Looking ahead to what could move markets next week, Cheddar News discusses what earnings to expect and explains why a Southwest Airlines executive will testify about its recent flight cancellations.

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Ford Partners With GlobalFoundries to Gain Control Over Semiconductor Chip Supply
Amid an ongoing global semiconductor chip shortage, American automaker Ford has decided to open up supply chains of its own. Karl Brauer, an executive analyst at iSeeCars.com, joined Cheddar to discuss Ford's new partnership with multinational semiconductor maker GlobalFoundries to build those chips domestically. Brauer praised Ford for the move both for ongoing supply woes and the future of automobile manufacturing. "It's not just the supply chain," he said. "It's not just about getting chips, but maybe getting chips that are more customized and specific to your needs."
GM Expanding EV Manufacturing with Factory ZERO
Gerald Johnson, Executive VP, Global Manufacturing and Sustainability at General Motors, joins Cheddar News to break down what Factory ZERO signifies for GM's all-electric future and why the auto manufacturer will be a leader in the growing EV industry.
Founder of Best Buy on The State of Entrepreneurship in the U.S.
According to the U.S. Labor Department, a record 4.4-million people quit their job in September, with data showing there are seven unemployed workers for every ten job openings. However, Americans aren't just quitting their jobs for more suitable ones, many are embracing their entrepreneurial side, leaving to start their own business. Dick Schulze, founder of Best Buy joined Cheddar's Opening Bell to discuss.
Airlines Prepare For Holidays With Labor Shortage, High Demand
Airlines are gearing up for a busy winter season as they continue to rebound from the pandemic. But jet fuel prices combined with the ongoing labor shortage could put a damper on those holiday gains. Christian Vernet, president of La Compagnie, the only all business class airline in the world, joined Cheddar for an update on the state of the airline industry and how it's dealing with the surge in demand after the U.S. reopened its border to international visitors.
Cadillac To Roll Out First All-Electric Car
Cadillac is launching its first ever all-electric vehicle. The 2023 Lyriq boasts an estimated 300 mile range, $60,000 dollar starting price, a 33-inch advanced LED display, among many other features. The rollout comes as Cadillac has posted record third quarter global sales and plans to become all-electric by 2030. Rory Harvey, vice president of Cadillac, joined Cheddar to discuss what drivers can expect from the Lyriq, and how the brand has been able to deal with the ongoing chip shortage.
New Unemployment Claims Last Week Total 268,000
Octavio Marenzi, Founder & CEO of Opimas, discusses how labor participation is directly correlated with wage pressures and why supply chain issues are having little effect on earnings from the retail sector.
Macy's Reports Q3 Earnings Beat. Will Launch Digital Marketplace
Macy's reported a Q3 earnings beat and raked in $5.4 billion in revenue. The department store giant also said it is equipped to handle the expected holiday shopping rush. The company also announced it would be launching its own curated digital marketplace in 2022.
Zumba CEO on Rising Demand for In-Person Training, Balancing Hybrid Fitness Options
Zumba Fitness CEO Alberto Perlman joined Cheddar's "Between Bells" to talk about the rise in demand for in-person training after the company saw a 55 percent jump in scheduled classes over Q3. Perlman noted that while demand for in-person training is increasing, the pandemic exposed a market for at-home sessions that will likely persist even after it ends. "The world is becoming hybrid, and people are finding ways to fit in two workouts a week at home and then three workouts at the gym. And our instructors are perfectly positioned to adapt to those environments," he said.
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