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Oil Stockpiles Near Danger Zone

Energy markets expert and author of Oil's Endless Bid Dan Dicker says oil markets are underestimating the impact of ongoing supply disruptions, warning that global stockpiles have been drawn down significantly as millions of barrels per day remain unable to reach end markets. Dicker warns hosts of Bloomberg This Weekend David Gura and Christina Ruffini if inventories continue to fall, crude prices could surge from current levels to as high as $135 a barrel.

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UK's Starmer Faces Growing Pressure to Step Down

With escalating political turmoil surrounding the the UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the PM has reportedly contacted cabinet ministers amid mounting speculation about his potential departure. Anchor of Bloomberg's Daybreak Europe Lizzy Burden explains to David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend how the situation appears to be reaching a tipping point.

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Amazon Advances Prime Day by One Month Amid AI Shift

Amazon has moved its annual Prime Day sales event up by one month. The event is strategically important for Amazon as it aims to capture consumer spending, especially in a market where discretionary dollars are tightening and AI is increasingly influencing shopping behavior. Senior E-commerce and retail analyst for Bloomberg Intelligence Poonam Goyal explains the importance of Prime Day for Amazon to David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend.

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Fuel Shortages in Russia Amid Ukraine Drone Attacks

Over 50 regions in Russia are currently experiencing severe fuel shortages. These shortages are attributed to long-range sanctions and targeted Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries and ports, which have significantly reduced Russia's refining capacity by 20-30%. Bloomberg News Senior Writer Stephanie Baker joins Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss the situation the world's second-largest oil producer finds itself in.

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US and Iranian Negotiators Begin Talks in Switzerland

Vice President JD Vance arrived in Switzerland to participate in high-stakes negotiations involving the United States, Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar, aimed at advancing progress on nuclear issues and regional security, including the Lebanon conflict. Despite a memorandum of understanding recently signed, some provisions remain unresolved, necessitating further dialogue. ABC News State Department reporter Shannon Kingston and Associated Press International Correspondent Philip Crowther join David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss what is ahead for the negotiators.

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History Repeating Itself in America

As the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, we can look back and see the recurring themes and lessons in American history. Host of the podcast History That Doesn't Suck and professor at Utah Valley University's Center for Constitutional Studies Greg Jackson joins Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss his new book Been There, Done That, How Our History Shows What We Can Overcome with hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini, which explores these moments in history.

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Iran Sanctions Losing Efficacy

In 2015, sanctions played a key role in bringing Iran to the negotiating table but now warfare has been the primary tool. Oliver Wyman Partner and Global Anti-Financial Crime Practice Leader Daniel Tannebaum explains to David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend how even if sanctions on Iran are lifted, businesses may remain hesitant to reengage with Iran due to lingering risks.

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