Ep 43 - What Happens When Wall Street Buys Your Favorite Franchise?

What happens when Wall Street takes a bite out of a Jersey institution? Josh shares his take on Blackstone's $8 billion deal to buy Jersey Mike’s. He dives into the sandwich shop’s rise from local legend to franchise powerhouse and what private equity ownership might mean for your beloved subs. Will Blackstone keep the Jersey flavor alive, or will profit margins take over? Josh doesn’t hold back as he digs into the economics, the risks, and the lessons investors can learn from this massive deal. Then, in Extra Points, Josh gives his raw thoughts on Jaguar’s controversial new rebrand—because when you’re ditching your iconic legacy for electric vehicles and a flashy new logo, it’s bound to stir up some opinions. Is the luxury brand steering into success or headed for a collision with its legacy? Can't get enough of the Financial Quarterback? Click 'Subscribe' to never miss a play. New episodes touchdown right here! Loving the playbook? Drop us a 5-star rating and share your thoughts in a review. Your feedback fuels the game plan!