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Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg International Economics and Policy Correspondent Michael McKee, Bloomberg News Economics Editor Molly Smith and Jane Oates, Senior Policy Advisor at WorkingNation discuss US job growth steading last month while the unemployment rate rose — a mixed snapshot of a job market hanging in the balance of quickly changing government policy.Nonfarm payrolls increased 151,000 in February after a downward revision to the prior month, according to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report out Friday. The unemployment rate rose to 4.1%. Friday’s report is the latest evidence that the labor market is softening, with more people permanently out of work, fewer workers on federal government payrolls and a jump in those working part-time for economic reasons. The number of Americans holding multiple jobs climbed to a record of nearly 8.9 million.That sets a weak backdrop just as President Donald Trump’s policies raise concerns about the broader economy. Inflation has proven sticky in recent months and consumers are starting to pull back on spending, which, if sustained, may lead businesses to rethink their hiring plans.Bloomberg News Senior Editor Nina Trentmann and Onsemi CFO Thad Trent discuss how the current economic environment is impacting the semiconductor industry. Mary Ellen Iskenderian, CEO at Women’s World Banking, talks about the importance of women’s financial inclusion ahead of International Women's Day. And we Drive to the Close with Tracie McMillion, Head of Global Asset Allocation at Wells Fargo Investment Institute.Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. American Leadership Forum Fellow Shari Dunn discusses her book Qualified: How Competency Checking and Race Collide at Work.Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Policy Analyst Nathan Dean discusses President Donald Trump saying he will exempt Mexico from his new 25% tariffs on any goods and services that fall under the North American trade agreement known as USMCA, offering a reprieve for a major US trading partner.“This Agreement is until April 2nd,” Trump said in a social media post Thursday after speaking with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. “I did this as an accommodation, and out of respect for, President Sheinbaum.” The decision came shortly after Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said Trump was weighing an exemption for both Mexican and Canadian goods under the agreement, saying he expected Trump to officially decide the scope of the delay on Thursday. Bloomberg News Real Economy Team Reporter Mark Niquette explains how half a million US Jobs are on the line as DOGE fallout spreads. Thomas Carroll, Founder & CEO at Ballast Rock Asset Management, talks about real estate still facing a period of uncertainty around rates. Ted Mortonson, Technology Strategist at Baird, on Alibaba's AI model that could upend Deepseek. Former BET CEO and Harvard Alum Debra Lee and Bloomberg News Higher-Education Finance Reporter Janet Lorin discuss how a year after the Supreme Court banned race-based admissions, Harvard Law School's first-year Black student enrollment plummeted — with repercussions way beyond the classroom. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melody Wilding, a Professor of Human Behavior at Hunter College and career coach, unpacks her book, "Managing Up," sharing insights into navigating workplace dynamics. She emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with superiors and effective communication to advance in your career. Wilding also discusses how to approach money conversations with bosses by focusing on future contributions and fostering visibility. Additionally, Elisha Smith Arrillaga talks about Mackenzie Scott's revolutionary unrestricted philanthropy, reshaping how nonprofits receive support.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg News Senior Technology Reporter Dana Hull discusses Tesla sales plunging in some of the world’s biggest EV markets, and protesters and vandals are targeting the company’s stores. She also explains how Tesla's China-made wholesale deliveries fell to the lowest in more than 2 1/2-years last month, adding to a troubling slide in global sales at a time Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk is increasingly distracted by politics. Bloomberg International Economics and Policy Correspondent Michael McKee shares the details of the Fed Beige Book ADP jobs data and breaks down the latest on US tariffs on Canada and Mexico. Bloomberg Businessweek Europe Editor David Rocks provides the details of the Businessweek Magazine story Greenland Voters Weigh Election’s Most Important Issue: Trump. Emmanuel Metais, Dean of EDHEC Business School and Bloomberg News Senior Editor Dimitra Kessenides discuss why more American are going to Europe to study. And we Drive to the Close with Aaron Kennon, CEO at Clear Harbor Asset Management. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. NYSE Global Head of Capital Markets Michael Harris explains how the exchange is adapting to meet the demands of issuers, institutional investors, and global markets. Raj Dhanda, Global Head of Wealth Management at Ares Management, discusses how private credit is evolving as traditional banks pull back from lending. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Meena Flynn, Co-Head of Global Private Wealth Management at Goldman Sachs, discusses advising ultra-high-net-worth individuals. John Roese, Global Chief Technology Officer at Dell Technologies, talks about driving long-term enterprise growth through AI, cloud computing, and edge infrastructure. Bloomberg International Economics and Policy Correspondent Michael McKee breaks down the economic impact of US tariffs. Schonfeld CEO & CIO Ryan Tolkin shares his thoughts on navigating market volatility. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Krumpelman, Chief Investment Strategist at Mariner Wealth Advisors, shares insights on market volatility and future trends, highlighting potential buying opportunities despite uncertainties. Louise Phillips Forbes, a real estate broker at Brown Harris Stevens, discusses the Manhattan real estate landscape, focusing on challenges such as rising costs and labor shortages, while also touching on the influence of generational wealth on home purchases. Together, they navigate the intriguing dynamics shaping today’s investment and real estate markets.

In this discussion, stacy-marie ishmael, Bloomberg's Crypto Managing Editor, shares insights on market skepticism regarding Trump's plan to include lesser-known digital tokens in a U.S. reserve. Alexis Browne Roberts, COO at Alexis Investment Partners, weighs in on emerging market trends amid the new tariffs expected to raise U.S. car prices by as much as $12,000. Together, they explore the ripple effects of these economic shifts on consumers and investors, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in a volatile market.

In this engaging discussion, guests include Alexander Vindman, a retired U.S. Army Lt. Colonel and expert on U.S.-Russia relations, and Edward Fishman, a Columbia professor specializing in sanctions. They dive into the complexities of U.S.-Russia dynamics and the impact of economic warfare amid the Ukraine conflict. Doug McMillan, CEO of Walmart, shares insights on retail's digital evolution, while Amanda Moll reveals the booming med spa industry. The conversation also touches on legal battles surrounding Elon Musk's data access and advancements in autonomous vehicle technology.