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Market Outsiders

Management Consulted

Welcome to Market Outsiders — where business news meets real insight, fast. Two days per week, the Management Consulted leadership team breaks down one major story through a business lens, helping you spot what really matters behind the headlines.

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25:15

Nissan’s Cash Crunch and Goldman's First AI Coder...

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2025/07/11

Nissan is in survival mode. After major layoffs and underused factories, the automaker is now producing trucks for former rival Honda while raising $4.5B in unsecured bonds and delaying supplier payments. We break down what’s really happening and why this could be a textbook case in crisis management. Plus, Goldman Sachs is piloting its first autonomous software engineer - an AI agent named Devin. We explore what this means for AI on Wall Street and why it could signal a future acquisit...

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20:30

Inside Ferrero's $3.1 Billion Play for WK Kellogg...

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2025/07/10

Ferrero just dropped $3.1 billion to acquire cereal maker WK Kellogg, home of Froot Loops and Frosted Flakes. But why now, and why cereal? In this episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack the deal from every angle, connecting the dots on category expansion, geographic growth, shelf space strategy, and manufacturing capacity. Plus, how this move compares to Ferrero’s other acquisitions, what it signals for the snack industry, and why most M&A deals fail. Join Market Outsiders...

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25:01

Why Meta Just Bet $3.5B on Ray-Ban (July 9, 2025)

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2025/07/09

Meta just dropped $3.5 billion on a stake in the maker of Ray-Ban - but why? In today’s episode, Jenny Rae and Naman unpack Meta’s bold move into smart eyewear through its investment in EssilorLuxottica. From content creation use cases to the strategy behind wearables, vertical integration, and even long-term plays in health tech, they break down what this deal really signals. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consul...

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23:07

Target and Walmart Just Declared War on Amazon Prime...

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2025/07/08

Amazon’s summer sales juggernaut is no longer a one-player game. In today’s episode, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack how Walmart and Target are leveraging loyalty programs, inventory strategy, and media placement to compete head-on with Prime Day - and why it matters more than just discounted vacuums. Plus, they share which retailers could be next to join the battle. Update: Prime Day 2025 is already off to a slower start - early spending is down 14% from last year. Read the Bloomber...

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18:19

Fast Casual Gets Smarter as Loyalty Becomes the New...

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2025/07/07

Welcome back from the holiday weekend. Today, Namaan and Jenny Rae break down why fast casual restaurants are leaning hard into loyalty programs - and how it’s reshaping growth strategies in a cooling consumer environment. From Chipotle to Cava, we unpack why some brands are thriving while others are treading water, and what this tells us about pricing, positioning, and the state of consumer sentiment. Plus, we preview the tariff headlines that could dominate business news this week, an...

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22:12

The Jobs Market Just Beat Expectations Again (July 3,...

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2025/07/03

Happy Fourth of July weekend - but before the fireworks, we’re diving into a surprising June jobs report that added 147,000 new positions and revised prior numbers upward. Namaan and Jenny Rae break down why the labor market keeps defying the forecasts, what sectors are driving the surge, and how this could shape the Fed’s next move. Plus, why now might be the best time to lean in - not wait it out. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. F...

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28:25

The Skill AI Can’t Replace & Home Depot’s Power Play...

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2025/06/30

Fresh off a week in NYC, Namaan and Jenny Rae kick off today’s episode with reflections from a top-tier consulting conference, where storytelling was named the critical skill AI can’t replace. They break down why the ability to build trust and communicate with clarity is essential across industries. Next, they share behind-the-scenes moments and key takeaways from Case Camp, where aspiring consultants dove into real-world business cases. You’ll hear what impressed the team, what surprised th...

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19:24

Delaware in Decline? How States Are Competing to Win...

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2025/06/24

Why are companies rethinking Delaware as their go-to for incorporation? Namaan and Jenny Rae break down how states like Texas, Nevada, and Oklahoma are making aggressive legal and tax moves to lure corporate business. They also explore the growing trend of state-level competition and what it means for founders, investors, and economic growth. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTube ...

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18:44

What This Weekend in the Middle East Revealed About...

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2025/06/23

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz dominated headlines this weekend, but what does it actually mean for oil prices, markets, and investors? Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack the potential ripple effects of shipping disruptions, debate the future of domestic energy production, and explore why Israeli markets are rising despite regional conflict. Plus, they share how great investors think in second and third order effects and what questions you should be asking this week. Join Market Outsid...

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24:32

Can Home Depot Stop QXO’s $5B Hostile Takeover of...

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2025/06/20

A high-stakes showdown is unfolding in the building supply world. In this episode, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down why QXO is making a $5B hostile bid for drywall distributor GMS - and why Home Depot has jumped into the fight. They unpack what a hostile takeover really means, who holds the power behind the scenes, and how the battle could reshape contractor distribution in the U.S. Plus, they discuss fresh signals from the Fed and whether a July rate cut is now on the table. Join ...

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18:36

Meta’s $100M Power Play, My Kids' Startup Lessons,...

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2025/06/18

Jenny Rae goes solo in this episode to unpack 3 timely topics. She kicks off with surprising business lessons from her kids’ popsicle stand, dives into Meta’s aggressive $100M offers to poach OpenAI talent, and breaks down what the Fed isn’t saying in its latest market signals. From startup grit to macro pressure, this episode connects the dots between homegrown hustle and global headlines. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Man...

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26:46

Chase Sapphire Reserve Fee Hike: Smart Strategy or...

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2025/06/17

JPMorgan Chase just raised the annual fee for its popular Sapphire Reserve card by 45%. In this episode, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down what the new perks really offer, whether the value justifies the price, and what this move signals about Chase’s broader strategy. Plus, they weigh in on the struggling state of JetBlue and what it might mean for a potential United takeover. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consult...

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25:38

Inside Starbucks’ Turnaround and the Jobs Data You’re...

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2025/06/16

Starbucks just brought 14,000 store leaders to Las Vegas as part of its turnaround strategy under CEO Brian Niccol. We unpack the key moves, from operational changes to union resistance and long-term growth plans. Plus, a surprising look at youth unemployment and why recent data suggests it's getting harder to find a job if you're just starting out. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on Y...

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25:06

Why Oil Spiked 10% And What Dumplings Teach Us About...

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2025/06/13

Oil prices surged 10% overnight - what does it mean for inflation, the Fed, and your wallet? We break down the economic ripple effects of rising energy costs and why it’s more than just a headline. Plus, we unpack the business genius behind Din Tai Fung, the dumpling chain quietly pulling in $27M per location with a model that defies fast-casual norms. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe o...

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18:42

Inflation Expectations vs. Reality: Decoding the...

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2025/06/11

Markets are up, inflation is steady - but something isn’t adding up. In this episode of Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack the disconnect between inflation data, market reactions, and media narratives. Is the economy actually cooling off, or are we just telling ourselves it is? Hit play to cut through the noise. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTube Connect with Namaan and...

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19:38

Paramount’s 3 CEOs and 18K Employees?! | The Real...

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2025/06/10

In today’s episode, Jenny Rae and Namaan dig into the surprising scale of Paramount’s workforce amid fresh layoffs - and the eyebrow-raising fact that the media giant is led by three CEOs. But that’s just the jumping-off point. The duo zoom out to explore a staggering market insight: while fewer than 4,000 companies are publicly traded in the U.S., over 60,000 private firms are backed by PE or VC. It’s a revealing look at where business activity really happens - and why Market Out...

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29:43

Jobs Day Delivers - Why the Market’s Stronger Than...

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2025/06/06

It’s Jobs Day, and Market Outsiders is here to break down what the numbers actually mean. Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack why May’s employment data points to a surprisingly strong economy - despite all the noise in the headlines. They challenge the “chaotic economy” narrative, explore sector-level shifts, and highlight what most investors and operators miss in labor data. Plus, a closer look at Lululemon’s stock plunge - does it really come down to tariffs, or is something deeper going on? ...

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18:36

Why Kimberly-Clark Is Selling Tissues - and What...

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2025/06/05

Today on Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae unpack Kimberly-Clark’s surprising move to sell its international tissue business - and what it signals about strategy, cash flow, and global growth. Plus, a rare rate cut from the European Central Bank raises deeper questions about inflation, energy, and the future of innovation in Europe. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTube Connect wi...

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22:46

Dollar General’s Surprise Strength - and What It...

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2025/06/04

Today on Market Outsiders, Jenny Rae and Namaan break down Dollar General’s unexpected earnings beat - and why the real story goes deeper than tariffs and trade-down shoppers. They also unpack the latest private jobs data, challenge consensus thinking, and explore what contrarian insight really looks like in this market. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTube Connect with Namaan and Jen...

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22:41

Hims & Hers Goes to Europe (June 3, 2025)

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2025/06/03

On today’s Market Outsiders, Namaan and Jenny Rae explore the surprising global play by Hims & Hers. What does this expansion say about the future of telehealth and the evolution of modern DTC businesses? From category growth to customer loyalty, they unpack what makes this move worth watching. Join Market Outsiders live every weekday at 9:15AM ET on LinkedIn and YouTube. Follow Management Consulted on LinkedIn and subscribe on YouTube Connect with Namaan and Jenny Rae on LinkedIn

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