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Introducing: Bloomberg This Weekend

March 1, 2026

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  • The new program, "Bloomberg This Weekend," hosted by David Gura, Christina Ruffini, and Lisa Mateo, offers unique weekend coverage of business, news, lifestyle, and culture. 
  • The show provides in-depth analysis and interviews on Saturdays to contextualize the past week's events, followed by discussions with key figures on Sundays to prepare viewers for the week ahead. 
  • "Bloomberg This Weekend" is available across multiple platforms, including live viewing on Bloomberg Television, listening on Bloomberg Radio, and via podcast, airing Saturdays and Sundays starting at 7 AM Eastern. 

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Introduction to Weekend News
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  • Key Takeaway: Bloomberg is establishing a dedicated platform to provide continuous context and coverage as news evolves over the weekend.
  • Summary: News context changes constantly, requiring continuous coverage even when standard business reporting slows. Bloomberg is positioning itself as the essential source for staying informed throughout the weekend. This effort is branded under the new program, “Bloomberg This Weekend.”
Hosts and Program Content
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  • Key Takeaway: David Gura, Christina Ruffini, and Lisa Mateo host “Bloomberg This Weekend,” promising headlines, analysis, and major interviews covering stories relevant to days off.
  • Summary: David Gura introduces the program, joined by Christina Ruffini and Lisa Mateo, who will deliver the latest headlines and in-depth analysis. The show focuses on stories that resonate with audiences during their leisure time. The hosts promise thoughtful and enlightening conversations spanning business, lifestyle, people, and culture.
Weekend Programming Structure
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  • Key Takeaway: Saturday programming focuses on retrospective analysis of the past week’s market and world events, while Sunday programming prepares the audience for the upcoming week by featuring journalists and political figures.
  • Summary: Saturday mornings are dedicated to putting the past week’s events into context, specifically examining market movements and global happenings. Sundays shift focus to the future, featuring conversations with journalists, columnists, and key political figures. Listeners are encouraged to integrate the show into their weekend routine immediately upon waking.
Viewing and Listening Options
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  • Key Takeaway: The program airs live from 7 AM to 10 AM Eastern time across Bloomberg Television and Bloomberg Radio, and is also accessible via the Bloomberg Business app and podcast.
  • Summary: Viewers can watch the show live on Bloomberg Television or listen live on Bloomberg Radio. Streaming is also available through the Bloomberg Business app. The podcast version offers access to the best conversations from the live broadcasts. The live broadcast window is consistently 7 AM Eastern on both Saturdays and Sundays.