU’s Stern School of Business, returns to the show to break down what he’s learned about the markets since Liberation Day. He discusses why investors may soon shift their focus back to earnings, offers his take on BYD, and weighs in on when tariffs and rising deficits could start impacting the markets. Take a survey to let us know what you think about the show Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth" out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgmarkets Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Starting June 9th, we’ll be publishing a new episode every day of the week, exclusively on the Prof G Markets feed. Be sure to follow Prof G Markets if you haven’t already. For Memorial Day, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes where Scott shares the story of his entrepreneurial journey — from launching a video rental business in his 20s to building his latest venture, Prof G Media. He reflects on the lessons he learned, the surprises that shaped his path, and the most meaningful moments along the way. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss Moody’s decision to downgrade U.S. debt, why universities are offloading private equity stakes at a discount, and Trump’s comments about Walmart raising prices. Then Scott Goodwin, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Diameter Capital Partners, joins the show to break down what investors need to watch in today’s credit markets. He explains why high-grade corporate bonds may now be a safer bet than Treasuries, how to get started investing in credit, and shares his thesis behind buying Twitter’s debt. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth" out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss why United Health’s stock hit a five year low, Warner Bros. Discovery's latest move to rebrand Max, and Airbnb’s foray into offering bookable services for travelers. They then break down earnings from Alibaba and Tencent, highlighting how the results signal the growing momentum of AI in China — and why they're feeling bullish on the country's tech sector. Finally, they dissect the GOP’s proposed tax bill, explaining how it overwhelmingly favors the wealthiest Americans and threatens to accelerate wealth concentration across the country. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on InstagramFollow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss the market’s reaction to Trump’s drug pricing plan, Perplexity’s latest funding round, and Coinbase’s addition to the S&P 500. Then Alice Han, China economist and director at Greenmantle, returns to the show to break down how China views the ongoing trade war. She unpacks the current state of U.S.-China negotiations and why a deal remains elusive. Plus, she weighs in on which country she’s more bullish on in the long run. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on InstagramFollow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss Trump’s new trade framework with the U.K., the Federal Reserve’s latest decision, and the Melania coin grift. Then they take a look at Apple’s potential move to replace Google as Safari’s default search engine, unpacking the ripple effects on Google’s stock. Ed lays out his case for why the company is deeply undervalued. Finally, they break down Uber’s latest earnings and explain why certain societal factors make them particularly optimistic about the company’s future. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss Trump’s tariffs on films produced outside the U.S., OpenAI scrapping its plans to become a for-profit company, and Warren Buffett’s decision to step down as CEO of Berkshire Hathaway. Then Michael Cembalest, the Chairman of Market and Investment Strategy for JPMorgan Asset & Wealth Management, joins the show to unpack how macroeconomic shifts are shaping his investment outlook. He discusses whether current conditions point to looming stagflation, offers practical advice for navigating today’s volatility, and shares why he’s still optimistic that markets could normalize.  Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss the latest U.S. GDP report, new data on China’s factory activity, and the launch of Amazon’s new internet satellites. Then they turn to Big Tech earnings, breaking down first quarter results from Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta. Finally, they examine the Trump administration’s decision to resume forced collections on defaulted student loans, discussing the broader implications and potential solutions for addressing student debt. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss Huawei’s new challenge to Nvidia, Apple shifting U.S. iPhone production from China to India, and Spotify’s Q1 earnings report. Then Mark Mahaney, senior managing director and head of internet research at Evercore, returns to the show to share his top internet stock picks. He explains why he believes Google is the cheapest of big tech, highlights the strategic value of Waymo, and offers his insights on Uber. He also breaks down what’s driving market enthusiasm around Netflix and Spotify. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss Trump’s decision to invite the top holders of his memecoin to a private dinner, Boeing’s first quarter earnings, and a new report underscoring the worsening wealth inequality in the U.S. Then, they explore how Trump’s policy reversals are undermining America’s global reputation in the markets. Finally, they break down Tesla’s first-quarter report, why the markets reacted so positively to the terrible results, and the key moments from the earnings call.  Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on InstagramFollow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss the rally in the Euro and German bonds, Chinese state-backed funds pulling out of U.S. private equity, and Bill Ackman’s investment in Hertz. Then Ryan Petersen, the founder and CEO of Flexport, a leader in global supply chain management, joins the show to unpack the real-world impact of tariffs on American businesses. He breaks down how the levies will drive inflation, shares his outlook on the trade war with China, and explains how supply chains are rapidly reshaping. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed discuss gold hitting a record high, the Trump administration’s new restrictions on chip exports, and Jerome Powell’s comments on tariffs. Then, they unpack how other nations are pushing back against the tariffs, highlighting Trump’s key strategic missteps—including his underestimation of global rivals. Finally, they dissect the key moments from the Meta antitrust trial so far, with Scott laying out the economic upsides of breaking up the company, and Ed outlining how the FTC could actually come out on top. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vote for Prof G Markets at the Webby Awards Scott and Ed discuss how the markets reacted to Trump’s tariff exemption on smartphones and computers, the dollar falling to a three-year low, and first quarter bank earnings. Then William Cohan, New York Times bestselling author and founding partner of Puck, joins the show to unpack the latest developments in the bond market. He explores the potential fallout of a credit crisis, weighs in on whether Japan and China are wielding the bond market as a geopolitical weapon, and offers his take on where the next wave of damage from the tariffs is likely to surface. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed dive into the ongoing trade war, unpacking how markets reacted to Trump’s 90-day tariff pause and the broader turmoil with China. They break down what may have just been the greatest day of insider trading in history, assess the damage to American 401Ks, and explore what likely drove Trump to hit pause on the tariffs. Scott also offers practical advice for weathering the uncertainty ahead.  Vote for Prof G Markets at the Webby Awards Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed dive in and break down the massive volatility in the markets this week due to Trump’s tariffs. Then Gary Stevenson, host of the Youtube channel Gary’s Economics, joins the show to break down the roots of wealth inequality. He explains what he learned from the 2008 financial crisis, offers ideas for what could help bring back a strong middle class, shares his perspective on the trade war, and gives practical advice for navigating this rapidly changing world.  Vote for Prof G Markets at the Webby Awards Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed dig into the rubble of the record breaking $6.6 trillion sell-off following Trump’s tariffs announcements. They break down how Trump determined the tariff rates, what the tariffs will do to company earnings and the real economy, and offer advice on how to deal with turmoil in the markets as an investor.   Vote for Prof G Markets at the Webby Awards Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ed opens the show by discussing Trump’s tariffs, xAI’s purchase of X, and OpenAI’s record-breaking funding round. Then Tim Higgins, Wall Street Journal columnist covering the automobile industry, joins the show to break down how the auto tariffs will impact the car industry and the broader economy. He shares his take on who stands to benefit from those tariffs, checks in on Tesla’s biggest challenges, and examines the competitive landscape of the self-driving and electric vehicle markets.  Vote for Prof G Markets at the Webby Awards Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Delaware's changes to its corporate governance laws, Waymo’s expansion into Washington D.C., and GameStop's decision to add bitcoin to its treasury reserves. Then they analyze Engine Capital’s activist push at Lyft, offering insights and strategic suggestions on how the rideshare company can strengthen its business. Finally, they break down the growing challenges for college graduates in today’s job market, with Scott sharing practical advice for those looking for a job.  Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Apple’s $1 billion annual loss on AppleTV+, Silver Lake’s move to take Endeavor private, and Nike’s latest earnings report. Then Carsten Brzeski, Global Head of Macro Research and Chief Eurozone Economist for ING, joins the show to break down Germany’s political and economic landscape. He unpacks the growing fragmentation among political parties and explains the country’s longstanding reluctance to take on debt. Carsten also breaks down the recent surge in capital allocations to the Eurozone and weighs in on whether this could mark the beginning of a sustained multi-year rally. Subscribe to the Prof G Markets newsletter  Order "The Algebra of Wealth," out now Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Follow the podcast across socials @profgpod: Instagram Threads X Reddit Follow Scott on Instagram Follow Ed on Instagram and X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices