Apple Inc. is plotting its artificial intelligence comeback with an ambitious slate of new devices, including robots, a lifelike version of Siri, a smart speaker with a display and home-security cameras.
A tabletop robot that serves as a virtual companion, targeted for 2027, is the centerpiece of the AI strategy, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The smart speaker with a display, meanwhile, is slated to arrive next year, part of a push into entry-level smart-home products.
Mark Gurman, Managing Editor for Global Consumer Tech for Bloomberg News, explains why home security is seen as another big growth opportunity for the tech giant. Mark speaks with Tim Stenovec and Carol Massar on Bloomberg Businessweek Daily.

Apple Inc. is plotting its artificial intelligence comeback with an ambitious slate of new devices, including robots, a lifelike version of Siri, a smart speaker with a display and home-security cameras. A tabletop robot that serves as a virtual companion, targeted for 2027, is the centerpiece of the AI strategy, according to people with knowledge of the matter. The smart speaker with a display, meanwhile, is slated to arrive next year, part of a push into entry-level smart-home products. Mark Gurman, Managing Editor for Global Consumer Tech for Bloomberg News, explains why home security is seen as another big growth opportunity for the tech giant. Mark speaks with Tim Stenovec and Carol Massar on Bloomberg Businessweek Daily.

Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec bring you reporting from the magazine that helps global leaders stay ahead, plus insight on the people, companies and trends shaping today's complex economy.  Watch us LIVE on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.

Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec bring you reporting from the magazine that helps global leaders stay ahead, plus insight on the people, companies and trends shaping today's complex economy.&nbsp; Watch us LIVE on YouTube: <a href="http://bit.ly/3vTiACF">http://bit.ly/3vTiACF</a>.

Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec bring together the latest news from the world of business and finance and the interesting stories of global technology, politics, economics and more by harnessing the power of Bloomberg Businessweek reporters and editors.

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ICYMI: Apple’s AI Push to Hinge on Robots, Security, Lifelike Siri

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Underlying US inflation rose in November at the slowest annual pace since early 2021, an unexpected improvement in a report muddled by the government shutdown.
The core consumer price index, which excludes the often-volatile food and energy categories, increased 2.6% in November from a year ago, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data out Thursday. The overall CPI climbed 2.7% in November from a year ago.
The longest-ever government shutdown prevented the BLS from collecting much of the October price data. That not only limited the agency’s ability to determine month-over-month changes for the broader measures of inflation, but some economists noted it likely impacted the annual November figures as well.
Despite numerous caveats, the report offers some hope that inflationary pressures are easing after remaining stuck in a narrow range since early this year. The BLS said the core CPI rose just 0.2% over the two months ended in November, restrained by declines in costs of hotel stays, recreation and apparel. Prices of household furnishings and personal care products rose.
However, several economists noted that the two-month change in key shelter categories, which are some of the biggest components of the CPI, was basically flat — calling the calculations into question.
Today's show features:
Jason Granet, Chief Investment Officer of BNY, on the market outlook and the Federal Reserve’s path forward
Frank Sorrentino, Founder and CEO of ConnectOne Bank, on the economic outlook and the health of community banking sector
Bloomberg News Energy Reporter Will Wade on a planned $6 billion merger between Trump Media & Technology nuclear fusion developer TAE Technologies
Michelle Korsmo, CEO of the National Restaurant Association, on the struggles of restaurant workers and smaller eateries amid rising inflation

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: <a href="http://bit.ly/3vTiACF" data-destination="rte:bind">http://bit.ly/3vTiACF</a>. Underlying US inflation rose in November at the slowest annual pace since early 2021, an unexpected improvement in a report muddled by the government shutdown. The core consumer price index, which excludes the often-volatile food and energy categories, increased 2.6% in November from a year ago, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data out Thursday. The overall CPI climbed 2.7% in November from a year ago. The longest-ever government shutdown prevented the BLS from collecting much of the October price data. That not only limited the agency&rsquo;s ability to determine month-over-month changes for the broader measures of inflation, but some economists noted it likely impacted the annual November figures as well. Despite numerous caveats, the report offers some hope that inflationary pressures are easing after remaining stuck in a narrow range since early this year. The BLS said the core CPI rose just 0.2% over the two months ended in November, restrained by declines in costs of hotel stays, recreation and apparel. Prices of household furnishings and personal care products rose. However, several economists noted that the two-month change in key shelter categories, which are some of the biggest components of the CPI, was basically flat &mdash; calling the calculations into question. Today's show features:
<ul>
<li>Jason Granet, Chief Investment Officer of BNY, on the market outlook and the Federal Reserve&rsquo;s path forward</li>
<li>Frank Sorrentino, Founder and CEO of ConnectOne Bank, on the economic outlook and the health of community banking sector</li>
<li>Bloomberg News Energy Reporter Will Wade on a planned $6 billion merger between Trump Media &amp; Technology nuclear fusion developer TAE Technologies</li>
<li>Michelle Korsmo, CEO of the National Restaurant Association, on the struggles of restaurant workers and smaller eateries amid rising inflation</li>
</ul>

US Core CPI Eases to Four-Year Low in Shutdown-Hit Report

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Democratic Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, facing a deficit of as much as $10 billion in the next fiscal year, has named Sherif Soliman as New York City’s next budget director. The veteran of three previous mayoral administrations will oversee the Big Apple's $120 billion budget. 
The move comes less than a month after the Mamdani transition team announced that it would be bringing Kathy Wylde, the outgoing President and CEO of the Partnership for New York City, into the fold. Wylde discusses her role within the new administration, and its relationship with the local business community. Kathy speaks with Carol Massar, Tim Stenovec and Bloomberg News Senior Producer Myles Miller on Bloomberg Businessweek Daily.

Democratic Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, facing a deficit of as much as $10 billion in the next fiscal year, has named Sherif Soliman as New York City&rsquo;s next budget director. The veteran of three previous mayoral administrations will oversee the Big Apple's $120 billion budget. The move comes less than a month after the Mamdani transition team announced that it would be bringing Kathy Wylde, the outgoing President and CEO of the Partnership for New York City, into the fold. Wylde discusses her role within the new administration, and its relationship with the local business community. Kathy speaks with Carol Massar, Tim Stenovec and Bloomberg News Senior Producer Myles Miller on Bloomberg Businessweek Daily.

NYC Power Broker to Help Guide Mamdani Transition

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Family-owned-and-operated Feld Entertainment is a leading producer and presenter of live touring family entertainment experiences. The company's properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, Monster Jam, Disney On Ice, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 80 countries and on six continents.

Juliette Feld Grossman is just the third CEO in Feld Entertainment's nearly six-decade history. She discusses consumer appetite for large-scale live entertainment as well as the company's big plans for 2026. Juliette speaks with Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec on Bloomberg Businessweek Daily.

Family-owned-and-operated Feld Entertainment is a leading producer and presenter of live touring family entertainment experiences. The company's properties include Ringling Bros. and Barnum &amp; Bailey, Monster Jam, Disney On Ice, Monster Energy AMA Supercross, and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Across the brand portfolio, Feld Entertainment has entertained millions of families in more than 80 countries and on six continents. Juliette Feld Grossman is just the third CEO in Feld Entertainment's nearly six-decade history. She discusses consumer appetite for large-scale live entertainment as well as the company's big plans for 2026. Juliette speaks with Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec on Bloomberg Businessweek Daily.

For the Love of Live Entertainment

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ICYMI: Apple’s AI Push to Hinge on Robots, Security, Lifelike Siri

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