Bloomberg Talks

Moelis Vice Chairman Eric Cantor joins "Bloomberg Surveillance TV" to discuss the critical role of energy independence and domestic production in shielding the US economy from global shocks. With crude oil prices climbing back above triple digits and uncertainty surrounding Iran nuclear talks, Cantor emphasizes that while the current market environment is challenging, financial markets remain forward-looking and optimistic about future stability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roche CEO Thomas Schinecker joins Bloomberg's "The Opening Trade" to discuss his company's earnings and the timeline for the potential launch for Roche's blockbuster breast cancer pill that may become one of the company's biggest sellers by the end of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS), a member of the Senate Agriculture and Budget Committees, defends staying the course in the Iran war, saying the US must “finish the job” to prevent a nuclear-armed Iran even as Strait of Hormuz disruptions push up fuel costs and strain farmers. He also says Congress must pass a reconciliation bill “sooner than later” to keep DHS funded, signaling a vote-a-rama could begin as soon as Wednesday night, and warns he would be “disappointed” by cannabis rescheduling. He speaks with Kailey Leinz and Joe Mathieu on the late edition of Bloomberg’s "Balance of Power." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tesla beat Wall Street’s profit expectations to start the year as the automaker said demand for its electric vehicles is rebounding around the globe, hinting at a possible recovery for its long-struggling automotive business. Adjusted earnings rose to 41 cents a share in the first quarter, the company said Wednesday in a statement, higher than the 34-cent average of analyst estimates compiled by Bloomberg. It’s the second straight quarter Tesla’s earnings have exceeded expectations. Tesla said it “saw continued growth in demand for our vehicles” in parts of Asia-Pacific and South America, along with a rebound in North America and the Europe-Middle East region. The surprisingly optimistic comments come several weeks after the automaker reported one of its worst quarters of auto sales in years. For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Businessweek Daily hosts Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec speak with: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rivian’s new R2 model has begun rolling off the manufacturing floor in Normal, Illinois, despite damage to the factory from a tornado over the weekend. The smaller, more affordable SUV is seen as crucial to driving profitability for the electric vehicle maker. Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe joins Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BMW North America CEO Sebastian Mackensen joins Bloomberg's Matt Miller on "Bloomberg Open Interest" to discuss BMW's new 7 Series Sedan as well as the potential impact in electric car sales due to the conflict in Iran. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Kirby, the Chief Executive Officer of United Airlines Holdings Inc., said he wouldn't comment when asked if his company would be buying American Airlines. Kirby did say he is focused on leveling the playing field with foreign airlines and building a "great global airline that all US citizens can be proud of." He speaks with Bloomberg's Lisa Abramowicz from the company headquarters in Chicago. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US Senator Elizabeth Warren, a Massachusetts Democrat, says Republicans need to "grow a backbone" and stand up to President Donald Trump regarding the war in Iran. Speaking on "Balance of Power: Evening Edition," Senator Warren also discusses Federal Reserve Chair Nominee Kevin Warsh's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Donald Trump announced he was extending a ceasefire with Iran indefinitely a day before it was set to expire, even as plans for a fresh round of talks between the two countries fell apart. In a Truth Social post, Trump said Tuesday he would maintain a blockade over ships coming to and from Iran in the Strait of Hormuz. He said Pakistan, which had mediated between the two sides, asked for the US to hold off on fresh strikes and he was extending the ceasefire until Iran submits a new proposal “and discussions are concluded, one way or the other.” For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Businessweek Daily hosts Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec speak with: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UniCredit SpA Chief Executive Officer Andrea Orcel said he’ll put his yearslong effort to buy Commerzbank AG on hold if his takeover bid fails to win him control over the lender. “If we do not reach control, we will take a pause, and we will focus on other topics that we have internally,” Orcel said on Bloomberg Television. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ukraine is open to delay access to the EU Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) funding initially, however, it may become part of negotiations over the next seven-year budget, which would begin in 2034, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime Minister Taras Kachka says in an interview on Bloomberg TV. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DHL Group CEO Tobias Meyer discusses the recent impact of conflict in the Middle East on his firm's operations, particularly the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz and resulting constraints on jet fuel. Meyer says the Group has seen some impact during transit through Asian airports where he's most concerned about supplies. He spoke to Stephen Carroll on Bloomberg Daybreak Europe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apple named hardware chief John Ternus as the iPhone maker’s next leader, with Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook shifting to the role of executive chairman. Ternus, 50, will become CEO on Sept. 1, the company said in a statement Monday. The Apple veteran was head of hardware engineering since 2021 and has spent 25 years focused on product development at the iPhone maker. Bloomberg News previously reported that Ternus was Cook’s heir apparent. Ternus’s hardware engineering division will be taken over by longtime deputy Tom Marieb, according to a person with knowledge of the matter. He will report to newly named Chief Hardware Officer Johny Srouji. In that role, Srouji is gaining oversight of a newly combined hardware engineering and hardware technologies group. For instant reaction and analysis, Bloomberg Businessweek Daily hosts Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec speak with: See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary discusses President Trump's Executive Order aimed at faster research and access to psychedelics, citing promising research and calling this an 'historic moment.' He talks with Romaine Bostick and Katie Greifeld on "The Close." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Bremmer, Eurasia Group president and founder, discusses the recent US military blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, where 27 vessels have been directed to turn back. This move aims to increase economic pressure on Iran, although Bremmer notes that Iran currently benefits from higher oil prices and had previously seen a suspension of US oil sanctions. He speaks on "Bloomberg Open Interest." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Francisco Blanch, head of commodities and derivatives research at Merrill Lynch, discusses the post-conflict issues facing the global oil market, the availability of jet fuel, and the potential timeframe for restoring oil flows once the war in Iran comes to an end. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Blue Origin Chief Executive Officer Dave Limp would like to launch eight to 12 flights this year, he said to ED Ludlow in a Bloomberg Television interview ahead of the launch their new Glenn rocket. “We have plenty of hardware to do that,” he said, noting the unprecedented demand for launches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission Gary Gensler joins Bloomberg This Weekend to talk with Christina Ruffini and David Gura about the CFTC's recent investigations into at least two instances over a period of about two weeks where trading volumes within the oil futures market surged shortly before major announcements from President Trump regarding policy pivots related to the war in Iran. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jill Wyant, President and CEO of Madison Air, joins to discuss the company’s IPO plans and the growing opportunity in data center infrastructure, including the buildout of Terafabs. She speaks with Ed Ludlow on "Bloomberg Tech." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Rieder, Global Fixed Income CIO and Head of the Global Allocation Team at BlackRock, joins "Bloomberg Surveillance TV" and says he sees equities being driven by a combination of “amazing” technicals and “pretty powerful” earnings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.