This week on Wall Street Week, we examine the Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate decision and the growing scrutiny of Chairman Kevin Warsh’s strategy. Harvard economist Jason Furman, a former advisor to President Obama, joins the discussion to assess how current monetary policy is affecting inflation and economic growth. With inflation remaining elevated and expansion slowing, Furman evaluates whether the Fed’s cautious approach is appropriate. The segment also covers significant changes in European Union merger regulations aimed at strengthening regional tech companies to better compete with U.S. giants. We analyze how these shifts could reshape global business dynamics and influence international acquisitions.
The program further explores Johnson & Johnson’s recent push into robotic surgery, a field already dominated by established players. Despite being behind in development, the company is pursuing a unique strategy to establish a foothold. Experts discuss the long-term potential of surgical robotics in improving medical outcomes. The episode concludes with a debate on think tanks: their role in shaping public policy, influencing political decisions, and measuring their real-world impact. The conversation offers insight into how research institutions contribute to national and global discourse.