You’re In Business

Can Beirut’s New Reform Agenda Save the Pound?

In this episode you hear from Chief Economist Nasser Saidi about Lebanon’s crisis and the steps needed to fix it. He shows how overhauling banks as well as creating a national wealth fund can rebuild public trust. The country actually has a real chance to recover. Nasser Saidi is the Founder and President of Nasser Saidi & Associates. Former roles include Executive Director of Hawkamah, The Institute for Corporate Governance as well as the Minister of Economy and Trade between 1998-2000. He was also the first Vice-Governor of the Central Bank of Lebanon (BDL) for two successive mandates. ---- 📌 Enjoy this interview? SUBSCRIBE for more @ygemedia . Links to our partners are in the show notes. Thank you for watching! ---- 🗒️ Time Stamps 00:00 Show Open, Top-Line on Lebanon’s Reform02:53 Long Road to Rescue a Quasi-Failed State 07:23 What Happens to Money Stuck in Banks?10:36 Inspiration from Sovereign Wealth Funds 13:24 A Renaissance in Relations with the Gulf16:15 Flexible Exchange Rate Absorbs Pressure18:02 Early Warning at Central Bank of Lebanon21:14 Saudi Arabia’s Economic Situation in 202525:14 Shift to Deeper Trade Dynamics with Asia29:36 Impact of Trade Tariffs on Wider Mideast32:17 Currencies Due for a “Strategic Review”36:28 Real Playbook for the New Trump World41:22 Personal Reflections, How Interest Began---- By hekayaproductions ---- DISCLAIMER You’re in Business is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice. #lebanon #economics #tariffs

”Credit Ratings Broken”, Warns Fmr. S&P Ratings Chief Moritz Kraemer

The global credit ratings system is rapidly losing credibility in the eyes of LBBW Chief Economist Moritz Kraemer, who is now sounding the alarm. In this exclusive conversation, Moritz warns of major economic risks brewing beneath the surface, highlighting runaway U.S. debt and volatile American policy decisions that will destabilize markets.
 
Germany in the meantime is being held back by outdated investments as well as demographic shifts. Moritz stresses the urgency for Germany to innovate and reform before lasting damage is done. The country is at critical crossroads, but the potential upside is still there long-term.
 
Moritz Kraemer is Chief Economist and Head of Research at LBBW Bank. He is also a Senior Fellow at the Centre for Sustainable Finance at SOAS, University of London. Until 2018 he was at S&P Global as the Sovereign Ratings Group Global Chief Ratings Officer, overseeing the analysis on the creditworthiness of over 130 governments worldwide. 
 
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00:00 Warm Welcome to the Show, Pulse Check
02:20 German Competitiveness in the New World
05:25 "Schuldenbremse" Debt Brake Reforms?
07:40 Potential Tariff Deals between the EU & US
09:35 Use of EU “Digital Tax” as “Nuclear Option”
13:02 Fact Check: Are We Already in a Recession?
17:04 Reality Check on De-Dollarization, CHF, CAD
19:10 Euro Strength, Outlook for ECB Rate Cuts
22:10 Fed Choice: Save US Economy or US Dollar?
23:59 Wow: Big Ratings Agencies Still Very Slow
26:15 US Deserves to be Downgraded Right Now
28:37 Rational Expectations Theory NOT Rational
31:36 Guiding Principles: Stay True to Yourself
33:15 Sizable Short Position on the Stock Market
35:17 Gold "Overbought"! Market Not Big Enough
38:47 Morning Focus w/ No Breakfast, Only Coffee
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By hekayaproductions.com
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DISCLAIMER You’re in Business is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice. #investments #economics #tariffs

Market Chaos Unpacked: Maurice Gravier’s Urgent Advice

The global financial system is at a tipping point. In this discussion with Maurice Gravier, Chief Investment Officer at Emirates NBD, we dive into the fallout from the escalating US-China trade tensions on a new world of tariffs. He reveals why he's convinced there is only one precious metal that still has room to run. Plus, how investors can weather the stressful market turbulence. Get exclusive access to practical strategies to navigate 2025.Maurice Gravier provides Emirates NBD clients with comprehensive financial advisory as well as guidance on investment strategies. Gravier has over 20 years of experience running large pools of assets for sophisticated international investors. He held senior positions in Natixis as well as Lombard Odier before joining ENBD in 2018.---- 📌 Subscribe to never miss episodes of the You’re in Business podcast: @ygemedia. Links to our promotional partners are in the show notes. Thank you for watching!---- 🗒️ Time Stamps 00:00 Logic vs Reality in Understanding US-China Trade War03:58 Is There a US Dollar Range That Works for the World?05:40 Foreigners No Longer Trust US Economic Leadership 08:55 Intervention Options from (Cautious) Federal Reserve11:32 Overnight: Business Forced to Reinvent Their Models14:36 Who is Behind Big Moves in US Government Bonds?17:08 Action Plan for Financial Success During Uncertainty22:30 Opportunities in Gulf Markets as Oil Gets Pressured25:42 Understanding Investor Appetite for Dubai Property31:41 Goldman Sachs Gold Price Target, Buy Even More? 34:29 Should I Rent a Gold Safe in Switzerland or Go ETFs?38:46 Bitcoin is the NASDAQ on Steroids. That's a Shame. 41:10 Tips for Anybody Considering a Move to Dubai (DXB)44:00 Personal Investment Strategy Still Missing a Home! 47:02 Critical Advice for Young Investors Starting Out Now ---- By hekayaproductions.com ---- DISCLAIMER You’re in Business is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice. #investments #personalfinance #tradewar

Will Trump’s Tariff War Force the Fed to Act? Insights from Ben Emons.

In this episode we're joined by Ben Emons, Founder of FedWatch, for a conversation on the surprising return of tariffs and their impact. Ben speaks to some of the controversial moves by the Federal Reserve with sharp analysis that you won't hear anywhere else! He sees gold going up even further and shares a couple of overlooked opportunities emerging amidst market uncertainty.Ben Emons is an Investment Advisor of Cetera. He founded FedWatch Advisors, a systematic trading strategy based on large language modelling of Fed speeches and communication. He previously served in portfolio management roles at PIMCO, Nuveen Investments and NewEdge Wealth. ---- 📌 Subscribe to never miss episodes of the You’re in Business podcast: @ygemedia . Links to our promotional partners are in the show notes. Thank you for watching!---- 🗒️ Time Stamps 00:00 End of the Global Trade Era as We Know It 02:24 Tariffs to Return US to a "Surplus Economy"04:14 Likelihood of a (Real) Recession in the US 05:36 Easier Ways to Refinance US Debt in 202508:08 Fed Language Evolution, Transitory Inflation 10:00 Stocks to Watch Amid Market Uncertainty11:51 Can Donald Trump Fire the Chair of the Fed? 15:40 Stephen Miran's Blueprint for Global Trading 17:55 Tariffs Without Congressional Approval19:45 Which Assets to Buy in a Volatile Market? 23:04 Reflecting on Personal Investment Style25:01 Five Percent of Wealth in Cryptocurrencies27:32 Boldest Call: Interest Rate Cuts in 2020 30:30 Toughest Parts After 30 Years in Finance 32:48 The Transformative 1987 Financial Crisis---- By hekayaproductions.com ---- DISCLAIMER You’re in Business is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice. #investments #economics #federalreserve

The Future of Money: Gold and Crypto Guide with Ryan Lemand

The global economy is shifting beneath our feet. In this conversation with Ryan Lemand, CEO of Neovision Wealth Management, we analyze the biggest investment opportunities for 2025. From the fate of the US dollar and China's economic resurgence to the role of tariffs, no stone is left unturned.In order to best prepare for what is coming down the road, he's doubling down on physical gold as well as cryptocurrencies.Ryan Lemand founded Neovision in 2020. He has over two decades of experience in the industry, where he has applied his PhD in Financial Econometrics with a focus on investment management. Previously, he was the Senior Executive Officer for ADS Investment Solutions. His mission is to use his expertise to foster financial innovation.---- 📌 Subscribe to never miss episodes of the You’re in Business podcast: @ygemedia . Links to our promotional partners are in the show notes. Thank you for watching!---- 🗒️ Time Stamps 01:28 Morning Routine, Green Tea, Supplements02:38 Growth Scare Everywhere in Global Stocks04:17 Trump Supposed to be Markets-Friendly!05:19 Reality of Tariffs: Something WILL Break08:46 Gold as Hedge, Paper vs Physical Gold09:42 Rent a Gold Vault (GLD) in Switzerland?11:10 Governments Coming After Your Bullion13:46 Nvidia and the Rest of Magnificent Seven15:28 Private Credit Instead of Fixed Income18:01 Challenging Views on Silver Ownership19:20 Is It Too Late to Buy China Stocks?22:23 About 15% of Your Portfolio in Crypto24:28 Bitcoin in Strategic Reserves, Altcoins28:02 Biggest Investing Mistake Made: Cisco29:02 Most Successful Investment Bet: Gold32:12 Buying Property in Dubai, RAK, Riyadh36:45 Financial Advice for those Starting Out 39:14 A "Home" in an Interconnected World 41:12 The Forty Laws of Love by Elif Shafak---- By hekayaproductions.com ---- DISCLAIMER You’re in Business is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice. #investments #personalfinance #cryptocurrency

The 2025 Great Economic Reset is Coming. Here’s What You Need to Know.

In this episode Bob McNally, CEO of Rapidan Energy and author of "Crude Volatility", breaks down the forces shaping the future of oil and gas.Today he shares his take on what’s really happening behind the scenes. Bob has spent years advising presidents as well as top investors. We talk about the wild ride of oil prices, and whether we’re on the brink of another boom-or-bust moment. With ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, plus China’s growing appetite for crude oil, the stakes couldn’t be higher.Bob McNally founded Rapidan Energy Group in 2009, an independent energy market analysis firm based in Washington DC. His 32-year career includes service as a White House energy advisor to President George W. Bush, as well as a hedge fund strategist at Tudor Investment Corporation.---- 📌 Subscribe to never miss episodes of the You’re in Business podcast: @ygemedia. Watch out for impersonators on all social platforms. Links to our promotional partners are in the show notes. Thank you for watching!---- 🗒️ Time Stamps00:00 Introduction and Key Information Diet 03:04 News Routine from Reuters to Bloomberg04:40 GMC Suburban or Tesla to Get Around?05:53 Why US Gasoline / Petrol is Cheaper Today 09:11 Potential US-Russia Deal and Ukraine War 11:25 Iran & China, Oil's Geopolitical Risk Premium15:34 Impact of Trade Tariffs for Mexico, Canada17:01 US Oil Producers Cautiousness Explained20:14 Insights on China's Energy Demand Situation 21:59 US Consumers Weaker Amid Rising Inflation 25:42 Future of USD, Global Financial System Reset28:29 OPEC's Role in World Economic Architecture31:35 Oil Production in Saudi Arabia and the UAE32:11 Experiences with Poverty, Wildest Anecdote34:53 Reflections on Power at the White House37:37 Oil Inspiration from Ed Morse, Dan Yergin41:06 Greatest Professional Struggle: Economics! ---- By hekayaproductions.com ----DISCLAIMER You’re in Business is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice.#economics #investing #fed

Exclusive: What It Takes to Build a Private Equity Firm in Abu Dhabi

In this episode with Huda Al Lawati, CEO of Aliph Capital, we have a conversation about private equity, entrepreneurship, and the rollercoaster investment outlook.When it comes to coffee, it’s more about the culture and ritual than just the drink itself. From there, we dive into her journey of launching Aliph Capital during peak global uncertainty. She explains how the leadership in the Gulf during that time gave her the confidence to start something new. We also explore how the Gulf region has become a much more entrepreneur-friendly environment in recent years. But, as Huda points out, fundraising remains one of the toughest challenges for first-time private equity managers. It’s one thing to raise money, but real success in this industry isn’t about that—it’s about returning money to investors.Huda Al Lawati is the founder of Aliph Capital, an alternative investment manager focused on mid-market private equity across the Gulf (GCC) region. She has been in the industry for over 20 years and was also featured in the Top 100 Businesswomen in the Middle East by Forbes. ---- 📌 Subscribe to never miss episodes of the You’re in Business podcast: @ygemedia . Watch out for impersonators on all social platforms. Links to our promotional partners are in the show notes. Thank you for watching! ---- 🗒️ Time Stamps 00:00 Omani Coffee with Cardamom, Sugar or Not02:25 Renaissance for Oman's Economy? 03:01 How Yousef and Huda Met on LinkedIn in 201604:05 A Reaction to the DeepSeek AI Shockwaves 06:48 Spark That Founded Aliph Capital During CoVid08:07 Raising Money is NOT a Measure of Success08:47 Why ADGM as Headquarters for the Firm?10:30 Saudi Funding Role, Jada Fund of Funds12:16 Goldman Sachs: $1 Trillion Capex Supercycle15:24 Social Transformation, Sustainable Oil Price?17:27 MBS Will Invest $600 Billion in the United States18:19 Biggest Challenges for PE Players in the Region 22:15 Brands of Pride: The Entertainer and Savola23:01 Colossal Impact of the Abraaj Collapse25:49 Private Equity as a Career Choice Today28:21 Personal Investment Philosophy 29:59 Lunch with MBS, MBZ and MBR---- By hekayaproductions.com ---- DISCLAIMER You’re in Business is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice.

Inside the Mind of an Airport CFO : Leadership Secrets Revealed

In this episode with Burcu Geris, CFO of TAV, we discover:
• The (real) tradition of fine Turkish coffee.
• Creating world-class standards in airport operations.
 
• TAV focus on growth in markets like Saudi Arabia and Kazakhstan.
• Fashion as a creative outlet and finding balance in life.
• Work hard, play hard. Lessons from a career as a top executive.
 
Bio: Burcu Geris is the Deputy CEO and CFO at TAV Airports . She was named a "Young Global Leader" by the World Economic Forum in 2015. TAV Airports manages a portfolio of 15 airports in eight countries and a talent pool of 35,000 people.
 
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00:00 Cold Open, Turkish Coffee Routine
02:32 Huberman Morning Workout?
03:49 Passenger Patterns Around the World
06:21 Competition with Hubs Like Dubai (DXB)
07:29 What's Next for the Turkish Lira?
09:20 Priority Markets for Expansion
14:28 The Airport Operations Pitch Process
16:56 Tough Industry. Any Career Regrets?
18:09 Cryptocurrencies and Trump 2.0
20:48 A Passion for Fashion on Insta
26:12 Growing Up in a Military Family
29:13 Secrets to Long Jobs Tenures in 2025
34:12 (Maybe) Lunch with Elon Musk
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Monchau: Investments for a Trump World Economy. Buy Assets Now.

In this episode of the You’re in Business podcast with Yousef Gamal El-Din, we discuss: • The possibility of another wave of inflation with US President Donald Trump. • Decline of fiat money in a time where government spending has exploded. • Gold vs Bitcoin as a crucial store of value during periods of uncertainty. • Being passionate about your craft even when other people "think it's weird".• Technology is reshaping the finance industry, creating new job opportunities.• The Middle East as a region with significant future potential.Bio: Charles-Henry Monchau, CFA, is the Chief Investment Officer at the Syz Group and Member of the Executive Committee. He leads all investment-related topics such as advice, portfolio constructions and research. The Syz Group is a family-owned and run Swiss banking group. Follow Charles-Henry Monchau on LinkedIn. ---- Subscribe to never miss episodes of the You’re in Business podcast: ‪@ygemedia‬ . Beware of impersonators on all social platforms. Links to our promotional partners are in the show notes. Thank you for watching! ---- Promotional Links: 💡 Sound your best on camera with this microphone in the UAE https://amzn.to/4axGWlK ⚡ Get podcast merchandise from mugs to shirts https://store.stagespring.com ---- 🗒️ Time Stamps 00:00 Cold Open, Swiss Morning Weather 02:34 Zuckerberg on Joe Rogan, "Kissing the Ring" 06:03 Investment Strategies in a Changing Landscape 09:30 Broadening of Stock Market, Energy / Small Caps 12:28 Role of Gold and Cryptocurrencies / BTC Price 19:01 China's Disinflation Challenges 22:11 Personal Journey and Career Insights 23:55 The Impact of Technology on Finance (ChatGPT) 27:18 Social Media and Personal Branding (LinkedIn Success) 30:08 At What Point Do You Move Again to Dubai ? ---- By Hekaya Productions (http://www.hekayaproductions.com) ---- DISCLAIMER You’re in Business is for entertainment purposes only and does not give financial advice.#investments #personalfinance #inflation