Potomac Perspective with Brian Gardner
Potomac Perspective with Brian Gardner
Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner provides timely insight and analysis into how political, legislative, and regulatory developments are impacting business and capital markets. Moderated by Stifel Head of Corporate Communications Neil Shapiro. This material is prepared by the Washington Policy Strategy Group of Stifel, Nicolaus & Company, Incorporated (“Stifel”). This materia…Social links:
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Crypto CLARITY?
Is there more “clarity” around legislation to regulate the crypto industry? In the latest episode of Potomac Perspective, co-hosts Brian Gardner and Neil Shapiro have an update on efforts to jumpstart the stalled Clarity Act. Plus, the latest on a possible affordable housing bill and the war in Ira…
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Fed Head
Will Kevin Warsh be confirmed as the next Head of the Fed? Can the ceasefire with Iran lead to permanent peace? And are budget and crypto bills in Congress headed for breakthrough or breakdown? Co-hosts Brian Gardner and Neil Shapiro tackle these key questions in a new episode of Potomac Perspectiv…
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Bank on It!
Is there a generational shift underway that could trigger a valuation reset for the entire financial services sector? Special guest KBW CEO Tom Michaud joins the podcast to explain the significance of regulating banks by business model, not just asset size. Tom also talks with co-hosts Brian Gardne…
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$200 Billion War Chest?
The Trump Administration wants an additional $200 billion for the military operation in Iran and this could be a make or break week for a crypto market structure bill. Co-hosts Brian Gardner and Neil Shapiro bring you the latest Potomac Perspective. This material is prepared by the Washington Poli…
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Power Play
Military action in the Mideast leads to a crude awakening at the gas pump. Plus, AI is driving a surge in electricity demand, and the White House wants tech companies to provide their own power! Stifel Energy & Oilfield Service and Equipment Analyst Stephen Gengaro joins co-hosts Brian Gardner and …
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State of the Union Takeaways
President Trump delivers the annual State of the Union address, proclaiming the economy is “roaring like never before.” In the latest episode of Potomac Perspective, Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner and co-host Neil Shapiro review some of the President’s proposals and separat…
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This Week in Washington
Another partial government shutdown looms, a New Fed Head emerges, and pivotal midterm elections start to take shape. Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner and co-host Neil Shapiro break things down in the latest episode of Potomac Perspective. This material is prepared by the Wa…
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Shutdown Showdown: Deja Two?
The federal government is headed toward a second shutdown in four months, with no funding deal in sight. In the latest episode of Potomac Perspective, Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner and co-host Neil Shapiro examine what’s behind the latest stalemate. This material is prepa…
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Fed Up!
The feud between President Trump and Fed Chairman Jerome Powell reaches a fever pitch. In the Season Five premier episode of Potomac Perspective, Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner and co-host Neil Shapiro examine what’s behind the growing war of words and what’s at stake for t…
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2026 Preview
2026 is shaping up as a pivotal year for policy, with potential actions on healthcare and housing plus we'll get a new head at the Fed. In the latest episode of Potomac Perspective, Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner and co-host Neil Shapiro preview what to expect. This materi…
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