Leading Indicator

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Interviews with leaders in business, finance, and technology. Hear from experts, analysts, & economists as they break down the top market headlines, dive into strategies of public companies, and uncover tech trends. A podcast by Public.com. Public.com allows you to invest in stocks, crypto, and alternative assets. Get started by signing up at Public.com with code PODCAST. This content is for informational purposes and is not investment advice. Open To The Public Investing, member of FINRA and SIPC. This content is not investment advice. Investing involves risk of loss.

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Sweetgreen CEO on Powering Profits with Protein & Autonomous Restaurant Expansion

May 17 2024 30 mins

Is protein Sweetgreen’s missing ingredient for profitability? Sweetgreen CEO Jonathan Neman joins Leading Indicator to discuss: Impact of steak launch and protein plates on sales Infinite Kitchen expansion plans & automation’s role in the restaurant Pricing edge vs. fast-food chains like $MCD Hosted by Hope King. The content of the video is for general and informatio

Why Autonomous Robots Could be Mowing Your Lawn Soon | Electric Sheep

May 13 2024 12 mins

Nag Murty, CEO of Electric Sheep, explains the company’s path toward manufacturing autonomous lawnmowers and using them to disrupt the more than $100 billion landscaping industry. Murty explains the AI behind Electric Sheep’s autonomous fleet, how autonomous robots can solve the employee shortage issue, and what the company sees for the future of a robotics workforce. The conte

PubMatic CEO on What TikTok Ban Means for Ad Industry, Q1 Earnings Recap

May 09 2024 12 mins

PubMatic CEO Rajeev Goel joins Leading Indicator to talk what a TikTok ban would mean for digital ad market, Paris Olympics & US election impact on ad demand, and the catalysts that fueled 20% revenue growth in the recent quarter. With host J.D. Durkin. Guests and hosts are not affiliated with or endorsed by Public Holdings or its subsidiaries. You should make your own financi

How an Eroding Job Market Could Cause Faster Rate Cuts | Danielle DiMartino Booth

May 02 2024 11 mins

Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist at QI Research LLC & Fmr Federal Reserve insider, breaks down the unsettling layoff numbers this Spring and why weakening job data could push the Fed into potentially cutting rates three times this year. DiMartino Booth also discusses recent inflation trends, the Fed's balance sheet plans, & her outlook for recession.

What the Election Means for Fed Policy and Independence | Joseph Wang

Apr 30 2024 11 mins

Joseph Wang, CIO of Monetary Macro, weighs in on why this Fed meeting matters even though it’s almost a sure thing that rates are held steady. Plus, should the President have a hand in the Federal Reserve’s policymaking? Wang explains what it would mean if the Fed lost its independence, and how the election factors into upcoming rate decisions. Hosted by Kyla Scanlon.

Tesla's New Reality of Lower Profits and a Divisive Elon Musk | Ross Gerber

Apr 24 2024 13 mins

Ross Gerber, President and CEO at Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, is a long-time Tesla investor. Gerber reacts to Tesla's plunging profits, accelerated timeline for a mass market EV model, a potential autonomous ride-sharing app, and the consequences of what he says is divisive commentary from Elon Musk. The content of the video is for general and informatio

Why Tesla's Manufacturing Evolution Could Boost its New EV | Farzad Mesbahi

Apr 24 2024 15 mins

Farzad Mesbahi, former Tesla insider, breaks down recent EV battery demand trends and why nosediving prices could help make the company's new affordable vehicle more profitable. Mesbahi also provides insights related to Tesla's Robotaxi plans, the future of autonomy at the company, & more. The content of the video is for general and informational purposes only. All view

Why Netflix Needs Live Sports and Advertising to Keep Growing | Mark Mahaney

Apr 19 2024 9 mins

Mark Mahaney, Senior Managing Director at EvercoreISI, breaks down Netflix crushing expectations for subscriber growth in the recent quarter, its decision to no longer share subscriber data, and its high-stakes venture into live events. Mark has been a top-rated tech analyst for more than two decades. Hosted by Ann Berry.

Why Big Banks Could Drive Bitcoin Higher | Matthew Hougan

Apr 19 2024 9 mins

Matt Hougan, CIO at Bitwise, explains why big banks aren't currently allowed to buy Bitcoin ETFs. Hougan believes that banks will soon hurdle this barrier which could bring a demand boost to Bitcoin. Hougan also breaks down the upcoming Bitcoin halving event and what a supply shock could mean for the digital asset in the wake of increased institutional demand. The content of

How 2024 Elections Could be Influencing Fed Policy | Cem Karsan

Apr 16 2024 10 mins

Cem Karsan, Founder & CIO, Kai Volatility breaks down why the Fed will continue to support U.S. economic growth even in the wake of hotter inflation due to political pressures from this year's upcoming November elections. Karsan also provides his thoughts on the future of market volatility, options trading strategies, & more. Options are not suitable for all investors a