Company Overview & Strategy - MIDI Health was founded to address the lack of available and insurance-covered menopause care, driven by the founder's personal experience [1][2] - The company leverages telehealth to provide nationwide access to menopause care, enabled by changes in healthcare delivery post-COVID-19 [16][17] - MIDI Health's go-to-market strategy is primarily direct to consumers through commercial insurance coverage, not primarily employer-based care [15][16] - The company emphasizes a holistic approach to women's health, addressing a wide spectrum of menopause symptoms [13][14] - MIDI Health aims to be the trusted consumer brand for women's health, focusing on perimenopause and menopause [22] Clinical Operations & Expertise - MIDI Health utilizes care protocols developed by doctors and implemented by nurse practitioners (NPs) to deliver standardized care nationally [17][19] - The company democratizes access to specialized care by distributing expert protocols to a network of 500 NPs [19] - MIDI Health offers a range of treatments, including hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and supplements, emphasizing patient choice and education [39][40] Market Trends & Impact - The company is part of a cultural shift normalizing conversations about menopause and women's health [26] - Menopause symptoms can negatively impact women's careers, with 50% reporting they don't apply for promotions and 10% leaving the workforce [29] - The FDA's evolving policies on hormone replacement therapy (HRT) are expected to positively impact the acceptance and use of HRT [34][35] - There was a significant drop in women taking hormone replacement therapy, from 45% to less than 4%, after the FDA issued warnings [36][37] Funding & Investment - MIDI Health initially faced challenges in securing funding, as women's health was not a mainstream investment area [21][22] - The company attracted investment from angel investors, including celebrities and women executives, to build brand awareness [23][24] Leadership & Culture - The CEO emphasizes the importance of resilience and continuous learning in entrepreneurship [70][71] - The company culture prioritizes creating a supportive environment for working parents, particularly women [67][68] - The CEO uses AI tools like ChatGPT to refine company strategies and OKRs, simulating expert feedback [78][79][80][81]

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Markets kicking off December with losses though, even after last week's big rebound. Historically, December has been a seasonally strong month without much volatility. Will this December prove to be the same.Well, joining us now is Max Kentner. He is chief multi-asset strategist at HSBC. Max, it's great to have you back on the show.And let's start right there because historically December tends to be one to remember for all the right reasons. How do you see this market shaping up right now into year end. >> ...

that how much if you have the data how much do you replace or supplant store branded credit cards which can often have APRs up to 34%. Basically usery interest rates in some cases people might be better off going to the buy now pay later model than taking out some of these cards. Do you do you take their share.>> Uh very much so. So, I mean the point is that in the US there's this uh group called self-aware avoiders. People who've tried credit cards uh didn't like them.Uh found that they are the product of ...

SUSTAINED WORK, AND THAT WILL AGAIN HAVE IMPLICATIONS FOR THE TRADE THAT WE KNOW CHANGES QUICKLY IN YEAR FOUR. >> YES, THAT IS SO TRUE. D THANK YOU.DEIRDRE BOSA. LET'S BRING IN CNBC CONTRIBUTOR NOW BIG TECHNOLOGY FOUNDER ALEX KANTROWITZ OKAY. GOOD TO SEE YOU. I HOPE YOU HAD A GOOD HOLIDAY.IT'S GOOD TO HAVE YOU BACK. IS IT OVERSTATING IT TO SAY THAT CHATGPT NOT ONLY CHANGED THE WORLD IN SOME RESPECTS, BUT IT CERTAINLY SEEMS TO HAVE CHANGED THE WAY THAT WE WERE INTERESTED IN BUYING CERTAIN STOCKS IN THIS MARK ...

Well, this is actually about a $2 billion investment in Synopsis, and it's really a signal about where Nvidia sees the next wave of growth. Synopsis, uh, to your point, Kelly, makes design software for engineers. So, for example, let's say you're BMW, you're designing a new electric vehicle or, um, even a ship builder designing next generation vessels.You're probably using Synopsis tools. And Nvidia just bought a big stake in the company, even though both firms have been working together for years. So this ...

Geopolitical Risks & Oil Supply - RBC Capital Markets notes damage to a single mooring point at the CPC pipeline, impacting loading capacity [1][2] - Ukrainian drone attacks on three Russian tankers and the CPC pipeline raise concerns about a new phase in the conflict and potential escalation [2] - The attacks could potentially influence peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, either by prompting Russia to make concessions or by escalating the conflict [3][4] - Ukraine's independent drone capabilities eliminate reliance on US technology for these attacks [4][5] - The market initially anticipated a rally due to US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, but peace proposal announcements tempered expectations [5][6] - Escalation of attacks on Black Sea tankers and the CPC pipeline could elevate the risk profile for the entire Black Sea commodity corridor, affecting oil and grain shipments [9] Market Dynamics & Production - Despite oil prices being below $60 per barrel, US oil production remains high at 1384 million barrels per day [3][9] - The market is considering the potential impact of Venezuela and Nicholas Maduro on the oil market [10][11] - The US is considering options regarding Nicholas Maduro, including potential removal from power [11][12] Peace Talks & Geopolitical Tensions - Skepticism exists in Europe regarding Russia's willingness to make meaningful concessions in peace talks, particularly concerning Ukraine's potential path into NATO [6] - Germany is reportedly preparing for potential conflict with Russia by 2030, highlighting ongoing geopolitical tensions [7] - The potential for President Trump to broker a peace agreement is being considered, but the involvement of multiple stakeholders, including Ukraine, complicates the situation [8]