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Air France-KLM CEO Benjamin Smith discussed the airline's cautious approach to resuming flights in the Gulf region, confirming the return to Riyadh while other destinations like Dubai, Tel Aviv, and Beirut remain closed.
The upcoming FIFA World Cup, hosted across North America, is projected to generate a record $11 billion in revenue. However, there are some questions on the actual benefits for the United States playing host. Bloomberg Business of Sports Columnist Adam Minter came on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss what hosting such an event means for the host country.
Africa Finance Corporation President and CEO Samaila Zubairu speaks on raising $2 billion via a syndicated loan.
Air France-KLM CEO Ben Smith speaks at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) saying "we'll make do" with the availability of fuel and the that he expects 5-10% of customers to return, when flights through the Gulf return to full capacity.
Ahead of SpaceX's highly anticipated IPO Co-host of Bloomberg Tech Ed Ludlow, Bloomberg New's Senior Equities reporter Bailey Lipschultz, and Bloomberg's Senior Aerospace Defense and Airline analyst George Ferguson join David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss market expectations and the potential impact on the industry.
The NBA Finals features two of the most marketable teams in the league. On one side of the finals matchup, the New York Knicks have their ties to NYC, the iconic MSG, and their legacy as one of the original NBA franchises. The other side of the court, the San Antonio Spurs are led by 22 year-old French superstar Victor Wembanyama a 7'4 player considered to be the future of the league. Host of Sports City and Co-host of Bloomberg's Business of Sports podcast Randall Williams joins Bloomberg This Weekend hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini to discuss how the broader NBA landscape could benefit from the competitive series.
President Trump has appointed Bill Pulte as the Acting Director of National Intelligence which has mixed reactions from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. Republican Congressman Greg Steube joined David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss his opinion on Pulte's appointment.
The seven countries of OPEC+ hold their monthly meeting while airline executives gather for their annual conference, both covering the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Co-Host of Bloomberg Surveillance Lisa Abramowicz and Bloomberg News Middle East Correspondent Abeer Abu Omar join David Gura and Christina Ruffini on Bloomberg This Weekend to discuss the information that has come from these two events.
The rapid growth of satellite networks is creating a global race to build the infrastructure needed to get them into orbit. Launch on Demand founder Burton Catledge is developing what could become the first US-owned commercial spaceport in Latin America, betting that demand for launch capacity will surge as the number of satellites in orbit expands dramatically over the coming decade. McKinsey aerospace expert Ryan Burkardt says existing launch infrastructure is already strained. CSIS aerospace specialist Kari Bingen sees more than just demand driving the opportunity: space could become a new frontier of geopolitical competition as China expands its footprint across Latin America.
Delta Airlines President Peter Carter speaks at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on consumers "insatiable appetite" for premium travel.
Delta Airlines President Peter Carter speaks at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on Middle East, Rhiad flights and premium travel.
JetBlue CEO Joanna Geraghty speaks at the International Air Transport Association (IATA) on potential consolidation saying "never say never".
