Bloomberg Surveillance

Previewing the Fed Meeting and AI IPOs

Bloomberg Surveillance

Summary

Schwab Advisor Services is highlighted as the leading choice for Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs), offering essential wealth services, technology, and support to help firms excel for their clients. The discussion emphasizes the importance of having a reliable partner in the financial services industry, underscoring Schwab's commitment to being a dependable resource for RIAs.

The conversation shifts to the hiring practices at SpaceX, where candidates must exhibit exceptional abilities and align with the company's unique culture defined by Elon Musk. It is noted that hands-on experience is prioritized over advanced degrees, and candidates are expected to demonstrate loyalty to Musk's vision. The intense work environment is characterized by long hours and the potential for equity compensation, which attracts many to the space exploration dream.

Robert Kaplan, former head of the Dallas Fed, shares insights on the current economic landscape, noting a strong economy driven by AI and defense spending, but sluggishness in sectors like housing and consumer services. He emphasizes the need for the Federal Reserve to carefully consider the balance between supply and demand in inflation management, suggesting that much of the current inflation may be structural rather than cyclical. Kaplan also discusses the importance of productivity growth and balanced regulation to foster economic growth amidst rising government debt levels.

Show Notes

The latest in finance, economics and investment. Watch Tom and Paul LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Surveillance hosted by Tom Keene & Paul Sweeney Tuesday, October 27th, 2026 Featuring: 1) Robert Kaplan, Vice Chairman at Goldman Sachs and former President of the Dallas Fed, talks about the outlook for monetary policy, the US economy, and the Fed's rate hiking cycle. 2) Gary Gensler, former SEC Chair and MIT Professor, talks the Anthropic IPO, the Fed, and how the Midterms could reshape US policy. 3) Mike Wilson, CIO and Chief US Equity Strategist at Morgan Stanley, talks about his S&P call and the earnings driven market. 4) Colin Graham, Head of Multi-Asset Strategies at Robeco, discusses the "uncomfortable sweet spot" for markets and the real debate over nominal growth. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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