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EPISODE · Feb 3, 2026 · 27 MIN

Can Musk Helm Two Public Companies? & A Wave of New CEOs Take Charge

from Brew Markets · host Morning Brew

Episode 116: Today, Ann explores the possibility of Elon Musk helming two public companies at once with the announced tie-up and IPO of SpaceX and xAI - the dual-role has been done before, but with mixed results.  Then we drill down on earnings from Grainger, the century-old industrial giant whose stock just hit a 52-week high - did the company deliver in its aim to stock an “endless assortment” of supplies?  Finally, Disney, Paypal, Target and Walmart all have new CEOs this week -we survey who was ushered into the top spots and who was pushed out. Shop now at www.iHerb.com  www.brewmarkets.com  Subscribe to the Brew Markets newsletter: https://www.morningbrew.com/brew-mark... Follow Brew Markets on social: Instagram: instagram.com/brewmarkets TikTok: tiktok.com/@brewmarkets X: x.com/brewmarkets Follow Ann Berry on social: Instagram: instagram.com/annberry_nyc X: x.com/AnnBerry_NYC Listen to Brew Markets Here: swap.fm/l/9Qk4z73Z2nEwFiCB4qee Watch Brew Markets Here:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@BrewMarkets 00:00 Welcome to Brew Markets Daily 00:30 Musk in a Dual-CEO Role 06:00 $GWW Earnings 13:35 $PLTR Earnings 18:05 Market Close The content shared on this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Brew Markets, Morning Brew and their hosts are not licensed financial advisors. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult with qualified professionals before making any financial decisions or investments. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Morning Brew or its affiliates. This podcast may include paid endorsements or sponsorships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Episode 116: Today, Ann explores the possibility of Elon Musk helming two public companies at once with the announced tie-up and IPO of SpaceX and xAI - the dual-role has been done before, but with mixed results.  Then we drill down on earnings from Grainger, the century-old industrial giant whose stock just hit a 52-week high - did the company deliver in its aim to stock an “endless assortment” of supplies?  Finally, Disney, Paypal, Target and Walmart all have new CEOs this week -we survey who was ushered into the top spots and who was pushed out. Shop now at www.iHerb.com  www.brewmarkets.com  Subscribe to the Brew Markets newsletter: https://www.morningbrew.com/brew-mark... Follow Brew Markets on social: Instagram: instagram.com/brewmarkets TikTok: tiktok.com/@brewmarkets X: x.com/brewmarkets Follow Ann Berry on social: Instagram: instagram.com/annberry_nyc X: x.com/AnnBerry_NYC Listen to Brew Markets Here: swap.fm/l/9Qk4z73Z2nEwFiCB4qee Watch Brew Markets Here:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@BrewMarkets 00:00 Welcome to Brew Markets Daily 00:30 Musk in a Dual-CEO Role 06:00 $GWW Earnings 13:35 $PLTR Earnings 18:05 Market Close The content shared on this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered financial, legal, or investment advice. Brew Markets, Morning Brew and their hosts are not licensed financial advisors. Listeners should conduct their own research and consult with qualified professionals before making any financial decisions or investments. The views expressed are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Morning Brew or its affiliates. This podcast may include paid endorsements or sponsorships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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