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Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a simpler tax code system would be vastly easier for the IRS to administer and for taxpayers to understand and endure.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that policymakers are right to push to reduce carbon emissions to zero. But getting there requires a powerful incentive — which is why governments must put a price on carbon as soon as possible.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that although college isn’t for everyone, earning a degree still offers a pathway to success for many Americans. A simpler process would boost flagging enrollment and expand opportunities for low-income students.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the rise of index funds has provided millions of Americans with a cheaper and more efficient way to invest. Policymakers now must tread a fine line: protect the immense value created by index funds while ensuring these companies aren’t abusing their power.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that better oversight and more transparency will help root out cases of academic misconduct.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Biden administration is right to emphasize “place-based” policies to promote jobs and growth in distressed areas. Carefully executed, such an effort could provide good value for public money. But success depends on more than well-chosen investments, and directly creating good jobs in target locations[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that responsible budgets, financial stability and the transition to green energy can and must go together.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that noncompete agreements, in which employers place certain restrictions on departing workers, can have significant benefits. They can also be abused. A sweeping government ban on the practice is the wrong approach.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that unifying capital markets could unlock a lot of private investment — and help Europeans build wealth.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that stalling progress on inflation is about to test the Fed’s determination. As November's elections draw closer, the central bank needs to continue to be guided by data.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a proposed deal with Visa and Mastercard would let merchants steer customers away from the priciest payment methods, reduce costs and promote innovation.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that European leaders deserve credit for trying to provide more support without relying on Washington, but saving Ukraine demands more than good intentions.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that America’s transition to electric vehicles is underway, but muddled goals and lack of infrastructure are holding it back.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that by 2026, booming AI adoption is expected to help drive a near-doubling of data centers’ global energy use. Rather than undermining efforts to combat climate change, AI can and should be harnessed to speed the green transition.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the latest projections from the Congressional Budget Office repeat a warning made many times before: The trajectory of US government borrowing is unsustainable.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the alliance between the US and Japan has become stronger than many could have imagined. Both sides should seize the chance to make it even more powerful.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Biden administration's disastrous rollout of a new federal financial aid application shows how a needlessly complex system hurts poor students the most.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that horrific recent attacks in Iran and Russia highlight the threat posed by Islamic State’s Afghan branch. Even rivals should combat it together.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that with trillions of dollars passing through undersea fiber-optic cables every day, more must be done to protect them.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Cannabis-related traffic fatalities are a threat to public safety. Governments need to get serious.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that German lender Pfandbriefbank offers a cautionary tale about how global crises happen. Investors are worried that it might not have enough equity to absorb its potential losses, but regulators say the bank is solvent. A more straightforward approach to measuring true equity levels is crucial[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that state-level efforts to introduce a "public option" for health insurance in the US are worth watching -- and could pave the way for changes needed to bring down costs and expand access.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a recent deal in Congress issuing 12,000 more visas for Afghans who fought alongside the US against the Taliban is welcome, but America's responsibility doesn’t end there.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that California Governor Gavin Newsom's new law raising the minimum wage for certain fast-food workers is ill-conceived. Elected officials should want to fight poverty, but the measure’s narrow scope will raise costs for businesses and hurt low-income workers.

Bloomberg Radio host Barry Ritholtz speaks to Angus Deaton, senior scholar at the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs. In 1976, he became a professor of econometrics at the University of Bristol and moved to Princeton as a professor of economics and international affairs in 1983. He became an emeritus professor in 2016. In[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that Germany is giving Russian President Vladimir Putin reasons to think his tactics are working. Its decision to withhold key weapons from Ukraine will leave Europe more vulnerable to Russian aggression, not less.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that technology has helped accountants be more accurate and productive. Now — just as businesses bemoan a lack of qualified workers — generative artificial intelligence models such as ChatGPT-4 look poised to revolutionize the industry. A staid profession that’s struggling to recruit workers has a lot[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that one big reason the global financial system nearly collapsed in 2008 was that banks had shifted risks into the shadows, relying on insurance-like instruments that proved incapable of absorbing losses. They’re at it again. It’s a trend that officials should discourage, not endorse.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Vladimir Putin's recent threats against NATO underscore the need to solidify the defenses of the three Baltic nations — Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia — most vulnerable to Russian coercion.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that any gun equipped with a “bump stock” effectively functions as a machine gun. Regardless of how the Supreme Court rules on the issue, Congress should follow the example of multiple states and pass a law to ban the devices.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that TikTok — the Chinese-owned video-sharing app that is, not incidentally, banned in China — is once again in Congress’s crosshairs. It should be clear by now that the company’s owner has one option left: sell.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that President Joe Biden has offered some good ideas on taxes and spending. There's just one problem, his numbers don’t add up.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Securities and Exchange Commission's new rule is a balanced effort that will help investors understand the risks and costs companies face from climate change.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that policies designed to ease grading standards obscure how far behind US students really are.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the US might not be able to make all the weapons it needs to win a war with China. But Partners in the region can help.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the government’s border failure to stop illegal entries is draining public support for immigration of all kinds — and in the process threatening America’s long-term economic growth.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that few global institutions have been so beneficial — and so comprehensively neglected than the World Trade Organization. Reviving this institution is both necessary and achievable — but it won’t happen until the world’s most influential governments, and the US above all, choose to try.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the move by Alabama's lawmakers to protect access to IVF shows that pragmatic compromise on the issue is possible.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that borrowing money to boost returns is no way to ensure a comfortable retirement for the likes of firefighters, police and teachers.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the recent turmoil at New York Community Bancorp Inc. is a reminder that more equity and seasoned management are the best defenses against losses for banks, no matter what form they take.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that even if Vladimir Putin never puts a nuclear weapon into orbit, the US must move faster to defend its satellites against attack.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Europe’s security and stability depend on Russia not winning the war. Europe can either contribute more now to Ukraine’s defense or face a much bigger task constraining Russia in the future.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that by delaying support for Palau, Micronesia and the Marshall Islands, Congress is emboldening China and putting US troops at risk.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that regulators need to reject knee-jerk opposition to Capital One Financial Corp's deal to buy Discover Financial Services. Sometimes bigger is better, for competition and consumers.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that former president Donald Trump's reckless suggestion that he’d “encourage” Russia to attack NATO countries that fall short of their defense-spending commitments demands to be called out.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Vladimir Putin wants the world to believe that Russia’s economy is doing fine, and that he has the wherewithal to prosecute the war in Ukraine indefinitely. He’s bluffing, and his aggression is costing him dearly.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that by faulty bed nets have contributed to a worrying rise in malaria infections. Governments should act to fix the problem — and work to eliminate the disease for good.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that an exodus of students and the pending expiration of federal relief money is forcing US school districts to weigh the need to close schools. Although that’s certain to cause some disruption, propping up failing schools will only worsen America’s learning-loss crisis.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that by giving energy producers a hedge against volatile pricing, the EU can help attract trillions in much-needed green investment. It’s a great idea, if properly designed.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the failure of a bipartisan immigration compromise shows Republicans have no interest in governing. It’s time for the president to act on his own.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that with the right guardrails and investor protections, special purpose acquisition companies can be more than a bubble-market phenomenon.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s agreement to lift his hold on €50 billion of financial support for Ukraine marks an important victory for both Kyiv and the European Union. There’s no guarantee that Orban’s compliance on Ukraine or other EU policy priorities will last.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Department of Energy's halting of new approvals of liquefied natural gas exports is bad for the US, bad for America’s allies and most likely bad for the climate.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a years-long computer fiasco that ensnared Britain's postal office workers highlights the need for stronger oversight of government technology systems.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the US and its allies need to show resolve against Kim Jong Un’s nuclear saber-rattling but avoid making tensions worse.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that rather than try to control what students do on their phones, policymakers should be focused on removing them from school entirely.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the absence of Americans studying in China will weaken the US’s ability to deal with its chief rival.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that to secure supplies of critical materials for the green energy transition, governments would be better off getting out of the way and letting the market do its job.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a barrage of antitrust actions and lawsuits are helping to loosen the National Association of Realtors’ grip on the industry. Keep it up.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a bigger child tax credit and incentives for investment make sense. But Congress still needs to figure out how to pay for it.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Republicans had plenty of chances to nominate someone who can represent their party with competence. Instead they’ve chosen the road of anger and spite and endless division.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on why the push by US and Europe to confiscate Russian state assets could backfire, by providing a excuse for governments to withhold the military aid Ukraine needs now -- and hand victory to Vladimir Putin in the process.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a new EU immigration pact has the potential to deter illegal entry and reduce strains on frontline countries, but only if the execution matches the ambition. The deal won’t solve the problem overnight, but it’s still a significant political achievement.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the commercial aviation system is groaning under the demands of surging global traffic and outdated technology. Additional resources and organizational reform are critical to prevent future disasters.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the SEC should have tried harder to reform the unregulated spot trading markets. The fact is, cryptocurrency markets are a mess.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that in an election year, politicians will want to show they’re working to lower drug prices. But when it comes to importing medicines, price negotiations are best left to the federal government.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that reining in pharmacy benefit managers could create more loopholes. Lawmakers aiming to lower the cost of prescription drugs and make their prices more transparent should proceed with caution.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the deal struck by Republicans and Democrats in Congress to expand Pell Grants to short training programs would boost employers and help students gain vital skills — and show that bipartisanship isn’t dead.

We explore airline mergers, COVID boosters, and the impact of generational wealth. We also discuss how loyal customers are to their favorite restaurants. Columnists FD Flam, Brooke Sutherland, Allison Schrager, and Bobby Ghosh join. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the proposed acquisition of a storied American steelmaker will boost national security, not hurt it.

We take a closer look at fossil fuels, cancer drug development, and the pros and cons of buying American. Plus, just how dangerous are hair straighteners for your health? We explore it all with the Bloomberg Opinion team. Columnists Lara Williams, Romesh Ratnesar, Lisa Jarvis, and FD Flam join. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the EU has averted disaster with a reform of the Stability and Growth Pact, but the new regime still contains some of the old one’s flaws. Given Europe’s history of fiscal dysfunction, reaching any kind of viable agreement is a triumph.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that reports of rampant sexual misconduct at the FDIC are symptomatic of broader organizational dysfunction. But no amount of added rules will matter if the agencies responsible for enforcing them aren’t well managed and staffed with sober professionals.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a shameful effort by representative Elise Stefanik to punish a federal judge for making plain factual statements will sow greater public distrust and undermine the rule of law.

Artificial intelligence threatens jobs, but will it enable people to think critically? We explore that topic, along with vaccines, housing, and the negative health effects of ultra-processed foods. Bloomberg Opinion columnists Allison Schrager, Lisa Jarvis, Conor Sen, and Bobby Ghosh join. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Christine Harper presents an editorial arguing that regulators should resist pleas to impose new rules on private credit, but they should seek ways to track its evolution and monitor potential risks.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Ukraine’s military has struggled to make gains and Western resolve is fraying. But the answer isn’t to do less.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Obamacare is too costly for many Americans, but replacing it isn’t the answer.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Jerome Powell and the Fed have done a good job steering the economy toward a soft landing. But if investors commit too heavily to that scenario, any subsequent need to boost rates could bring greater financial instability.

We dig into economic sentiment and consumer spending in the US, reliance on science during the pandemic, and experimenting with food. Columnists Conor Sen, Faye Flam, Jonathan Levin, and Howard Chua-Eoan join. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that tougher immigration rules in exchange for vital national-security funding is a compromise both parties should support.

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Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that although all tax systems suffer from flaws and unintended effects, Britain’s is especially in bad shape. A comprehensive overhaul is overdue.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that limiting the Pentagon’s use of foreign hardware will drive up costs, alienate allies and endanger US troops.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a mass expulsion of Afghan migrants could destabilize the region and fuel radicalization. The West should pressure Islamabad to change course.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the US and Europe must do more to enforce the price cap on Russian oil and maintain pressure on the Kremlin.

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We discuss whether credit card penalties are ethical, and whether they should be legal. We also examine electric vehicle subsidies, Donald Trump's take on healthcare, and the intelligence of rats. We speak with Bloomberg Opinion columnists Erin Lowry, Frank Wilkinson, Chris Bryant, and Faye Flam. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the opportunity to avoid irreversible climate damage is slipping away. What matters now is not more commitments and pledges, but real engagement.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the budget deficits are expected to reach $2.7 trillion over the next decade. Without spending reforms, America is hurtling toward a crisis. A bipartisan commission is a good way to get started.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Argentina’s new president-elect, Javier Milei won office with a tear-it-all-down agenda that seems to be moderating. Now he needs a real plan to fix the economy.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that millions of students are nearing graduation unprepared for college or the workforce. Policymakers should intervene before it’s too late.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on why a Supreme Court case on the authorities of the Securities and Exchange Commission could have much wider ramifications for government regulation as a whole.

We examine the effectiveness of generic drugs and over-the-counter decongestions, and how COVID anxiety is still in the minds of many Americans to this day. Also, would passing marijuana legislation be useful to President Biden's re-election campaign? Bloomberg Opinion's Jonathan Bernstein thinks so. He joins us, along with columnists Rachel Rosenthal, FD Flam, and Lisa[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial questioning if Germany can meet the scale of public investment required to both revive growth and support the green transition.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Supreme Court’s recent adoption of an ethics code is an overdue acknowledgement of this reality. Holding judges to high ethical standards is essential to the US legal system.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s plan to deport migrants to Rwanda was freighted with legal, practical and moral problems.

We examine remote work and its impact on women, families, and office spaces, and also discuss the state of the Senate. Columnists Betsey Stevenson, Jonathan Bernstein, Beth Kowitt, and Justin Fox join. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the banking industry's arguments against proposals setting stricter limits on their leverage have merit -- and that banks, not regulators, should decide how much risk is worth taking.

Bloomberg's Caroline Hyde and Ed Ludlow break down the latest developments in the OpenAI story as the company tries to prevent an employee exodus. Plus, how Nvidia's AI accelerators are expected to drive a sales surge for the company.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that America's dysfunctional market for prescription drugs is forcing generic drug makers out of business and causing shortages of lifesaving medications. Policy makers need to act.

We discuss the effect of inflation on small businesses and restaurants, and how soon the US will reach 2%. Also, we dig into generational economic anxiety. Bloomberg Opinion's Jonathan Levin, Jessica Karl, Erin Lowry, and Justin Fox join. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on why life insurers increasingly look like banks — but without the backstops and safeguards. Regulators should step in.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on why a new rule that aims to prevent financial advisers from preying on aging Americans’ retirement savings is long overdue.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that the US will need to upgrade its nuclear arsenal to deter Russia and China.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that as banking goes digital, a new proposal from regulators would standardize data-sharing rules and better secure online transactions.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that engaging with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro is in America’s interests, but further concessions must be tied to real political change.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that by demonstrating the dysfunction of the crypto market, FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried may have done society a favor.

We explore the worker exodus from major cities, weight loss drugs, and developing America's risk-takers. We also dig into a debate around eSports - should it be an Olympic sport? Bloomberg Opinion's Adam Minter thinks so. Adam Minter joins us, as do Bloomberg Opinion columnists Conor Sen, Lisa Jarvis, and Allison Schrager. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that recent cases of suspected Chinese espionage have raised alarms that Beijing might seek to interfere in the 2024 US presidential elections. New technologies could supercharge covert influence campaigns. Policy makers should be preparing now.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that hidden explosives are slowing the Ukrainian military advances and preventing normal economic activity. More outside help is needed to remove them.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that mending the retirement program without hurting the least well-off requires a plan to boost saving — and a lot of political will.

We examine some key topics in the healthcare space, from the effectiveness of telehealth, to the ineffectiveness of recent vaccine rollouts and some COVID-19 prevention strategies. We also talk about the latest developments in working-from-home. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Sarah Green Carmichael, Justin Fox, Lisa Jarvis, and F D Flam join the discussion. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that instead of complaining about clean-energy subsidies, world leaders should agree on better rules to govern them.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial explaining that Americans can surely agree on one point: Crazy people shouldn’t have guns.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the cost of owning or renting a home has become too high for many Americans. A new plan from New York City Mayor Eric Adams has sensible ideas for tackling the crisis that other cities should follow.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the federal deficit spending has reached alarming levels. The longer Congress ignores the problem, the worse it will get.

Scientists say climate change is accelerating, but their voices are getting drowned out. Might using the drier while doing laundry be counterintuitive, or helpful, in slowing climate change. We also dig into the effectiveness of traffic cameras and Gen Z's relationship with live sports. Lara Williams, David Fickling, Justin Fox, and Adam Minter join. Amy[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that privately run plans known as Medicare Advantage are appealing for seniors. But they come at an exorbitant cost to the government.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the evidence about the academic harm caused by cell phones is undeniable -- and that the sooner schools ban them, the better off students will be.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that smooth trading of US government bonds is too important to depend on a handful of banks. Four changes are overdue.

Bloomberg Washington Correspondents Joe Mathieu and Kailey Leinz deliver insight and analysis on the latest headlines from the White House and Capitol Hill, including conversations with influential lawmakers and key figures in politics and policy. On this edition, Joe and Kailey speak with: Bloomberg News Congress Team Lead Megan Scully after Rep. Jim Jordan loses[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that too many lawmakers now prefer social-media preening to actual governing -- and it’s corroding the entire political system.

We discuss work-from-home myths, the latest vaccine rollout, and science celebrity culture. We also dig into why women are a neglected asset in the inflation fight. Columnists Claudia Sahm, Sarah Green Carmichael, Lisa Jarvis, and FD Flam join.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that heavy-handed regulation isn't the way to keep internet companies in line and that Congress should instead pass a law and move on.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that fierce opposition from conservatives is casting doubt on the future of PEPFAR, the anti-AIDS initiative started by President George W. Bush and the US’s most successful global-health program.

This week, we discuss child care affordability and legislation. We also examine the causes of natural disasters, a dysfunctional housing market, and biking to work. We're joined by Bloomberg Opinion's Sarah Green Carmichael, Conor Sen, Lara Williams, and Justin Fox. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on why it's a mistake for the European Union to attempt to wrest control over clearing euro-denominated trades from the UK.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing why, before dramatically expanding semiconductor curbs, the US should enforce them properly and give them time to work.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that as Israel retaliates against Hamas’ brutal attacks, all parties should work to restore stability and prevent a wider conflict.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that confusion over “forward guidance” has left markets guessing and policymakers in a bind and that a return to data-dependence is overdue.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that US school districts must impose accountability and reduce chronic absenteeism -- before it's too late.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Federal Trade Commission's antitrust case against Amazon.com, Inc. involves fringe theories in service of misguided goals -- and deserves to fail.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that with the Supreme Court poised to invalidate the funding model for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, Congress should step in to ensure it can still function.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Western governments have a responsibility to respond to reports of ethnic cleansing in the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh and prevent the crisis from getting worse.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that new regulations on private investment funds would upend a business model that has persisted for decades, but the benefits of doing so are far from clear.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a stronger and more coordinated European defense-industrial is essential to boosting Ukraine and deterring future aggression.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a looming government shutdown would impose huge economic costs and hurt ordinary Americans -- and that it's time for this recurrent charade to end.

Bloomberg Opinion editor Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that in negotiating drug prices, Medicare needs to embrace transparent, quantitative metrics that balance the health benefits of treatments against their costs.

Bloomberg Opinion's Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Germany's export-led strategy isn't working and why fixing it requires the government to create conditions that allow new industries to emerge.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Indian government needs to cooperate with Canada's investigation into the murder of a Sikh activist -- and that Western governments should impose consequences if India fails to do so.

We discuss why Americans are pessimistic on the economy despite a drop in inflation. We also dig into Moderna and vaccines, climate change's relationship with farming, and being black in America. Claudia Sahm, Justin Fox, Lara Williams, and Lisa Jarvis join. Lisa Mateo hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a new proposal to require banks to issue long term bonds will give them sturdier funding, but on its own won't be enough to prevent future crises.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the US government's anti-poverty programs are far less effective than they should be, due to a system that's overly complex and ripe for an overhaul.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the strike by the United Auto Workers demonstrates why two competing goals of the Biden administration are fundamentally incompatible: promoting labor unions and fighting climate change.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the government's system for regulating the supply of controlled substances is worsening shortages of prescription stimulants and depriving millions of medications they need.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a closer military alliance between Russia and North Korea will threaten stability in Asia and weaken China's influence over both nations.

We talk Hurricanes, manufactured homes, and the relationship between weight loss drugs and alcohol. Bloomberg Opinion columnists David Fickling, Jonathan Levin, and Lisa Jarvis join for those discussions. We also talk tipping with editor Bobby Ghosh. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that deals between midsized banks can make the financial system safer and more competitive -- and regulators should ease the way.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the fight against inflation is going well, but isn’t yet won -- and Chairman Jerome Powell is right to stick to his guns.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Ukraine's recent progress on the battlefield shows why the West should give Ukraine the additional assistance it needs to prevail.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that in the wake of the wildfire that destroyed the town of Lahaina, in western Maui, a bipartisan investigation is needed into what went wrong and how to protect other communities against future risks.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that by approving the creation of a Bitcoin-focused exchange-traded fund, the Securities and Exchange Commission can establish more consistency and assert greater regulatory authority over cryptocurrencies.

We dig into a variety of climate-related topics with the Bloomberg Opinion team. Columnist Claudia Sahm explains how the heat is dragging on economic productivity. Opinion's Liam Denning raises the alarm on how the wildfires in Hawaii can affect communities across America. F.D. Flam discusses how fossil fuels are threatening baby penguins, and editor Jessica[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents on editorial arguing that while the Biden administration's economic program has laudable goals, it suffers from an over-reliance on government micro-management at the expense of market forces.

UPS has a message for the Federal Reserve, says Bloomberg Opinion's Conor Sen, and he tell us the Fed should listen. What is wind "turbinegeddon," and why is it a troubling climate omen? Bloomberg's Chris Bryant joins us to explain. We also explore why even wealthy Americans are anxious about money with Bloomberg's Allison Schrager.[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the planned expansion of the group of countries known as the BRICs is a sign that the US-led multilateral order is fraying -- and Washington has only itself to blame.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the US's proposed new banking regulations will increase the capital requirements for large financial institutions but won't make the system any safer.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on why Blue Shield of California's decision to drop CVS Caremark could prove transformative to the US health-care industry.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the recent precipitous decline in the ruble underscores the growing pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin _ and that the goal of Western policy should be to reinforce Ukraine, not to further destabilize Russia.

What to make of the recent COVID uptick? Bloomberg Opinion editor Brooke Sample talks about the possible responses to the recent rebound. Columnists Kathryn Edwards and Lisa Jarvis also join us, discussing childcare costs as well as alcohol consumption> We also explore the expensive office lunch with Allison Schrager. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the US should preserve a treaty that allows for joint scientific research with China, which benefits people in both countries while giving the US greater insight into China's capabilities and ambitions.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on why the ideas proposed by Argentine presidential candidate Javier Milei won't solve the country's economic woes — and may even make them worse.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on why efforts to curb carbon emissions are facing a growing backlash and what policymakers should do to demonstrate the benefits of the green transition.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial explaining why the Biden administration's new rules on US investments in China strike a proper balance between protecting national security and maintaining the wider US-China economic relationship.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial explaining why, despite recent positive economic news, the Federal Reserve should avoid raising investors' hopes for a prolonged pause in interest-rate tightening.

How much attention should voters pay to Donald Trump's huge lead in the GOP primary polls? Bloomberg Opinion columnist Jonathan Bernstein says not too much. He joins to explain. Opinion's Faye Flam also provides some political analysis, as it relates to Robert F. Kennedy Jr., vaccines, and conspiracy. Columnist Lisa Jarvis joins to discuss the[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial explaining why the move by European governments to impose windfall taxes on banks' profits will weaken the euro and make future financial crises more likely.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial explaining that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's government approach regarding asylum-seekers will only compound the problem.

Bloomberg Opinion Adam Minter says as student athletes generate billions of dollars for universities and now earn money themselves, a marriage of college sports and private equity makes sense. He joins to explain. Columnist Faye Flam talks about outrage currency and how Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is cashing in. And we also welcome Allison Schrager[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Fitch Ratings' downgrade of US government debt demonstrates the need to address the country's fiscal challenges — which are likely to get worse before they get better.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial on how the potential discovery of a new superconductor that operates at normal temperature and pressure, known as LK-99, could revolutionize fields from transportation to energy to computing.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial about current prescription-drug shortages.

Bloomberg Opinion's Jonathan Bernstein joins to talk about the GOP and Donald Trump in the wake of his latest indictment. We also discuss the nation's hottest real estate market: Manhattan. Columnist Justin Fox has the details on that story. Erin Lowry and Jonathan Levin join, talking about the value of a college education and Taylor[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Tracy Walsh presents an editorial arguing that underinvestment has depleted the National Health Service.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Tracy Walsh presents an editorial arguing that the US and its allies should coordinate as they make prudent, targeted investments in chipmaking capacity.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial calling for the EU’s member states and parliament to approve an ambitious plan to achieve better fiscal discipline.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial calling for coordinated and decisive action.

Bloomberg Opinion's Eduardo Porter discusses El Salvador's controversial iron fist policy that raises complicated questions about democracy. Columnist Lisa Jarvis says, if you never got COVID, thank you genes. She joins to explain. Kathryn Edwards says assertions of racial bias against white men are not supported by unemployment data. And Faye Flam joins to talk[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial calling for localities to take extreme heat seriously as a public-health issue.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Federal Reserve needs to prove its commitment to getting inflation down to 2%.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial about continuous manufacturing holds so much promise for the pharmaceutical industry.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that a system designed to reduce the cost of mortgage lending has lost its moorings.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing against seizing frozen Russian assets to pay for the reconstruction of Ukraine.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial criticizing the Israeli prime minister’s latest effort to advance divisive judicial reforms.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville is single-handedly blocking the Pentagon from putting its best team on the field — and harming the country’s security in the process. Tuberville may know football, but he has no right to play with the nation’s security.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that President Joe Biden’s decision to send cluster munitions to Ukraine has generated heated opposition from close US allies, human-rights groups, and current and former politicians. The risk to civilians is real. But failing to give Ukrainian troops the tools they need to defend[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial explaining how local land-use rules and state environmental laws empower longtime residents to block precisely the kind of multifamily developments that would most effectively address housing shortages.

Drilling in the Arctic is like drilling on the moon, according to columnist Liam Denning, who joins us again to talk about his findings on his trip north. Closer to the equator, it's much hotter, and Opinion's Andrea Felsted discusses where folks are going amid the summer travel season. Columnists Faye Flam breaks down the[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial about how Long Island locals’ resistance to development is undermining the suburban, working-class ideal they seek to preserve.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial about how policy failures prevent new housing from being built.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial calling for China to address the deep-rooted issues currently holding back businesses and consumers.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that airlines and the government both bear responsibility for American air travelers’ stressful summer.

Are we staring down "Lehman II?" In a way, yes, according to Bloomberg Opinion's Chris Bryant. He joins to explain. We also dig into the UK's climate miss with columnist Lara Williams, and Opinion's Brooke Sutherland joins to talk about AI's impact on manufacturing. And Allison Schrager discusses her column on Richard Ravitch. Amy Morris[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial praising the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on debt forgiveness.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Federal Reserve should stay on top of novel threats as it rolls out its new FedNow Service.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the West should take two modest steps in light of the failed mutiny in Russia.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the Bank of England will very likely need to continue raising rates.

We explore the GOP's focus on Hunter Biden and the political implications of their investigations. Bloomberg Opinion's Jonathan Bernstein joins. Columnist Lisa Jarvis joins to discuss the impact of overturning Roe v. Wade one year later. Columnists Conor Sen and Justin Fox also discuss their columns on stagflation and work productivity. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Christine Harper presents an editorial criticizing the populist RECOUP Act.

Progressive lawmakers want to set a minimum wage for teachers. Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar argues that they should reward results instead.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that NATO shouldn’t back down in the face of Russia’s nuclear posturing.

Bloomberg Opinion's Tim Culpan analyzes Alibaba's leadership change and outlook for the company, as well as the overall economic picture in China. Economist Kathryn Edwards also joins to discuss her Opinion column about inequality in the US. Editor Romesh Ratnesar discusses the value of a college education and why some students are choosing not to[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial lauding signs of progress for the UK’s tarnished political institutions.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the two countries have good reason to continue investing in their relationship.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial calling for the US to expand work-based alternatives to higher education.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that White House officials shouldn’t let Beijing’s prickliness deter them from pursuing engagement.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that although no one yet knows why a Norfolk Southern freight train derailed in Ohio in February, it hasn’t stopped the Senate from advancing a bill that could reshape the railroad industry — and not for the better. Congress should scrap this effort, await[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that climate risk is increasingly central to the insurance business.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the US needs better rules defining what they can and should do.

We discuss the effectiveness of electric vehicles on climate change goals with Romesh Ratnesar of Bloomberg Opinion, and also dig into the exodus from New York City with columnist Justin Fox. Opinion's Lisa Jarvis joins to talk about social media's affect on adolescent mental health, and columnist Allison Schrager discusses the new paparazzi economy. Amy[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that the US's long-term fiscal outlook remains grim.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that Medicare should cover breakthrough weight-loss medications for those who would most benefit.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial defending Section 702, which authorizes a crucial US intelligence program.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that making deposit insurance unlimited would be a recipe for financial instability.

We explore airline mergers and regulation with Bloomberg Opinion's Brooke Sutherland. We also talk about the shortage of nurses and the concern in the UK over doctors. Editor Rachel Rosenthal and columnist Therese Raphael join for those discussions. We also talk about unemployment insurance with Bloomberg's Kathryn Edwards. Amy Morris hosts.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial urging the recently reelected Turkish president not to double down on his most controversial policies.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Tracy Walsh presents an editorial arguing that the US and China would both benefit from more dialogue.

Bloomberg Opinion columnist Jonathan Bernstein joins the show to discuss Republican disinterest in appealing to America's urban regions. Lisa Jarvis, columnist with Bloomberg Opinion, discusses the FDA liberating the Opill. Lara Williams joins to talk about protecting lions to save the climate. And where did ghost kitchens go? Opinion's Leticia Miranda tells us they're a[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that migrants admitted to the US on humanitarian parole shouldn't have to wait a year or more to work legally.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Rachel Rosenthal presents an editorial arguing that the US needs more talented foreign-trained nurses.

This week, we dig into President Biden's nomination of Adriana Kugler for the Fed's Board of Governors. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Allison Schrager says the president's made a mistake. Opinion's Jonathan Bernstein also joins, critiquing Vivek Ramaswamy's plan to raise the voting age. We also discuss life as a middle manager in corporate America with Sarah[...]

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that electric vehicles can play an important role in reducing the US's carbon emissions, but the Biden administration has to get a lot of other things right, too.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial arguing that unfinished work by the euro area’s governments is a big part of the problem.

Bloomberg Opinion editorial board member Romesh Ratnesar presents an editorial calling for a firm commitment to expand the alliance.

Bloomberg Opinion columnist Jonathan Levin parses through cruise data and says it presents further evidence that consumers are resilient. Conor Sen with Bloomberg Opinion also joins to discuss the threat artificial intelligence poses to jobs. Lisa Jarvis explains the health risks of loneliness and columnist Leonid Bershidsky also joins to talk about the war in[...]