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Is the software giant still a growth company? (00:21) Tim Beyers and Ricky Mulvey break down results from Oracle and why Microsoft is focusing on start-ups for the next leg of its AI strategy. Plus, (18:10) Mary Long and Motley Fool analyst Anthony Schiavone look at Hershey’s near-term headwinds and long-term opportunity for investors. Companies discussed: ORCL, MSFT, DOCN, HSY Article discussed: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/microsoft-nadella-openai-inflection-9727e77a?mod=hp_lead_pos7 Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Tim Beyers, Mary Long, Anthony Schiavone Engineers: Tim Sparks, Austin Morgan Public.com disclosure: A High-Yield Cash Account is a secondary brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn a variable interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance. Neither Public Investing nor any of its affiliates is a bank. US only. Learn more at public.com/disclosures/high-yield-account Learn more about your ad choices.

If everyone else is buying, should you be too? (00:21) Jim Gillies and Mary Long discuss macro news from the US and Canada. Plus, Jim reflects on down markets of days gone by. Then, at (16:10) Alex Friedman talks with organizational psychologist Richard Davis, author of the new book “Good Judgment,” about the importance of a CEO’s personality. Public.com disclosure: A High-Yield Cash Account is a secondary brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn a variable interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance. Neither Public Investing nor any of its affiliates is a bank. US only. Learn more at public.com/disclosures/high-yield-account Companies discussed: PTON, UA Host: Mary Long Guests: Jim Gillies, Alex Friedman, Richard Davis Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineers: Dan Boyd, Dez Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s not artificial intelligence. It’s Apple Intelligence. (00:21) Nick Sciple and Ricky Mulvey discuss the updates from Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference, and what they mean for the tech giant’s customers and investors. Plus, they look at how Cracker Barrel is trying to reinvent itself. Then, (17:48) Alison Southwick and Robert Brokamp check in on the state of retirement. Learn more about the Range Rover Sport at www.landroverusa.com Got a question for Alison and Bro? Email it to podcasts@fool.com Companies discussed: AAPL, MSFT, CBRL Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Nick Sciple, Alison Southwick, Robert Brokamp Engineers: Dan Boyd, Annie Pope Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elliott Management amps up the activist activity, and puts Southwest’s leadership and board on notice.  (00:21) Asit Sharma and Dylan Lewis discuss: - Why Elliot Management is looking to shakeup leadership at Southwest after taking a 10%+ stake in the airline. - Nvidia’s stock split, and why this one may matter more than most. - The new names in the S&P 500 – Crowdstrike, KKR, and GoDaddy – and what they say about the state of the market.  (17:57) Are the world’s tallest buildings ego-projects or promising investment opportunities? Ricky Mulvey talks with economist and skyscraper expert Jason Barr, about the state of “supertalls” and how China’s building boom is leading to an increase in homeowners without homes. Companies discussed: LUV, NVDA, CRWD, KKR, GDDY, RHI, CMA, ILMN Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: Asit Sharma, Ricky Mulvey, Jason Barr Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineers: Dan Boyd Visit our sponsor Monarch Money: Go to monarchmoney.com/FOOL for an extended 30 day free trial. Learn more about your ad cho

Nearly half of Americans say they’re willing to pay for weight-loss drugs. But what are the downsides to these so-called “miracle drugs”? Johann Hari is the author of the book, “Magic Pill: The Extraordinary Benefits and Disturbing Risks of the New Weight Loss Drugs.” Ricky Mulvey caught up with Hari for a conversation about: The medical magic that makes GLPs so effective Whether online pharmacies can responsibly prescribe these drugs Why there’s a much larger market for these in the US than in other parts of the world To see where you can get a copy of “Magic Pill,” head to: www.magicpillbook.com Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: Johann Hari Producer: Mary Long Engineer: Tim Sparks Companies discussed: NVO, LLY, ZM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last year, 440,000 new apartments went on the market – a 36-year high. This year, even more new builds are coming. That’s good news for renters, but perhaps less good for developers. What about REIT investors? Matt Argersinger and Ricky Mulvey discuss the state of the multifamily market and why REITs (of any stripe!) aren’t out for the count quite yet. Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: Matt Argersinger Producer: Mary Long Engineer: Dan Boyd Epic Bundle discount link: www.fool.com/epic Companies discussed: MAA, PLD, DLR, SPG Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gotta-have-it businesses like Crowdstrike aren’t seeing any slowdown this earnings season, but goods like RVs and high-end athleisure aren’t exactly flying off the shelves. (00:21) Bill Mann and Jason Moser discuss: - The strength of Crowdstrike’s recent earnings and cybersecurity spend, a cyclical company that looks interesting, and why even at valuation lows, Lululemon has some work to do. - Why some investors are interested in starting a new stock exchange in Texas and Spotify’s latest price hikes. (19:11) The regulatory environment continues to heat up – late last month the DOJ filed its latest antitrust suit against ticketing giant Live Nation. Motley Fool Canada analyst Nick Sciple unpacks the case and what it might mean for Live Nation and investors. (32:24) Jason and Bill break down two stocks on their radar: Docusign and Casey’s General Stores. Stocks discussed: CAVA, NDAQ, KR, ORCL, SPOT, SHOP, CVX, BUR Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: Bill Mann, Jason Moser, Nick Sciple Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more

If you own an S&P 500 index fund then about 20% of your money is in Microsoft, Nvidia, and Apple. (00:21) Asit Sharma and Ricky Mulvey discuss why big tech is driving the market, earnings from Lululemon, and mindset advice for new investors. Plus, (17:05) Mary Long interviews Tom Steyer, author of “Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We’ll Win the Climate War” about advancements in green tech. Companies discussed: AAPL, NVDA, MSFT, LULU, CAVA, CRM Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Asit Sharma, Mary Long, Tom Steyer Engineers: Dan Boyd, Tim Sparks Public.com disclosure: A High-Yield Cash Account is a secondary brokerage account with Public Investing, member FINRA/SIPC. Funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn a variable interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance. Neither Public Investing nor any of its affiliates is a bank. US only. Learn more at public.com/disclosures/high-yield-account Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Growth comes easy when the product speaks for itself. At (00:21), David Meier and Mary Long discuss CrowdStrike earnings and a tender offer from Monster Beverage. Then, at (17:08), Asit Sharma catches up with John McCool, Chief Platform Officer at Arista Networks. They discuss Arista's role in the AI race, how competition fuels innovation, and what's next for the cloud-based networking company. Learn more about the Range Rover Sport at: www.landroverusa.com Companies discussed: CRWD, PANW, MNST, ANET, NVDA, CSCO, JNPR, MSFT Host: Mary Long Guests: David Meier, Asit Sharma, John McCool Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineers: Dan Boyd, Tim Sparks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A juicy short report goes up against business fundamentals. (00:21) Jim Gillies and Ricky Mulvey break down Hindenburg Research’s report on Axos Financial. Plus, Jim discusses why investors should consider adding Academy Sports + Outdoors to their watchlists. Plus, (16:47) Robert Brokamp interviews Eileen Freiburger, Managing Director of the Garrett Planning Network, about what you should expect from meeting with a financial advisor. Learn more about the Range Rover Sport at www.landroverusa.com Companies mentioned: AX, NKLA, CLOV, DKS, ASO Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Jim Gillies, Robert Brokamp, Eileen Freiburger Engineers: Dan Boyd, Austin Morgan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The biggest name in waste is looking to build out its business, and it might have found a cheap way to get into medical waste and document shredding with Stericycle.   (0:25) Bill Barker and Dylan Lewis discuss: - Waste Management’s planned $7B acquisition of medical waste company Stericycle, and how it’s a cheap addition to help WM build out its offerings.  - Costco’s strong quarter, why membership prices are an untapped lever, and how the hot dog combo continues to be $1.50. - Why big is better for retailers this earnings season.  (15:34) How is AI changing search? Tim Beyers and Tim White breakdown why Google has welcomed what used to be its greatest fear onto its site. Companies discussed: WM, COST, SRCL, GOOG, GOOGL Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: Bill Barker, Tim Beyers, Tim White Producer: Mary Long Engineers: Dan Boyd, Dez Jones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Almost half of the United States believes the S&P 500 is down for the year. The chart says otherwise. So, what can explain the disconnect? Kyla Scanlon is an economic commentator and educator. Her new book is “In This Economy? How Money & Markets Really Work.” Mary Long caught up with Scanlon for a conversation about:  - The challenges of measuring economic data. - What’s driving inflation. - How Domino’s turned around its business. Host: Mary Long Guest: Kyla Scanlon Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

… and other legendary leaders. David Novak is the former CEO of Yum! Brands. He’s also the author of the new book, “How Leaders Learn: Master the Habits of the World’s Most Successful People.” Ricky Mulvey caught up with Novak to discuss: Using power to empower others. Lessons from market-beating executives. Why prioritizing people over results is a winning strategy. Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: David Novak Producer: Mary Long Engineer: Tim Sparks Companies discussed: YUM, CHDN, SBUX, GE, WMT, HD, LUV, TGT, AMZN, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, NFLX, GOOG, DASH Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Abercrombie and Fitch and Dick’s Sporting Goods show the familiar names near the food court are doing just fine, and we share one stock that wins regardless of where you stop in to shop. (00:21) Jason Moser and Matt Argersinger discuss: - Cava’s valuation at fresh all-time highs post-earnings, why Salesforce might be a buy on the dip, and Chewy’s strength as a focused company on full display. - Banner quarters from Dick’s Sporting Goods and Abercrombie and Fitch proving the mall isn’t dead any time soon. (19:11) To help us wade through the great tightening in commercial real estate, why many sellers aren’t quite ready to deal, and what the rate picture looks like, last week Motley Fool contributor Matt Frankel talked with Willy Walker, CEO of Walker and Dunlop. (35:20) Jason and Matt break down two stocks on their radar: PayPal and Simon Property Group. Stocks discussed: PYPL, SPG. Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: Jason Moser, Matt Argersinger, Matt Frankel, WIlly Walker Engineers: Dan Boyd Learn more about you

Sales slow for the software company. But is that the end of the growth story? At (00:21), Tim Beyers and Mary Long break down Salesforce earnings and ask whether the stock’s slump is warranted. Then, at (17:22), Asit Sharma and Ricky Mulvey take a look at some companies that could ride the tailwinds of Nvidia’s standout earnings. Check out the Range Rover Sport at www.landroverusa.com Companies discussed: CRM, SNOW, AMZN, NVDA, AMD, MSFT, MU Host: Mary Long Guests: Tim Beyers, Asit Sharma, Ricky Mulvey Engineer: Tim Sparks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On May 29, there is one investing account that deserves a celebration. First up, (00:21) Ricky Mulvey and Bill Barker break down earnings from Chewy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, and CAVA. Then, (16:16) Robert Brokamp discusses the fundamentals of 529 Plans and saving for college with Roger Young, CFP and Thought Leadership Director at T. Rowe Price. Check out Pivotal with Hayete Gallot: https://pivotal-with-hayete-gallot.cohostpodcasting.com/ Companies discussed: CHWY, DKS, CAVA Host: Ricky Mulvey Guests: Bill Barker, Robert Brokamp, Roger Young Engineers: Dan Boyd, Austin Morgan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes, great isn’t good enough. (00:21) Jason Moser and Mary Long discuss T-Mobile’s latest purchase and why Elliott Management has beef with a company that’s trading at all-time highs. Then, at (14:51), Yasser el-Shimy joins for a look at Rocket Lab, the end-to-end space company. Companies discussed: TMUS, VZ, T, TDS, USM, TXN, RKLB Learn more about the Range Rover Sport at www.landroverusa.com. Host: Mary Long Guests: Jason Moser, Yasser el-Shimy Producer: Ricky Mulvey Engineers: Dan Boyd, Chace Pryzlepa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Venture capitalists don’t mind strike-outs, so long as they get their home runs. What can stock investors learn from that approach?  Ricky Mulvey talks with Ilya Strebulaev and Alex Dang, co-authors of “The Venture Mindset: How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth,” about: The benefits of building an “anti-portfolio” Why it pays to get outside of your own four walls Lessons from a piggy bank auction Strebulaev is also the founder of the Venture Capital Initiative and a Professor of Private Equity and Finance at Stanford’s Graduate School of Business. Dang is a CEO, technology executive, and advisor who’s worked with Amazon, McKinsey, and across Silicon Valley. Companies discussed: CRM, AAPL, IBM Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: Alex Dang, llya Strebulaev Producer: Mary Long Engineers: Tim Sparks, Heather Horton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2018, the U.S. box office grossed almost $12 billion. This year, it’s expected to bring in closer to $8 billion. What’s eating the silver screen? Catie Peiper, the Fool’s resident entertainment expert, joins Ricky Mulvey for a look at the state of the movie industry. They discuss: The relationship between streamers, studios, and theaters. How losing China as a distributor changes the dynamics of business – and creativity. Where moviemaking goes from here. Companies discussed: DIS Host: Ricky Mulvey Guest: Catie Peiper Producers: Mary Long Engineers: Tim Sparks, Chace Przylepa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI continues to float Nvidia’s boat, and it's helping an unlikely old school name in tech. (00:21) Jason Moser and Bill Mann discuss: - Nvidia’s blowout quarter and upcoming stock split. - Why buy-now-pay-later is going to start looking more like the credit card industry, and what Jamie Dimon has to say about the state of JP Morgan.  - Earnings updates from retailers Target, Autozone, and Lowe’s. (19:11) We dip into the mailbag to answer some questions about a red-hot legacy tech stock, how to handle a growing position, and how to break into the investing biz. (32:27) Jason and Bill break down two stocks on their radar, Sonos and Boston Beer, and a few recipes on their radar too. Stocks discussed: NVDA, AFRM, JPM, TGT, AZO, LOW Host: Dylan Lewis Guests: Jason Moser, Bill Mann Engineers: Dan Boyd Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices