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President Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China are going into effect today, rattling the markets. We’ll look at how to position and what it all means for consumers and the Fed’s path forward. 

Tariffs are set to be imposed on Mexico, Canada, and China, but our guest is concerned there doesn’t seem to be any rush for countries to find an off-ramp. Plus, Warren Buffett warns the economy and consumer could weaken, but our market guest is ready to buy any pullbacks and tells us where he sees the most opportunity. And tariffs should be a tailwind for this U.S. uranium producer, but there’s more to this story than trade. The CEO of Uranium Energy Corp. joins us with his outlook for America’s energy security.

President Trump and Vice President Vance argued with Ukranian President Zelenskyy during an extraordinary moment before reporters in the White House. The visit, which was supposed to culminate in a news conference between both leaders, ended with Zelenskyy’s abrupt departure. We follow the live developments and market action as the event unfolds.

More signs of a slowdown are putting the Fed in a tricky position. We’ll debate what it means for the bull run. Plus, Bath & Body Works is plunging on weak guidance and the risk of tariffs. We’ll look at who else has the most exposure to China. And Trump’s gold card program has a hidden tax break that could lead to a boom in foreign investment.

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy weighs in on AI, James Bond, and why Alexa+ is for the children in an extended interview. Plus, ahead of earnings, we dig into why Wells Fargo says Nvidia is still one of the most attractive secular growth stories in semis. 

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Leverage, inverse and single-stock funds have exploded in popularity. But, could a turn in the market leave some investors imploding? What to know before you buy into this trend.  

A batch of negative data, including weak consumer sentiment, is weighing on stocks. Plus, UnitedHealth plunges as the Justice Department reportedly investigates its Medicare billing practices. And Wells Fargo has the retail names most exposed to the Trump administration’s shifting policy on immigration.

Walmart’s weak guidance is weighing on the Dow, putting it on pace for one of its worst days of the year. Plus, a flurry of Fed officials are weighing in on tariff uncertainty and warning of a material slowdown. And the housing market could be set for another soggy spring selling season. We’ll ask the CEO of Tri Pointe Homes about what he’s seeing.

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President Trump reiterated his reciprocal tariff plan over the weekend. We’ll speak to an expert that says it really could lead to 20% or more tariffs on many of our biggest trading partners.

Plus, shares of Intel are surging again today amid reports it could be broken in two. But we’ll speak to an analyst who says he has a “better” idea to create value.

And, U.S. and Russia officials are holding their first high-level talks in more than two years, as they try to negotiate a truce in the Ukraine conflict. We’ll get the latest details.

The major averages are set to end the week higher despite a whirlwind week of tariffs, inflation, and Musk-driven drama. But President Trump’s rhetoric around defense spending is spooking that sector. And Intel is on pace for its best week since 2000 on rumors of a tie-up with Taiwan Semi. We’ll cut through the noise with Bernstein’s Stacy Rasgon.

President Trump is set to impose new, reciprocal tariffs on other nations, matching what they currently charge the U.S. to import goods. We’ll look at the fallout for stocks and the inflationary impact. And is DOGE distracting Elon Musk from Tesla? Wedbush’s Dan Ives doesn’t think so, and says deregulation will drive another $1 trillion in market cap for the EV maker. And Atlantic Council CEO Fred Kempe is in Munich with what European officials are saying about a potential truce between Russia and Ukraine.

Today’s hotter-than-expected CPI print might make the Fed’s path forward a bit murkier, as Powell doubles down on not rushing to cut rates with the economy as strong as it is. Plus, Elon Musk is laying out his vision for DOGE’s cuts to the federal government, as his feud with OpenAI’s Sam Altman continues.

Fed Chair Powell is wrapping up his first day of testimony on Capitol Hill, saying there’s no rush for the central bank to cut rates. Plus, Elon Musk is making an offer to buy OpenAI, but Sam Altman wasted no time shutting that down. And BYD is taking aim at Tesla in China with its new driver assistance technology

Inflation is stealing the show today with consumers increasingly anxious about tariffs and higher costs. KPMG’s Diane Swonk is now forecasting zero Fed rate cuts this year and joins us to make her case. Plus, we’ll speak with the Frontier CEO as the stock soars on the back of earnings and on the heels of making another offer to buy Spirit. And the U.S. unit of Belgian cement producer, Titan America, is going public on the NYSE. The CEO joins us in a First on CNBC interview.

January’s jobs report is on deck, and there’s likely to be a huge swing on the monthly figure and some major revisions. Plus, tech stocks are underperforming this year at a level we haven’t seen in over a decade. And Amazon, Affirm, and Expedia results are on deck. We have the numbers and narratives to know in Earnings Exchange.

Alphabet shares are selling off after missing revenue estimates, but one tech portfolio manager isn’t worried about it. Plus, researchers uncovered a troubling connection between DeepSeek and a Chinese telecom company that’s banned from doing business in the U.S. We’ll speak with the man behind the report. And gold is hitting another record high as the dollar gains strength too, and that has one portfolio manager looking to buy some unloved names.

Wall Street is back in love with growth names like Meta and Palantir, but our guest has a word of caution for investors banking on big returns. Plus, more companies are splitting their stock and seeing big returns afterwards. We’ll ask Bank of America who’s next on their watchlist. And tariffs are mostly on pause, but there’s another headwind on the horizon for retail stocks.

Stocks are cutting their losses after opening sharply lower, following news of a temporary tariff deal between the U.S. and Mexico. We have the impact to the economy and supply chain. Plus, one CEO is warning of a lumber supply shock as homebuilders depend on Canadian lumber to construct houses. And Nvidia is coming off its worst week in more than two years after the DeepSeek-induced sell-off. Wall Street’s #1 analyst joins us with a look at the tariff risk facing the space.

The Fed’s preferred inflation gauge came in-line with estimates. We’ll look at how to position as stocks shake off a rough start to the year. Plus, Nvidia’s CEO is at the White House to meet with President Trump. And tariffs are set to take effect on Mexico, Canada, and China tomorrow. We’ll look at which companies have the most exposure and how to protect your portfolio.

Tesla moving higher despite dismal results, but our analyst says its in a unique position with a supercharged AI and self-driving outlook. Plus, Apple is on deck to report results and one CIO says the bar seems pretty low post-DeepSeek. And UPS is tracking for its worst day on record after announcing plans to scale back Amazon deliveries. We’ll speak with the CEO about that and their cost-cutting efforts.

We’re gearing up for the Fed’s first rate decision under the second Trump administration, and what to expect Chair Powell to say at his press conference. Plus, Nvidia falling again on more AI news and reports of potentially stricter restrictions on their China sales. And we’ll look ahead to Microsoft, Tesla and Caterpillar’s results after the bell in Earnings Exchange.

The Nasdaq is rebounding after yesterday’s Nvidia-led sell-off, but Vaneck’s CEO sees more pain ahead for big tech. If that comes to pass, Barclays says health care stands to be the biggest beneficiary of tech’s underperformance, and our analyst has the names with the biggest upside. And consumer confidence came in weaker than expected as Main Street remains pessimistic about their future employment. We’ll look at what it means for the Fed’s next move.

DeepSeek isn’t just outperforming Silicon Valley competitors – it’s also open-source, cost effective, and requires way less computational power. VC Bradely Tusk tells us it’s going to be really hard to tell his starts ups not to use it. Plus, some good news on the housing front. New home sales were better than expected, and rents are coming down. This matters to CPI, PCE and to the Fed. We discuss if a rate cut could be on the docket for Wednesday’s meeting.  

The S&P 500 is hitting another record high ahead of the busiest week of earnings, but our market guest is worried about one risk to the overall rally. Plus, President Trump wants the Fed to cut rates, and our economist thinks he might get his wish times three! And Netflix is getting another big upgrade on Wall Street to cap off the stock’s best week in a year.

President Trump speaking to bank CEOs at Davos, and throwing punches at some of them with his comments too. Plus, Blackrock’s Larry Fink is warning of renewed inflation risk to the market. And Netflix is moving higher again today after its blowout earnings report. We’ll look at the fallout for the media landscape.

The Trump-backed, multibillion-dollar AI initiative “Stargate” answers some key questions about the AI trade, according to one analyst. Plus, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon says a strong dollar isn’t bad, but P&G’s CEO says it isn’t good either, and our market guest says staying small helps avoid it altogether. And the CEO of Chuck E. Cheese’s parent company joins us with the latest on their turnaround efforts after filing for, and emerging from, bankruptcy in 2020.

Day 1 of Trump 2.0 brought 46 presidential actions, along with a shift in tone on tariffs that the market seems to be welcoming today. We have the latest and what could happen next. Plus, venture capitalist Bradley Tusk says Trump repealing Biden’s orders on AI doesn’t matter and will join us to explain. And S&P Vice Chair Dan Yergin is live from Davos with the business community’s reaction to Trump declaring a “national energy emergency”.

Will TikTok go dark this weekend? Will Elon Musk buy it? We game out the likely scenarios for the social media apps—and dig into the cybersecurity risks for both users and non-users alike. Bitcoin up 10% in the week before Trump’s inauguration, just how high crypto can go this year, according to Standard Chartered. Plus, Bernstein analyst Toni Sacconaghi tells us where he’s finding value in big tech in his final TV interview ahead of retirement. 

President-elect Trump’s pick for Treasury Secretary is testifying before the Senate Banking Committee. Plus, we have an exclusive sit-down interview with Citi CEO Jane Fraser on the heels of the bank’s strong quarterly results. And USAA’s CEO is on the ground in California as residents begin to rebuild their lives in the wake of the devastating wildfires.

Inflation is cooling, yields are dropping, and stocks are rallying. Can today’s market action last or is it a last hurrah before tariffs take center stage? Plus, deal activity is surging to start the year. We’ll look at who could be next. And we’ll speak with one TikTok creator with millions of dollars at stake about how she’s preparing for a potential ban.

Stocks moving lower on the eve of earnings season, but our guest is warning of a different risk that the market is underpricing. Plus, TikTok denying a report that it’s weighing a sale to Elon Musk. We’ll look at the platform’s most likely path forward. And our strategist has the sectors he expects to come out on top this earnings season, and some of them may surprise you.

The global surge in bond yields and the dollar is putting pressure on tech stocks. We’ll dig into how long these headwinds could persist. Plus, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is calling out Apple for a lack of innovation and for “squeezing people.” We’ll look at the potential fallout for advertisers amid his recent political shift. And Redfin is fielding thousands of calls as the rental market looks to absorb the fallout from the California wildfires. We’ll check on the real estate market with the broker’s CEO.

Stocks selling off on today’s jobs report, now erasing all their post-election gains, and one of our guests says don’t expect that to change until yields move lower. Plus, Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. are pulling the plug on their joint venture, Venu Sports. We’ll look at why and what it means for the media landscape. And NATO’s former Supreme Allied Commander Adm. James Stavridis joins us with a look at Greenland’s strategic importance and how the U.S. can expand its presence there.

Deadly wildfires continue to devastate Southern California. We speak with two people directly impacted. Plus, we’re decades away from useful quantum computers – or so says Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang. We talk to one CEO who says that timeline is dead-wrong. 

Mark Zuckerberg is taking a page out of Elon Musk’s playbook by eliminating fact checkers in favor of community notes. We have the details and a look at the bigger battle that could be brewing. Plus, MoffettNathanson is downgrading Apple to Sell for the first time, and it’s got Wall Street second-guessing the stock. The analyst behind that call joins us to make his case.

Pres.-elect Trump denies he’s considering paring back tariffs, so what would a full rollout mean for stocks, bonds, and currencies? We’ll debate. Plus, Disney striking the first big media deal of the year with Fubo. We’ll break down the details and what it means for the broader media landscape. And one analyst calls 2025 the year of the underdog airlines, and she’s upgrading American as a result. She’ll join us to make her case.

Rep.-elect Mike Johnson is fighting to retain the gavel as House Speaker, and we’ll game out the potential impact of a protracted battle for speakership. Plus, our market guest is staying bullish on the U.S. despite the drama in D.C., and joins us with the themes driving stocks in the new year. But our technician isn’t feeling so optimistic, and brings three charts that make him worry about near-term risk.

2025’s first big data point is a strong one, but our market guest still sees the Fed cutting rates for times this year. Plus, Tesla getting hit after its first-ever annual drop in deliveries, but our analyst is watching the trends in autonomous driving instead. And we’ll speak with the CEO of a company involved in every aspect of LNG, ahead of a predicted natural gas boom

AI was the big story of the year, but now it needs to grow up, according to our market guest. Plus, insurance stocks soared in 2024, but so have property insurance premiums. We’ll tell you how to mitigate risk, potentially lower your payments, and position your portfolio for big gains in 2025. And we’re live at the NYSE for the annual singing of “Wait ‘Till The Sun Shines Nellie,” led by the late Art Cashin’s family.

Despite stocks sinking into year-end, Citi is staying optimistic for 2025 and their US equity strategist joins us with the names he expects to outperform over the next 12 months. Plus, homeflipping profits are plunging as rates go higher. And we look back at the life, legacy, and economic record of former President Jimmy Carter.

Big tech is getting pounded, Bitcoin is falling, and treasury yields are moving lower. We dive into today’s market sell-off as we round out the holiday-shortened trading week. 

David Zervos tells us why he thinks the Fed is too restrictive heading into the Trump administratio. A retail analyst brings us the four names he’s most bullish heading into 2025--including one stock that’s up 20% in the past month. Plus, the PMG CEO gives us his read on the health of commercial real estate, and why rents won’t be falling any time soon. 

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Trader Jenny Harrington gives us the names that can cut through the market noise. With Nordstrom being taken private, we look at the other retailers that could be poised for a deal next year. And we run through predictions from 13 media executives for what 2025 will bring. 

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Strategas’ Dan Clifton makes the case for why Elon Musk is the ultimate bond vigilante, and what comes next could be earth-shattering. Plus, we have the latest from Capitol Hill as Congress races to avoid a shutdown by Friday night. And Bloom Energy has been called an underappreciated AI play for its ability to scale quickly and power data centers. The CEO joins us exclusively with what’s behind the innovative technology.

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Today’s retail sales data suggests consumers are getting more cautious, and tariffs may not help things in 2025. Plus, our market guest is going long Europe despite the growing geopolitical uncertainty there. And BofA is out with its food forecast for 2025, claiming chocolate milk could be a growth driver next year.

The Fed is expected to cut rates this Wednesday, but it’s a somewhat controversial cut. We explain why. Plus, Bank of America just made Nvidia one its top picks for year, but the stock’s been stalling out. We dive into the risks to consider.  

Wall Street’s #1 semiconductor analyst is with us as Broadcom soars to a new all-time high, pushing its market cap past $1 trillion for the first time. Plus, the market is facing a breadth problem, and the Mag 7 are emblematic of a worrying sign of weakness in the market, according to our market guest. And Rep. Gottheimer from NJ joins us with his take on the mysterious drone sightings in the state, and the government’s efforts to ban TikTok.

ServiceTitan opens for trading above its IPO price after pricing well above its range. Is it a bullish sign for the IPO market? Plus, President-elect Trump spoke to Jim Cramer after ringing the opening bell at the NYSE, sharing a preview of his agenda on crypto, taxes, and more. And Archer Aviation shares have more than doubled since the election as eVTOL names get a bump ahead of inauguration day. We’ll speak with the CEO about what’s driving optimism.

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Listen to the day's top stories, the must reads & a whole lot more for today's modern investor.

Listen to the day's top stories, the must reads & a whole lot more for today's modern investor.

Did today’s strong jobs report put the Fed’s December pause on pause? It depends on who you ask. We’ll round up the latest Fedspeak and look at how to position into year-end. Plus, one economist says AI is exacerbating the “hiring doom loop.” He’ll join us to explain and give us the latest remote-work trends. And it’s OpenAI’s second day of “Shipmas”, we have their latest offering and a look at Trump’s pick for the White House AI and Crypto Czar.

Bitcoin just topped $100K for the first time ever. President-elect Trump says “You’re welcome.” Early investor Mike Novogratz says we’re witnessing a paradigm shift. And our market guest says he’s taking his money off the table. We discuss the different takes on Bitcoin’s big comeback.  

We’re counting down to Fed Chair Powell’s interview at the DealBook Summit. But first, we’ve got both sides of the rate-cut conundrum with where the economy could go depending on the Fed’s meeting in 2 weeks. And the housing market is showing some signs of movement. We’ll look at the latest data points and why housing could become a key issue for President-elect Trump and the GOP.

If the Fed skips a December cut, our market guest says there’s one trade to position for that. Plus, Salesforce earnings are on deck, and our analyst is bringing his 2025 playbook to the table. And Deutsche Bank is initiating coverage on Instacart, but warning investors not to put the ”CART” before the horse.

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Stocks hitting record highs again and one strategist says there’s no reason to believe the rally will slow down. Plus, bitcoin is on track to snap a 4-week winning streak, but one trading platform executive sees it climbing to $250K by the end of next year and $500K by the end of 2027. He joins us to make his case. And we’ve got every angle of Black Friday shopping covered with an in-mall view, the consumer forecast for holiday shopping season, and the CEO of Pandora Jewelers with his pulse of the consumer.

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President-elect Trump doubles down on tariffs. The option market waves a red flag. And housing misses big on another key metric.  

Stocks climb, yields fall after President-elect Trump chooses a fiscal hawk to head the Treasury Department. Bank of America explores the link between premium pasta sauce sales and restaurant foot traffic. Plus, what’s topping Gen Z’s holiday wishlists—and which companies are set to cash in. 

Alphabet wrapping up a tough week dealing with DOJ scrutiny, while Amazon’s upping its investment in Anthropic. We have the headlines and industry impact. Plus, our guest sees the S&P 500 hitting 7,000 by the end of 2025, thanks in part to the Trump administration’s actions, and joins us to explain why. And bitcoin continues its march to $100K, but our guest says investors are still early in the game if they get into the crypto now.

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Listen to the day's top stories, the must reads & a whole lot more for today's modern investor.

Stocks are recovering after ramping tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war weighed on the major averages earlier in the session. We have the latest and what the 2nd Trump administration could mean for the region. Plus, chip stocks are boosting the Nasdaq ahead of Nvidia’s results tomorrow. We’ll look at how to position and what’s ahead for the industry as a whole. And off-price retail is on deck to report results this week. Bank of America has the names to buy ahead of the print.

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We’re tackling every angle of the Trump transition: Chips, EVs, Pharma, Food, and Tech Regulation. Plus, our market guest is joining us with the biggest opportunities he sees post-election. And Michael Nathanson brings the two names in the Mag 7 he says are undervalued and underappreciated.

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Listen to the day's top stories, the must reads & a whole lot more for today's modern investor. 

It’s like when you’re the kid and the teacher is mean to you, and then you become the principal. That’s how Tesla analyst Dan Ives describes Elon Musk’s new role in the Trump administration. Ives calls it a game-changer for Tesla. He joins us to make his case. Plus, Disney earnings are on deck. Analyst Laura Martin has long said it will be a takeover target if the regulatory environment allows it. With Trump in charge, we’ll ask her if the time has come and who could scoop it up.  

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What a week for the markets, the Dow hitting 44,000 to close out the best week in a year on Trump’s election win, while the S&P crosses the 6,000 mark for the first time. Our market guest says momentum rules. We ask him how he’s riding it. Plus, that brings us to our first mystery chart. We’ll give you a hint – it’s the key catalyst our international strategist is watching as a signal to trade out of the U.S., which he expects to happen under Trump. And, a special Three Buys & A Bail “Election Edition,” including one name in energy that hasn’t been mentioned as a Trump winner this week. 

Less than 60 minutes until the Fed decision on interest rates. We’ll tell you what to expect, what to watch for, and what impact the Trump administration could have on the future of the central bank. Speaking of Trump policies, we’re drilling down on the potential tariff impact to IT and Hardware with Evercore’s Amit Daryanani, and shares of freelance platform Upwork are up 60% in 2 weeks. We’ll ask the CEO what’s driving the rally and get her read on the labor market.

Stocks are surging as Trump becomes the President-Elect and the possibility for a GOP-controlled Congress remains. We’ll look at the three areas of the market our guest says stand to benefit. Plus, we’re just about 24 hours away from the Fed decision on interest rates, and one of our guests has noticed a shift in the central bank’s approach. And we’ll speak with the Wells Fargo analyst who says the state is set for significant M&A cycle in broadcast media.

The trades for both candidates seem to be working today with big tech outperforming, along with DJT, crypto and bond yields on the rise. We’ll look at the market implications of today’s election outcome. Plus, foreign policy and the future of NATO is front and center today with the world watching the U.S. choose a new president. And Thursday’s Fed decision is around the corner as 10-year notes go up for auction today. We have the results and analysis.

We’ll round up the latest polling data and look at the key trades to consider under each outcome. Plus, we’re checking in on the consumer, with inflation and the economy top of mind ahead of tomorrow’s election. And Berkshire Hathaway is revealing its latest moves, including a growing cash pile that’s bigger than most U.S. stocks.

Stocks are mostly higher despite a lighter-than-expected jobs report, but if the weakness is just storm- and strike-related, does it even matter to the Fed ahead of next week’s meeting? Plus, one analyst is tracking the scary read-throughs following the busiest week of earnings season and joins us with the fallout ahead of the holiday season. And we’re trading the winners and losers of this earnings week in 3 Buys & A Bail.

Apple earnings on deck, as Microsoft and Meta are under pressure following their reports. We’ll look at what went wrong and how it sets up the rest of big tech. Plus, CNBC’s parent company Comcast is considering a spinoff of its cable networks business. We have exclusive comments from Liberty Chairman John Malone. And the CEOs of Generac, Equinix, and Kontoor Brands join us on the heels of their earnings reports.

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Listen to the day's top stories, the must reads & a whole lot more for today's modern investor.

Five of the Magnificent Seven report results this week; our technician has the name poised for a breakout. NYSE President Lynn Martin weighs in on the pros and cons of a 22-hour trading day. Plus, the start-up pairing college students with seniors to help close the elder-care gap. 

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Listen to the day's top stories, the must reads & a whole lot more for today's modern investor.

Stocks are moving lower as yields climb yet again. We’ll tell you where the opportunities are and why our strategist is cautious on the long end. Plus, the winner of this year’s Nobel Prize in Economics says America is “sleepwalking into an economic storm”. He’ll join us to explain and tell us about the red flags he’s seeing. And Tesla reports results after the bell today. Bernstein’s Toni Sacconaghi joins us to explain why he sees more than 44% downside ahead.

Paul Tudor Jones says the U.S. should inflate its way out of debt. We’ll debate the Fed’s path forward from here. Plus, the changes to Disney’s board may be a net-positive for both Disney and Nike. And we’ll talk to one of the biggest players in AI about the next steps and a potential IPO.

Rates, overall, have moved higher since the Fed’s jumbo rate cut last month. We’ll look at what’s behind the moves and how to position. Plus, Cigna and Humana shares are on the move as deal talks may be back on, but one strategist calls this the most challenging fundamental backdrop ever for health insurers. And we’ve got a view on the ground in one county that could decide the election, as we kick off the 2024 Your Money, Your Vote Roadtrip.

The economy is strong, and the stock market is at record highs. So should the Fed pause rate cuts? We debate and look at where your money is best deployed against this backdrop. Plus, now that several names have reported, we get a gut check on REITs on the heels of that jumbo-sized rate cut. One analyst brings us his top pick from here. And this company has got a large manufacturing base in Mexico, but is still well positioned even if former President Trump gets elected and imposes steep tariffs. We reveal that name and a few other winners.

Chip stocks are hitting new highs, and the AI story  seems intact but our market guest says to trade it on the margins and joins us to explain. Plus, Google is using AI to turn text into podcasts, and it could be just the beginning for the next generation of generative AI. And we’ve got Netflix, American Express and Procter & Gamble on deck for Earnings Exchange.

We preview results from three companies our trader calls high quality, with a history of performing well for investors. MAI’s Chris Grisanti has called it right on Verizon and Hershey, he tells us the tech name he says is now a value stock. Plus, Trump promising tariffs so high, US companies will have to return manufacturing stateside—two experts discuss whether that’s feasible, what it means for already-high prices, and which countries could retaliate. 

With China’s recovery failing to materialize, and Israel vowing to not strike Iran’s oil targets, energy prices are under pressure. Why we could see $50 oil in the near-future. The health care name one strategist is treating like a growth stock. And the action, the story, and the trade on United Airlines, J.B. Hunt, and Prologis in Earnings Exchange. 

Elon Musk unveiling Tesla’s long-awaited robotaxi, the Cybercab, but failing to detail plans for a ride-hailing service; Melius Research warns Tesla may pose a bigger competitive risk to Uber and Lyft than meets the eye. 

With less than a month until the election, how the GOP is making inroads with the typically liberal unions. 

Plus, recent data and Fed commentary has investors re-thinking rate cuts--we’ve got five names to play a potential pause. 

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Florida is preparing for its second major hurricane in as many weeks. We’ll get a live report from the ground, along with the outlook for gasoline and insurance. Plus, GM’s first investor day in two years is underway, with Wall Street squarely focused on GM’s China strategy. We’ll hear from CEO Mary Barra. And the CEO of Kendra Scott is here with a look at the health of the consumer and overall retail.

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The September jobs report crushed expectations, so did the Fed make a mistake by going big on that first rate cut? We’ll debate. Plus, our market guest says this is what a soft landing looks like, and investors should own small-cap stocks going forward. And restaurants have been challenged by higher wages and a softer consumer, but Guggenheim says one name is dealing with it better than the competition.

One prominent OpenAI investor says the company is too important to forgo the scrutiny of going public, but one of our guests says that as long as Sam Altman can raise gobs of money in private markets, that won’t happen. He explains his take. Plus, the September jobs report is on deck, Middle East tensions are at a boiling point, and the U.S. election is right around the corner. We unpack the uncertainty. And supply chain disruptions are front and center as port strikes hit day three, but some names could actually benefit from the stalemate. One analyst explains. 

OpenAI is officially closing its multibillion-dollar funding round, marking one of the largest private deals ever seen in Silicon Valley. We have the eye-popping numbers and companies backing the startup. Plus, Nvidia and Accenture are teaming up to accelerate corporate adoption of AI. And Hurricane Helene’s path of devastation took out one of the most important towns for the semiconductor industry.

The latest updates on Iran’s missile attack on Israel, including the ripple effects across the Middle East and the fallout for equities, commodities, and more.

Atlantic Council President Fred Kempe and CNBC Contributor Michelle Caruso-Cabrera join us to break down the rising tensions in the Middle East, and what the future of the region holds for investors. Plus, recovery efforts are underway as Hurricane Helene has left more than two million without power. We have the latest and how each presidential candidate is responding to the disaster. And we’re counting down to a potential ports strike with the economic ripple effects and the impact on retailers.

Our economist doesn’t see the bogeyman in today’s economic data, but warns inflation isn’t going to fade away completely. Plus, we’ll look at how to invest in housing as home prices begin to fall in parts of the country. And Chinese equities are having their best week since 2008, but new tariffs go into effect today.

Stimulus news out of Beijing is sparking a massive rally in Chinese equities. We’ll debate whether this is Beijing’s big moment or merely a temporary fix. Plus, OpenAI is in the midst of an executive exodus as it considers restructuring to a for-profit company. And Southwest Airlines is having its best day since early 2020 after some bullish guidance out of its investor day.

Meta’s high-stakes developer conference is kicking off and we’ve got every angle covered from Wall Street to Silicon Valley as Mark Zuckerberg takes the stage. Plus, small caps are set to outperform in the wake of last week’s Fed rate cut, according to one of our market guests. And with 40 days until Election Day, SEIU’s president joins us with the union’s top concerns and a pulse check on the labor market.

Listen to the day's top stories, theOur market guest says stocks will go higher from here, but don't chase the winners, and buy the setback stocks instead. Plus, consumer confidence is hitting a three-year low. We'll look at how that sets up the holiday shopping season, and the retail trade from here. And we’ll look at one under-the-radar green energy stock and how it's positioned to benefit from the nucelar renaissance. must reads & a whole lot more for today's modern investor.

Deal chatter around Intel is running rampant, but our guest says Intel’s not the right fit and has a different semiconductor merger in mind. He’ll join us to make his case. Plus, the U.S. nuclear renaissance is taking shape and we’ll speak with the CEO of Uranium Energy Corp, which just struck a major deal in the energy space. And Nike, Starbucks and Boeing all have new CEOs, but is that enough to invest in their turnaround stories. Tim Seymour joins us with a special 3 Buys, a Bail, and a Boot.

Stocks are in rally mode following the Fed’s big rate cut, but our market guest says it may be time to slow down and get cautious. He explains why. Plus, Bank of America crunched the numbers and says one sector – and several names in it – is poised to pop following the first rate cut. The analyst joins us to make his case. And perhaps this is the news you needed today – you can now have Olive Garden breadsticks on demand. We dive into Darden’s new partnership with Uber, and more in the delivery space. 

It’s the final hour before the Fed decision, and our guests are divided on whether the Fed will cut by 25 or 50 basis points. We’ll look at how to position for either scenario and what the path forward for the Fed looks like regardless. Plus, Senators Warren and Kennedy join us in-studio with their take on the Fed decision, the looming government shutdown, and the presidential election. And SEC Chair Gary Gensler is here with a First On CNBC interview, following the agency’s unanimous vote for new rules in the stock market.

The market seems to be ignoring today’s retail sales data ahead of the Fed decision on interest rates tomorrow. We’ll look ahead to the most uncertain Fed meeting in nearly a decade. Plus, the CEO of Rocket Companies says a quarter-point cut could lead to mortgage rates climbing in the near term. He’ll join us to explain why. And one analyst sees several names at or near inflection points, even if things slow down into the holiday season.

We’re two days away from one of the most consequential Fed meetings in recent years. Will the market get a half-point cut or only 25 basis points? We’ll look at the latest odds and what it means for investors. Plus, Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman joins us ahead of the decision with what it will mean for the housing market. And the Dean of Valuation, NYU Professor Aswath Damodaran, is here with his take on Apple and the three companies facing life cycle challenges.

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If the Fed is expected to do a series of cuts, and the risks to the labor market are to the downside, then why not start with a half-point cut? Former Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester joins Kelly in-studio to discuss. Plus, one of our guests says markets aren’t moving on rates right now, and joins us with how to position. And Disney is cutting prices as Warner Bros Discovery locks in a new distribution deal. We’ll look at the latest in the streaming wars.

The latest read on inflation is dashing hopes for a half-point rate cut next week, but one of our guests says the size of the first cut doesn’t matter and the time to deploy cash is now. Plus, subprime is the new prime, if you believe the latest commentary from some of the banks. And there’s one group of consumer stocks that may remain stuck in neutral, even in a soft-landing situation. We look at the trades you may want to avoid.

Oracle hitting a record high after an earnings beat and high-profile partnership announcements…how the tech stalwart might’ve just become a new AI darling. 

Harris and Trump set to square off on the debate stage tonight. We dig into the similarities and differences in the candidates’ policies.  

Plus, not just the markets split on whether the Fed will cut by 25 or 50 basis points next week, according to Evercore’s Krishna Guha. He tells us why Jay Powell’s rate decision could come down to the 11th hour.  

We’ve got live updates from Apple’s “Glowtime” event in Cupertino. The tech giant unveiling its latest iPhone model, but will it be enough to convince customers to upgrade? And can Apple play catch-up in the AI race?

Plus, Bank of America says not to buy the tech dip, but UBS sees it as an opportunity—the strategists make their cases. 

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Stocks are lower after the economy showed more signs of a labor slowdown ahead of tomorrow’s jobs report, but our market guest is staying optimistic for a 4th-quarter rally. Plus, US Steel remains under pressure on reports that the Biden administration will block its deal with Nippon Steel. And CNBC is unveiling its Official 2024 NFL Team Valuations today. We’ll tell you which team tops the list and which franchises are falling behind.

Most of the chipmakers are under pressure again today, but one value investor says it’s time to buy and joins us with the names he’s bullish on. Plus, the yield curve is disinverting for the first time since the August sell-off, but a different part of the bond market is flashing a bullish signal for stocks. And Bernstein is naming an unloved off-price retailer as its top pick in the space. The analyst joins us to make her case.

A new batch of economic data is raising fresh concerns about the health of the economy. We’ll look at how to protect your portfolio from a potential September swoon. Plus, Intel is launching its latest AI PC chip, but it may be too little too late to turn things around, according to our market guest. And housing affordability is front and center in this election. We’ll check in with one company that still offers a 2% mortgage even as rates remain stubbornly high.

The soft-landing narrative is getting stronger with the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge coming in as expected. It could be smooth sailing for investors from here, but our market guest has one major concern. Plus, we’ll check in with one company that’s leveraging AI to keep the lights on, literally. And Abercrombie & Fitch is getting some love on Wall Street today, thanks in part to its inroads with Gen Z.

The Dow is hitting a record high on the back of Nvidia’s solid report, so what’s the next catalyst or concern for the market? We’ll debate. Plus, Citi’s analyst double-upgraded Best Buy from a sell rating to buy ahead of its blockbuster report. He’ll join us with where else he’s seeing opportunity in retail. And Tanger is uniquely positioned to monitor foot traffic with its 40 shopping centers across the country. The CEO joins us with the trends they’re seeing.

Nvidia is set to report after the bell today. We’ll look at why it’s so important to the market and what Wall Street will be watching for in the results. Plus, Box shares are having their best day in 3 years on an earnings beat and guidance hike. Founder & CEO Aaron Levie joins us exclusively to discuss the results and future of AI regulation. And it’s not just Nvidia. Affirm, Crowdstrike, and Dollar General are on deck to report, and we’ll look at how to position ahead of the print in Earnings Exchange.

How fast and how far will the Fed go with interest rate cuts? Fed Chair Powell didn’t say, but he did signal a September start. One economist says he wishes Powell hadn’t boxed himself in and joins us to explain. Plus, billionaire investor Greg Flynn is putting $40M into the San Francisco office-property market, saying now is the right time to get in. And we’ll look ahead to Box, SentinelOne, and Nordstrom’s reports in Earnings Exchange.

Fed Chair Powell delivered what the market wanted, but will Nvidia keep up its end of the bargain when it reports earnings this week? We’ll debate the high-flying AI tech stock. Plus, the consumer continues to seek value, and new data from Mizuho suggests an under-the-radar food name is poised to outperform. And one fitness stock is trading at a 15-month high as Baird names it its new bullish, fresh pick.

Fed Chair Powell is signaling that the Fed will cut rates next month, and while he stopped short of saying by how much, one of our guests is confident it’ll be by 50 basis points. Plus, Our strategist is bullish on what he calls AI 2.0 companies and brings us the names he says are in a sweet spot. And hopes of a turnaround helped Peloton rally toward its best day ever yesterday. Today, we’re looking at the turnaround trade in 3 Buys and a Bail.

Our market guest is shifting gears to small-cap tech to find opportunity and joins us with the names she is watching. Plus,  retailers are trying to offer consumers more value deals, but one in particular is doing it better, according to Bank of America. And Peloton is surging after posting its first sales increase in nine quarters, but will it be enough to turn things around?

The Dow could top 47,000 in the next 12-18 months, according to our strategist. He’s bullish in the long-term, but has three dividend darlings to weather the near-term volatility in the market. Plus, VP Harris’ running mate Gov. Walz is speaking tonight at the DNC. We’ll get a live report ahead of those remarks and look at one key area that the Democrats’ economic agenda doesn’t address. And payroll growth is being revised lower by the Labor Dept. We’ll tell you what it means for the economy, and why it could matter to the Fed.

Our market guest says the bulk of stocks are trading at reasonable or attractive valuations and joins us with the names to buy. Plus, our technician says the moves in stocks and bonds are becoming increasingly correlated, signaling one group is due for a pullback. And the so-called “conscience of capitalism” John Hope Bryant joins us to make the case for the 40-year mortgage as a way of making home ownership more accessible.

Three central bankers spoke out over the weekend, with all seemingly in favor of a September rate cut. Our strategist still sees three cuts this year and joins us with his read on the economy. Plus, the Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago today, and we have a live report from Chicago with what’s at stake and what a Harris presidency means for your money. And UBS sees the foundations for a homebuilder rally forming, despite the recent negative data. Their analyst will join us with the name he sees rallying 16% from here.

Stocks are on pace for their best week of the year, but one portfolio manager says investors are ignoring two very significant market risks. Plus, Vice President Harris is laying out her economic policies ahead of next week’s DNC. And Robert Frank is in Monterey, California, with a look at the $30B classic car market and the $400M test it faces this week.

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July’s consumer inflation read not matching the tenor of the cooler wholesale inflation print. Our panel of experts discusses whether that means a 50 basis point rate cut at the next Fed meeting is off the table. But whatever track the Fed takes Morgan Stanley says rate cuts will help REITs both on  a macro level and on a fundamental one. Their head of Global Listed Real Assets lays out the names to buy now. Plus, Mars agreeing to buy Kellanova in one of the biggest deals the industry has ever seen, Elliott Management readies a proxy fight against Southwest, and we preview Macy’s, Tapestry, and Alibaba earnings.

Starbucks shocking the business world today by ousting their CEO in favor of Chipotle’s chief executive Brian Niccol. We have Wall Street’s reaction, the bottom line for investors, and leadership lessons to take away. Plus, this morning’s wholesale inflation report came in lighter-than-expected, but is it enough to derail a rate hike from the Fed next month? And we’ll look at the price action in commodities as tensions in the Middle East ramp up.

Markets are holding steady ahead of this week’s economic data, and our guest is looking at some names to find value in the market volatility. Plus, retail earnings ramp up with Home Depot results on deck tomorrow morning. We’ll speak with the analyst who forecast the slowdown in home renovations two years ago. And Nvidia is bouncing back from the recent sell-off. We’ll look at whether it’s too late to buy the stock.

Stocks are struggling to end the week higher, as the Fed’s path toward rate cuts is getting a little murkier. We’ll look at how to position within the Magnificent 7 stocks and beyond. Plus, China’s inflation data suggesting more government stimulus may be needed there. Our guest is highlighting one catalyst that could jumpstart Chinese equities. And SweetGreen is surging after a big earnings beat and guidance hike. The CEO joins us in a “First on CNBC” interview with what’s driving growth in a tougher macro environment.

We have fresh data from Bank of America Institute, giving us a real-time picture of what's going in the economy. We’ll speak with the woman in charge about the health of the consumer. Plus, stocks are rallying on the back of new jobless claims data, but one of our market guests warns it could be a head fake. And Interactive Brokers Chairman Thomas Peterffy joins us with a first look at demand for the company’s new event contract business.

The S&P Bank ETF is on track for its worst month since last March amid the regional bank crisis, but JPMorgan is only 7% away from last month’s record high. Our Leslie Picker sits down with JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon to talk about the business, the Fed, the economy, the markets, politics, and much more.

Stocks are rebounding from yesterday’s sell-off. We’ll debate whether the growth scare is overdone or if it’s the beginning of a bigger pullback. Plus, is it time to buy the dip on tech stocks? Our market guest thinks so and has the names he’s buying at these levels. And Disney is raising prices on its streaming services. We’ll look at whether it can get the stock out of its recent rut.

Stocks are selling off to start the week amid growing concerns of a recession. We have team coverage tracking the Fed’s path forward, the plunge in treasury yields, and the drop in mortgage rates. Plus, WaFd CEO weighs in on the strength of the consumer and state of loan demand. And mega-cap tech stocks are erasing trillions of dollars’ worth of market cap. We’ll put the sell-off in perspective.

July’s jobs report came in much weaker than expected, triggering the key recession indicator known as the Sahm Rule. Its namesake joins us with her read on the economy. Plus, Intel’s having its worst day in 50 years after a disappointing earnings report. We’ll hear from CEO Pat Gelsinger. And capex spending is a major theme for tech companies reporting this week. We’ll speak with a key player in the space exclusively.

Today’s weak economic data is weighing heavily on stocks and yields as the 10-year falls below 4%for the first time since February. We’ll look at what it means for the Fed’s path forward. And in the largest East-West prisoner swap since the Cold War, U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich is coming home. We’ll look at the nations and individuals involved, and the geopolitical impact with less than 100 days until the election.

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We’re counting down to tomorrow’s Fed decision, where Powell is widely expected to signal that the first rate cut will come in September, but our market guest says investors are too focused on that, and not enough on what he sees as the biggest risk right now. Plus, the busiest week of tech earnings continues with Microsoft reporting after the bell. We’ll look at how to position ahead of the print and whether the broader pullback in tech is over. And Wall Street is waiting for Vice President Harris to pick her running mate. We’ll show you the shortlist, and what it means for the fundraising race.

It’s the busiest week of earnings season, combined with a ton of macro data and Wednesday’s Fed decision on interest rates. We’ll look at how to position for this massive market-moving week. Plus, Vanguard has a new CEO and it’s the first-ever outsider to helm the company. Bob Pisani sits down with him four weeks into the job. And we’ll bring you the action, the story, and the trade on Procter & Gamble, JetBlue, and Pfizer.

The longer the Fed waits to cut, the more they risk that something breaks, according to Moody’s chief economist Mark Zandi. He’ll join us to make his case, in light of today’s PCE inflation data. Plus, Digital Realty’s CEO joins Kelly on the heels of their quarterly results with what’s driving demand for data centers. And weakness in China is one of this earnings season’s big themes, but our market guest says that presents a buying opportunity for investors.

Was yesterday’s selloff a healthy correction or reason for concern? We speak with one guest who says the rally is intact, but it will be hard to make new highs until one thing happens. Plus, tech investor Gene Munster says the pullback in tech presents a great buying opportunity. He tells us what he’s watching. And three more names are on deck to report earnings, including this name our trader calls a “have” in a sector of haves and have-nots. We break it down in Earnings Exchange. 

The Nasdaq having its worst day of the year, as Tesla and Alphabet results disappoint. But bitcoin is moving higher, and we’re joined by VanEck’s head of digital assets research who’s making the case for $2.9M by 2050. And Wall Street’s #1 homebuilding analyst is here with his view on the builders as new home sales hit the lowest level of the year.

We're in an early bull market, but one of our guests says it's the most unloved bull market she's seen in her career and that presents a lot of opportunity. She’s also a Tesla shareholder and says it's a stock you buy in times of chaos. With earnings on deck, is this one of those times? And is a credit card backed by your home equity line of credit a great innovation or risky business? We have the details ahead.

More Democrats are coming out in support of Vice President Kamala Harris. We take a look at what’s next, how it’s changing Team Trump’s strategy, and whether it should change your market strategy. Plus, just last week Strategas’ Dan Clifton told us this is the most investable election in his professional career. Is that still the case, or is he reshuffling election baskets? We check back in with him. And tech is rebounding after last week’s massive rotation into small caps. So does this mean the bounce-back is over? We discuss. 

Former President Trump is accepting the GOP nomination as pressure builds for Pres. Biden to drop out of the race. We’ll get the latest from Washington and hear from two experts on each side of the aisle about what could be next. Plus, our market guest is using history as a guide and positioning for gains he sees ahead in the small caps. And Crowdstrike is plunging in the wake of today’s global IT outage. We’re tracking the ripples being felt across tech, banking, and airlines.

We’re in the midst of a massive, violent rotation from tech to small caps, but is this a sign that stocks are broadening out or are markets breaking down? Plus, Strategas’ Dan Clifton says this is one of the most investible elections he’s seen in his career and joins us with the stocks to watch ahead of November. And Netflix is on deck to report quarterly results, with options implying a 7% post-earnings move. We’ll look at how to position ahead of the print.

Fed Chair Powell says more progress on inflation is needed, but if the Fed waits for inflation to get to 2% to cut, it’s too late. Jefferies’ chief market strategist David Zervos joins us with his first take. Plus, we’ll get a live report from Milwaukee as the RNC kicks off and UVA’s Larry Sabato’s reaction to the failed assassination attempt on former President Trump.

Get ready for a value renaissance. Our market guest says it’s coming and he’s bringing his favorite ways to take advantage of it. Plus, the big banks are front and center. JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, and Citi all topped expectations, but are under pressure. The Citi CFO joins us live on the back of the report. And despite ongoing concerns, there’s an opportunity emerging in the commercial real estate space, at least according to Mizuho. That analyst joins us with the shopping center name he’s bullish on.  

Did CPI just cement a September rate cut? Our guests say the door is wide open. We look at what could close it again. Plus, some of the downside surprises beyond the headline numbers, and how to position from here. And, Universa is known as the Black Swan Fund, but the firm sees the S&P hitting 6,000 by year-end. We speak to Universa's COO about what makes them so bullish, some of the risks they are hedging for right now, and how they're positioning because of it. Plus, love in bulk on Wall Street for Costco stock today. The stock is already up more than 30 percent this year, and it's more expensive than Nvidia! So should you own it from here? We talk to one analyst who says yes, she just raised her price target again today. She joins us to make her case.

Are we at an inflection point for the consumer? They’re choosing more carefully where to spend, which is not at Helen of Troy, as we learned yesterday. That company lost nearly 30% of its market value following earnings. Consumers are pushing back on big brands and high prices, which is leading them to Walmart, whose record highs might even suggest more weakness. This comes as Jay Powell today said going slower may allow the Fed to go farther, but according to our strategist, the Fed has to cut this year to keep the consumer, and small companies afloat. He’s here with where he’s trimming and what he’s adding to against this backdrop. But the consumer is still traveling, and Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is betting on that to continue, and betting on guests to stay longer. The CEO joins us like ahead with what he’s seeing. And then there’s housing. If you’re not buying a home because it’s too expensive right now, you can still buy into the housing trade, and we have a unique way to do it. 

Fed Chair Jay Powell is warning of the risks of staying too high for too long, but our market guest is warning of a different risk, one he says Wall Street has its head in the sand on.He’s here to tell us what it is and how he’s positioning as a result. Plus, analysts are loving this recent IPO, with eight of them initiating coverage on the stock today. The one with the highest price target is here to make his case for a 60% upside from here. And if you think of top media and entertainment stocks, this one may not be top of mind, but it should be says Morgan Stanley’s Ben Swinburne. He’s here with the name, what makes it superior to the competition, and how much runway he sees ahead.

Kelly connects the dots between France’s elections and the 2024 presidential election.

Wall Street’s #1 semiconductors analyst joins us with the power players he sees dominating the industry going forward. Plus, it’s a big week for the markets with Powell’s testimony and inflation data on deck. We’ll check in with Raymond James’ CIO about why he says the rally is nowhere near the top. And between France, the U.K., and the U.S., there’s plenty of uncertainty for the market to digest. We’ll ask Atlantic Council CEO Fred Kempe how he sees things playing out this year.

Kelly explains why AI is really driving the economy right now.

The June jobs report paints a muddy picture, but does it mean the Fed is finally ready to cut? We’ll discuss. And the U.K. has a new leader, with the Labour party winning the election in a landslide. We’ll look at the ramifications for business. And the CEO of Barnes & Noble joins us with how they’re keeping up with the latest trends, including e-readers and “BookTok”.

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Stocks are mixed on the first trading day of the second half. The major averages have posted a monthly gain in July every year for the past decade. And our strategist just hiked his year-end S&P target to, 5,700 today. He’ll tell us where he’s putting money to work. And today’s manufacturing data showing a jobs divide. S&P Global reporting the fastest increase in employment in nearly two years. While ISM saw a drop in its index. With Goldman Sachs noting potential for slight upside risk to the unemployment rate ahead of Friday’s report, is the Fed’s focus about to shift away from inflation and to jobs? We’ll discuss. Plus, the Supreme Court handing down a decision in former President Trump’s election interference case stemming from January 6th, ruling a president has immunity for all “official” acts, but there’s no immunity for “unofficial” acts. Markets taking it as a positive for his election odds, with the yield curve steepening. We’ll dig into it. 

We’ll break down a seismic decision by the nation’s top court, impacting everything the government does. Plus, the latest inflation report came in as expected, but what does it mean for the markets and the Fed. We’ve got a power-packed panel to look at how to position. And Nike is having its worst day ever after weak results and guidance. We’ll ask our analyst what it’ll take to right the ship.

Wall Street’s #1 retail analyst, JPMorgan’s Matt Boss, is here to talk all things retail, including why value and convenience will be what ultimately separates the winners from the losers. Plus, Nvidia is lower again, but our market guest says to ignore the short-term volatility. And the first presidential debate of the year is on deck. We’ll arm you with the stats on the candidates and the polity talk that matters to investors.

Nvidia is down, once again, with the company’s annual shareholder meeting wrapping up right now. We’ll bring you the latest as another big chip name gears up to report results. Plus, speaking of tech, it’s one sector our market guest isn’t buying for two reasons – and one of them is pretty contrarian. He’ll tell us what they are, and what he’s buying instead, including one opportunity he hasn’t seen this cheap for this long since the great recession. And the last time the Howard Hughes CEO was on this show, he told us this year would be a golden age for homebuilding. That’s not showing up in the stock though. It’s down 25% year to date. And today we got another disappointing data point on housing. He’s back with an update on what he’s seeing on the ground. 

Nvidia bouncing back after three down days, but our market guest says it doesn’t matter where it goes from here, the market is moving higher regardless. 

Plus, there’s a niche asset class that had record returns last year, but it doesn’t come without risk. We’ll tell you what it is, and whether it’s worth considering for retail investors. 

And, as temperatures get hotter across the country, we look at one surprising beneficiary of the heat wave. 

Tech is today’s biggest laggard with chip stocks leading the declines. We’ll look at whether the “tech tide” is turning and where to put your money to work. Plus, we’ll get the retail names that Morgan Stanley says will benefit the most from broader AI adoption. And Bank of America is highlighting a buyer’s strike on salty snacks. The analyst behind that call joins us with the companies losing share and the names that will benefit the most.

Nvidia moving lower once again and our options trader says red flags have been popping up in the entire tech trade. Plus, Kyle Bass joins us to weigh in on current market leadership and where he’s seeing opportunities right now. And real estate power broker Ryan Serhant is in-studio ahead of the launch of his new Netflix show, “Owning Manhattan,” with the trends he’s seeing in the NYC luxury real estate market.

The risks for the economy are rising, and something could break if the Fed doesn’t act soon, according to Moody’s economist Mark Zandi. Plus, Nvidia may be the new market cap king, but it’s also become the subject of increased attention from short sellers. And AI has become a Wall Street darling, but how is Main Street adapting? We have exclusive data from CNBC’s Tech Executive Council.

Our economist says the consumer is on the cusp of a significant slowdown, and that could mean big changes for the Fed’s rate cut timeline. Plus, La-Z-Boy shares are soaring to their highest level since 2021 and best day in 7 years. We’ll ask the CEO what’s driving demand. And Lennar is lower despite an earnings beat, but our analyst says that presents a big buying opportunity.

The growing divergence between corporate bonds and equities could signal two things, according to our market guest, and neither of them is particularly good. Plus, investors are starting to question travel stock multiples as prices begin to crack. We’ll check in with the CEO of one of the largest global hotel brands. And we’re tackling stock splits in 3 Buys & A Bail with KKM’s Jeff Kilburg.

The Fed’s Loretta Mester says it’s important not to wait too long to cut rates, but one of our guests says the bifurcation she’s seeing in the economy all but guarantees we’ll be higher for longer. She’s here to make her case. Plus, investors dumped value and bought growth stocks last week, but our market guest is sticking with the value trade. He brings three names he says are well-positioned to pay dividends literally, and figuratively, from here. And from buydowns to rebates the EV winter has pushed suppliers to offer heavy incentives to stoke demand. But Barclays says it may have gone too far. The analyst joins us with the story and the trades. 

The latest economic data suggests the Fed may be falling behind, but is today’s data more noise than signal? We’ll debate. Plus, Slow Ventures’ Sam Lessin says Apple’s WWDC showed it was being smart about AI and came with a serious warning to OpenAI. He’ll join us to explain. And as shareholders vote on whether Elon Musk’s pay package should get approved, we’ll speak with one shareholder who voted yes.

We’re counting down the Fed decision with what to expect from the committee and what to listen for during Powell’s press conference. Plus, Paramount’s controlling shareholder Shari Redstone shocked the business world by terminating merger talks with Skydance. Needham’s Laura Martin joins us to discuss what’s next for the company. And ad firm MNTN is unveiling a new AI-powered platform for advertisers. We’ll look at how it works, and whether it can alter the media landscape.

Recession probabilities are at their lowest level in over two years, but one part of the labor market suggests otherwise. Plus, markets may be hitting all-time highs, but our market guest says there’s a handful of stocks that were punished on earnings and are worth picking up. And Apple shares are at a new all-time high on the heels of this year’s WWDC, but are Elon Musk’s concerns about security warranted? We’ll ask one cybersecurity expert.

Apple’s highly anticipated developers conference is kicking off with investors eagerly anticipating the company’s AI announcements. We’ll bring you all the headlines live from Cupertino, California. Plus, Europe’s future is in flux after far-right parties made major gains during this weekend’s EU Parliament elections, leading French President Macron to call for a snap national election. And a number of regional banks are joining a downgrade watch list from Moody’s. We’ll ask the person behind the call what they can do to reduce their risk.

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The synchronized global rate cuts seem to be starting, but will the Fed end up quickly following suit, or will high inflation keep Powell & Co. on the sidelines? Plus, travel stocks tend to be among the hardest-hit names during a downturn, but Travel + Leisure’s CEO calls their business model recession-proof and joins us to make his case. And Sweetgreen shares have tripled YTD as the company invests in automation and suburbanization. We’ll ask the CEO what’s driving growth and what’s next for the company.

We’re counting down to Friday’s big jobs report with a look at the warning signs in the market. Our guest is still bullish in the short-term and joins us with where he’s finding opportunities. Plus, “Roaring Kitty” trader Keith Gill seems to have posted his Gamestop holdings on Reddit, but can he cash in without attracting regulatory scrutiny? And First Solar shares surged after one analyst called it an under-appreciated beneficiary of AI. He joins us to explain his call.

India’s stock market hitting a record high, while the EWW Mexico ETF is hitting a 4-year low. We’ll look at what’s driving these moves and where to find the best overseas opportunities. Plus, Costco is touching a record high after some choppy trading last week, and Wall Street is getting even more bullish. We’ll speak with one analyst who just raised her price target and says it can withstand any macroeconomic environment. And in 3 Buys & A Bail, Jeff Killburg is trading AMD, Duke Energy, Exxon Mobil, and Starbucks.

We debate whether it’s a mistake for the Fed to keep a rate hike on the table after today’s PCE reading. Plus, the relative cost gap between dining in and dining out is at a record high, but our analyst says that benefits one staples stock in his coverage universe. And with earnings season nearly over, we’ll look at how one company is leveraging AI to make earnings trends and data more accessible to investors.

Salesforce plunging 20% after its first revenue miss since 2006, but is it just AI growing pains or is AI killing SAAS? Plus, pending home sales dropping to a 4-year low, but it’s not all bad news. Morgan Stanley has two names that benefit from a housing shortage and affordability crisis. And Costco, Dell, and MongoDB are on deck with results. Nancy Tengler joins us with the trade on all three and her take on the markets.

Nvidia is on a tear, but if you think you’ve missed the rally, there’s one key metric that suggests there’s more room to run. Plus, as yields rise, so do doubts about a rate cut, but our market guest says it doesn’t matter and will tell us where he’s seeing opportunities. And J.P. Morgan is out with a new report suggesting we could see more movement in the housing market soon. We’ll tell you why, and who’s buying.

Our strategist says the Fed holding rates higher for longer makes him more bullish on near-term stock prices. He’ll tell us why and give us two names he likes outside of tech. Plus, is the uptick in stock splits a positive sign for the market? We’ll look at how these names typically perform after the split and which companies could be next. And our mystery stock of the day is getting an upgrade, sending shares up 9%. We’ll reveal it and hear from the analyst who says the AI rewards outweigh the risks.

Was yesterday’s market sell-off a blip or the start of something bigger? We’ll look at how to position your portfolio. Plus, one of the biggest utilities in the country wants the highest electricity users to pay their fair share. We’re joined by the CEO of Duke Energy with what that would look like, and how they’re preparing for a surge in power demand. And don’t miss a special 3 Buys & A Bail “under the radar” edition with KKM’s Jeff Kilburg.

The market sees the first cut in September, but our economist says you don’t have to wait that long – it’s going to be July. We’ll ask what makes him so confident. Plus, no signs of an AI slowdown. Nvidia crushing it once again, with data center growth up more than 400% from last year. And that’s good news for this company. Nvidia and all the big tech giants are clients. The CEO joins us live ahead. And there are Zyn-fluencers and now there’s a Zyn rewards program. We look at the explosive growth of the tobacco-free nicotine pouches, how Philip Morris International is capitalizing on it, and how much upside our analyst sees for the stock because of it. 

We didn’t get a recession, but the market’s behaving as though we just came out of one. That’s how our market guest sees it – and he sees opportunity because of it. He’s here to make his case and brings three names he likes from here. Plus, here comes Nvidia. Our trader is watching for a specific level, and she’s prepared to make a move. She’ll tell us what she expects that move to be today. And with Microsoft’s backing, Khan Academy is bringing its AI tutors to teachers across the country for free. Sal Kahn is here, fresh off the stage at Microsoft Build, to tell us how they’ll be using it, and why it will make a big difference in the classroom. 

Microsoft’s developer conference is underway with CEO Satya Nadella giving the keynote speech right now. We’ll continue to bring you all the latest headlines from that event as we get them. Plus, the tech-heavy Nasdaq hanging near the flat line after hitting a record high in yesterday’s session. We’re on record close watch for both the Nasdaq and the S&P 500. The Dow meanwhile, is on pace for a second positive day in three. This comes as we’ve heard from five Fed officials so far today, all conveying the same message: the path to 2% will be longer than expected, and bumpy. The first cut is expected to come in September. Let’s see if that changes after our first and exclusive interview with Fed Governor Christopher Waller. 

The consumer is doing just fine, even on the low-end. Two of our guests are making that point today. One of them says they’re taking cuts off the table until at least December, while the other says there’s even a case to be made to raises – not cut – this year. Both are here to explain and tell us how they’re positioning from here. Plus, the “Black Swan” is here to talk AI, Bitcoin, Middle East turmoil, and where he’s seeing the biggest risks. Nassim Taleb join us live to tell us how you can position to protect yourself – and even profit from it. And Wells Fargo says China’s rise to dominate the global EV market is not all bad news for U.S. auto stocks. We’ll reveal the one name that may even benefit from it. 

Does the rally have room to run? Our market guest says yes, and for one specific reason. She’s here to make her case, and bring one name she’s especially bullish on. I’ll give you a hint – she buys her gas and her champagne there. Plus, OpenAI partnering with Reddit is just the latest example of AI companies racing to secure access to data. And they may be knocking on this company’s door too. We’ll bring you the name, and the man lending AI efforts there. 

milestone moment. The Dow just hit 40,000 for the first time ever, but can the bulls keep the momentum going? Our market guest has concerns about the strength of the economy and the consumer. He’s here with what makes him worry, and what he’s buying against this backdrop. Plus, speaking of the consumer, one of our guests is hoping to attract a particular kind. We’ll tell you who, how, and why they’re on this year’s Disruptor 50 list. And speaking of disruption, is ChatGPT’s latest tech a killer or catalyst for language learning companies? The CEO of Duolingo isn’t worried, he’s welcoming it with open arms. 

Stocks are surging after inflation cooled a bit last month. We’ll look at what that means for the Fed’s next move. Plus, lower yields are boosting homebuilders today, but new data shows demand could be slowing and we could be nearing an inflection point. And now that Google’s announced an AI assistant and search overhaul, what do all the big tech moves mean for advertisers and publishers?

Google’s annual developers conference is kicking off with some big announcements on the company’s AI initiatives. We’ll bring you the headlines and break down what they mean for the AI race. Plus, meme stocks are back in the spotlight, and we’ve got the charts, the chatter, and the trade on the latest stock market craze. And Mastercard’s new numbers show consumers spending big on travel. We’ll break down the data with Mastercard’s chief economist, Michelle Meyer.

Roaring Kitty and the meme trade are back, along with the rising risk of stagflation. We’ll look at how to position, and how to diagnose the health of this market rally. Plus, Apple, Google, and Microsoft are gearing up for their developer conferences. But OpenAI is front running all of them with today’s spring update. We have the headlines and the implications of a potential landmark deal with Apple. And despite big gains from GLP-1 makers, health care is underperforming the broader market this year, and our market guest has three value names in the space.

Is the IPO reopening real? Is Google’s AI strategy hinging on man? And speaking of AI, we’ve been waiting on something big from Apple, and they “crushed it,” but not in a good way. We’ll talk about all of that with Slow Venture’s Sam Lessin. Plus, the Dow is on track for eight straight days of gains. Our market guest says those gains can keep going, as long as one thing happens. He’ll tell us what it is and what he’s buying. And, in choppy waters. That’s how the CEO behind this name describes the consumer. He also says his company is well-positioned to weather it. The stock is up 17% just this week. He joins us ahead.  

Corporate America is giving mixed signals on the consumer. We’ll round up the latest company commentary and speak with Lidl’s US CEO about what he’s seeing on the food inflation front. Plus, Beyond Meat’s CEO joins us for his first live TV interview since the depths of the pandemic. We’ll wrap up the company’s disappointing quarterly results and look ahead to what’s next. And Gen Z is increasingly choosing trade schools over traditional 4-year colleges. We’ll speak with the CEO of one publicly traded company that’s benefitting from that boom.

Jefferies’ David Zervos says traders are living in rate cut la-la land and joins Kelly to make his case. Plus, office loan defaults are nearing historic levels, and the Empire State Building’s landlord says that’s creating a once-in-a-lifetime buying opportunity. And the likes of Stanley Druckenmiller are starting to trim Nvidia –should you? We’ll ask one of the biggest bulls on Wall Street.

Stanley Druckenmiller says rate cuts should be entirely off the table and that the Fed fumbled the football on the 5-yard line with the game on the line. We’ll look at the path forward for the Fed. Plus, Disney nearly broke even on streaming, but missed revenue estimates for a fourth consecutive quarter. We’ll ask Oscar-winner Brian Grazer about the future of Hollywood. And Apple unveiling its first iPads since 2022, but today’s news is only an appetizer for next month’s big event.

This year’s “Woodstock for Capitalists” is in the books, and we’ve got one Berkshire shareholder to weigh in on Buffett’s latest moves. Plus, former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz says Starbucks needs to fix its stores to win back customers, but Bank of America is sticking with its buy rating on the stock and joins us to make her case. And, we’re tackling Disney, Simon Property Group and Lucid in Earnings Exchange.

A weaker-than-expected jobs report following a more dovish-than-expected Powell this week... did it just change the rate cut timeline for the Fed? Plus, there was one thing overshadowed in Apple’s blowout earnings report that has Needham’s Laura Martin worried. We’ll ask her what it is and what Apple can do to alleviate her concerns. And Starbucks, Disney, Block and Under Armour have all been helmed by boomerang CEOs, but has that helped or hurt the companies? We’ll ask our trader in 3 Buys & A Bail.

We’ll break down Fed Chair Powell’s message to the markets and tell you how to position from here. Plus, freelance job platform Upwork is moving higher on earnings and strong guidance. We’ll speak with the CEO about the labor trends she’s seeing. And Apple headlines today’s earnings after the bell, but we’ll also get the action, the story, and the trade on Hershey and Cloudflare in Earnings Exchange.

60 minutes until the Fed’s latest decision on interest rates. We’ll tell you how to position and what to expect for today and the rest of the year. Plus, Taylormade is taking a big swing at athleisure with Tiger Woods’ new line. We’ll speak to the CEO about that partnership, the state of golf, and a potential IPO. And we’re tackling the consumer, inflation, and housing in today’s Earnings Exchange.

24 hours until the Fed’s next decision on interest rates and one of our next guests says we could in for a hawkish surprise. She’ll tell us what she means by that and how to position. Plus, Amazon’s earnings expectations are sky-high, but one portfolio manager says the company’s firing on all cylinders and joins us to make his bullish case. And our mystery cloud stock of the day is hitting an all-time high on the back of an earnings beat. The CEO joins us exclusively with what’s driving the results.

As we count down to the Fed’s decision on interest rates this week, our market guest says don’t fear high rates, embrace them! He tells us why, and what he’s buying against this backdrop – including one name that’s out of character for him. Plus, Elon Musk makes a surprise visit to China as Tesla clears a major hurdle in that market. Is this the catalyst that could turn things around for the beaten-down EV maker? We’ll discuss. Plus, this name offers a unique way to trade the GLP-1 diet drug craze, but the company’s product spans across various sectors. The CEO joins us exclusively ahead. 

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A GDP surprise, and not a good one! The economy is slowing but inflation is stubborn, yields are spiking, and stocks are sinking. But two of our guests say it's not as bad as it seems. They’re here to tell us why, and where they see opportunity in this market. Plus, Meta is down big amid weak revenue guidance and big AI spending plans. Did that report just set the tone for Alphabet? We'll talk about that, and look at the names that are set to benefit from Meta's AI capex commitment. And there's one stock defying the selloff today. It's up 6% right now, and up 600% in a year. Yesterday, one of our guests called it a top pick. So we invited the CEO on. He joins us for an exclusive interview ahead.

The bull market has room to run, and the recent volatility has presented great opportunity. That’s according to one of our guests. He’s here with what makes him optimistic, and the three names he likes right now. Plus, Boeing’s loss may have been smaller than expected, but it was an ugly quarter. We have the latest on earnings, the CEO search, and how quality control issues are being handled. And, there more names on deck to report including a big one, Meta. We have the action, the story, and the trade into the print. 

: Stocks higher, yields lower as investors digest mixed economic data. Business activity in April grew at the slowest pace so far this year, while new orders fell for the first time in almost four years. But manufacturing input costs hit a one-year high and services demand remains strong. So what does all this mean for the Fed? Our economist makes the case for a July cut. Meanwhile, new home sales notched their highest reading since September, as builders pull back on prices and offer incentives to offset higher rates. We’ll talk to the CEO of real estate developer Howard Hughes Holdings about the demand trends he’s seeing. 

There’s GDP, PCE, and big tech earnings. It could be a market-moving week. If there’s a pullback, our market guest says ‘buy.’ He’ll tell us why and where he’s looking for opportunity. Plus, speaking of pullbacks, some of semi names are in a bear market, but our analyst sees strength ahead, and soon. He’ll tell us when, why, and what names he sees best positioned across the chips universe from here. And on this Earth Day, a special Three Buys and a ‘Maybe’ ESG edition. The acronym may be divisive, but the returns our guest sees for these names may make you a buyer.

Geopolitics, earnings, and economic data on deck next week could make or break the Fed’s hawkish tilt. We’ll look at what to watch and where to find value. Plus, Netflix shares plunging after saying it’ll stop reporting subscriber numbers. We’ll tell you whether investors should be worried. And airlines earnings are off to a strong start, but there’s a bifurcation in that trade, and Wall Street’s top airlines analyst is here with what it is.

Has the Fed’s base case shifted from “later cuts” to “no cuts this year?” Our market guest says it doesn’t matter. He sees stocks going higher regardless. He’ll tell us why, and the one scenario that could change it. Plus, credit card debt stands at a record high. At the same time, using buy now pay later to fund purchases remains popular. Klarna has its finger on both of these trends, and the CEO is here with what he’s seeing. And, a push to on-or near-shoring supply chains is making one sector increasingly attractive. We’ll tell you which one, and the names that stand to benefit the most. 

The bond market is keeping stock gains in check as we prepare to hear from Fed Chair Powell this hour. We’ll bring you the headlines and reaction from BNY Mellon’s CEO. Plus, the winners and losers ahead of REIT earnings as office vacancy rates hit a 20-year high. And housing starts just posted the biggest drop in 4 years, but one name is better-insulated from high rates, according to our analyst.

Stocks sink after Israel vows to retaliate against Iran following its missile attack over the weekend. We discuss the ramifications across energy and defense and what it means for US foreign policy. Plus, Netflix kicks off big tech earnings later this week. Morgan Stanley’s Ben Swinburne joins with the key numbers to watch and why he sees $1000/share in the not-too-distant future.  

We’re tracking the market sell-off to end the week, but our market guest says investors need to be selective to avoid a lost decade of gains ahead. Plus, venture capitalist and “Shark Tank” guest judge Matt Higgins joins us with where he sees the most risk and opportunity in the VC landscape right now. And Box CEO Aaron Levie is here to weigh in on the debate of whether AI will cut or create jobs.

WeWork co-founder Adam Neumann is unveiling his new venture and spoke exclusively to our Deirdre Bosa about that and his bid to buy back WeWork. Plus, Bank of America says the Street is underestimating Apple’s pricing power ahead of its results and joins us to make his case. And the market is fixated on the macro, but that’s a good thing according to our market guest who says the setup into earnings couldn’t be better.

March’s CPI number came in hotter than expected, hurting the probability for a June rate cut, but our market guest sees a lot of opportunities in both stocks and bonds. Plus, Nvidia’s defying gravity according to our trader. He’ll tell us how to position. And Google is unveiling a new chip and calling out the competition. We spoke exclusively with the Google Cloud CEO and bring you the highlights.

Satori Fund’s Dan Niles brings us the three names he would kick out of the Mag 7, and the areas where he’s looking beyond big cap tech. Plus, we’ll check in with one banking veteran ahead of the financials kicking off earnings season. And inflation is not slowing down Norwegian Cruise Lines as the company places its largest ship order ever. We’ll speak with the CEO on the heels of that massive investment.

The Fed has been unusually unanimous over the past several years, but we’re starting to see some divisions when it comes to cutting rates. Plus, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen sat down exclusively with our Sara Eisen in China. We’ll bring you the highlights. And we’re counting down to the 2024 solar eclipse with a live report from Burlington, Vermont, and renowned theoretical physicist and author Brian Greene.

Another strong job report is leading our economist to change her rate cut forecast. She joins us to make her case and tell us what she expects from the Fed going forward. Plus, a check on the consumer, including one name where our analyst sees a 26% rally. And “higher for longer” is not an issue for the ultra-rich. We’ll tell you who’s scooping up properties in Miami and talk to one of the power brokers behind some of the deals.

What happens if tomorrow’s key jobs number misses consensus in either direction? We’ll look at the dueling scenarios. Plus, Disney notching a win against Trian’s Nelson Peltz, but the fight is far from over. And a rare interview with Founders Fund Partner Trae Stephens on the state of VC funding, AI, and much more.

Disney’s shareholder meeting is underway. We’ll bring you the result of its proxy battle and what it means for the future of the company. Plus, we’re live at the Sohn Conference for David Einhorn’s best investing idea. And the Fed chair Powell continues to push back the timeline for rate cuts. We’ll look at the fallout for the economy.

Stocks are under pressure as yields climb and gold hits an all-time high. Plus, SF Fed President Mary Daly is preparing to speak this hour as the market comes to terms with fewer rate cuts. We’ll look at how to position for higher-for-longer rates. And Tesla shares falling after deliveries fell below even the lowest analyst estimate.

Stocks are falling and yields are climbing in the first trading day after the Fed’s key inflation read showed prices moderated in February. We’ll look at whether three rate cuts are still on the table for 2024. Plus, manufacturing in China finally grew for the first time in five months. Is it a blip or have the Chinese markets finally hit a bottom? And Macy’s pain could be its competitors’ gain... We’ll look at the brands that will benefit the most.

Disgraced former FTX CEO Sam Bankman-Fried gets hit with a 25-year sentence. We’ve got color from the courtroom and one attorney’s analysis of the “paradox” case. Plus, the AI underdogs are on the verge of an opportunity our analyst says he hasn’t seen in a decade. And we’ll go around the world once more in a special Europe edition of 3 Buys & a Bail.

Veteran investor Mark Mobius says India is on top. He's here with where he's seeing the biggest opportunities, and the names to buy to take advantage of it. Plus, AI and the banks. Top banking analyst Mike Mayo says there's one clear winner. He's here to tell us who it is, what makes it a standout, and how much upside he sees ahead. And powering AI will be a massive challenge, but there are four names well-positioned to lead the charge. The analyst behind that call is here to make his case.

One of our market guests says we’re in a debt-fueled, buyback-driven rally that could extend the bull market for years to come. Plus, Japan’s stock market is hitting record highs but it’s not too late to get in, according to one portfolio manager. And one consumer staples stock is down 30% from its recent high, but one of our guests likes it and says now is the time to buy.

Is the market truly ready for a more hawkish Fed on the heels of Atlanta Fed President Bostic’s comments? We’ll talk about that and how to position. Plus, Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun is set to leave the company by year-end. And we’re going around the world this week to find opportunities, kicking things off with China and Kraneshares CIO Brendan Ahern.

One of our market guests says the market’s not a bubble, but it’s “bubbly.” He’ll tell us what he means by that. Plus, Tesla is down more than 30% to start the year, should you steer clear or buy the dip as Sen. Warren now calls for an investigation. And it’s been a big week for the builder stocks, but one analyst is calling out one retailer as a stealth housing buy. We’ll reveal it, ahead.

Wall Street is building on a record-setting run, and our market guest says it doesn’t matter when the Fed cuts – that run will continue. He’s here with what makes him so bullish. Plus, we are awaiting Reddit’s first trade. Bullpen Capital’s Duncan Davidson told us yesterday that if it prices at the top of the range, it could be set up for failure. Well, it did price at the top of it, at $34. Duncan is back with us. We’ll see what happens when the first trade crosses the tape. And two reasons why Netflix will continue to dominate the streaming wars. Our analyst tells us what they are and how much upside he sees ahead. 

Less than 60 minutes away from the Fed decision, we’ll look at how to position ahead of Powell’s press conference. Plus, Reddit is set to become the first major mainstream company to go public this year, but our guest says he wishes it wasn’t leading the way. And Chipotle shares briefly topped $3,000 after announcing one of the biggest stock splits in history. We’ll look at what’s behind the timing and what it could mean for the stock going forward.

Abandon tech at your own peril, according to our market guest. He’ll join us with the two names to consider from here. Plus, Nvidia’s announcing an extended partnership with Databricks. We’ll speak with the CEO about that and the company’s potential IPO. And the CEO of Howard Hughes joins us on why he says the housing shortage will get worse before it gets better.

Our market guest is avoiding the most crowded trades, and betting on what he calls “the most underrated methodology”. He’ll tell us the names he found and opportunities he sees. Plus, Apple is reportedly looking to license Google’s Gemini AI, but is that enough to put Apple back in the AI conversation? We’ll debate. And homebuilder sentiment is finally back in positive territory. We’ll speak with one player doing business in both space.

Next week’s Fed meeting has big implications for investors for the rest of the year. We’ll tell you what could change and what it means for the market. Plus, the National Association of Realtors reaching a settlement that will change the real estate market as we know it. We’ll get the Redfin CEO’s first reaction. And Boeing’s on pace for its worst week since January’s infamous doorplug incident, but one Boeing shareholder tells us he’s sticking with the stock, and joins us to make his case.

The market now sees the Fed’s first rate cut coming in June, but one former NY Fed analyst thinks that’s an overestimate. Plus, the so-called TikTok bill is on its way to the Senate as one billionaire floats a plan to buy the company if it becomes law. We’ll look at the social media landscape and impact on the 2024 election. And Impossible Foods is in the midst of a makeover as it hopes to attract more customers. The CEO joins us with what’s behind the strategy.

Stocks struggling to keep up yesterday’s momentum. We’ll get you up to speed ahead of tomorrow’s inflation and retail sales data. Plus, energy prices moving higher as Ukraine blows up a Russian refinery. Dan Yergin is here to weigh in on the return of energy security and its costs. And Congress is taking the first step toward a TikTok ban. We have what’s next and what it means for cybersecurity going forward.

Today’s inflation print may be pushing Fed rate cuts even further out, with markets now pricing in just a 50% chance in June. We’ll look at how to position and get the results of the 10-year note auction. Plus, Boeing reportedly failed 33 out of 89 FAA product audits, and now the manufacturer’s woes are starting to hit the airlines’ bottom lines. And today is Equal Pay Day, marking the date that symbolizes how far into the year women must work to earn what their male peers earned in the previous year. We’ll look at the salary shortfall and what companies can do to help close the gap. 

With earnings in the rearview mirror, our market strategist brings some buys that coincide with what she thinks will be the next catalyst for the market. Plus, a new cap for credit card late fees, thanks to a new rule from the CFPB. We’ll speak with the director about why it’s a controversial topic for many. And serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk is here with former TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer to discuss their new media venture targeting children.

Stocks are struggling to hold their initial gains following the stronger-than-expected jobs number, but Fundstrat’s Tom Lee is staying bullish on stocks and tells us where he’s seeing opportunities now. Plus, the latest unemployment rate may have ticked higher but the share of prime-aged women in the workforce climbed to nearly 78% and is hovering near a record high. We’ll look at what it’ll take to get more women into the workforce. And President Biden is calling on higher corporate taxes in his latest State of the Union address. We’ll get a traders take in today’s 3 Buys & a Bail.

President Biden is expected to go after the wealthy and corporations in his State of the Union address tonight. We’ll look at the challenges and potential impact for business and Wall Street. Plus, Fed Chair Powell is wrapping up his second day of testimony on Capitol Hill. We’ll speak exclusively with Cleveland Fed President Loretta Mester about the central bank’s path forward. And we’ll look at Costco, Broadcom, and Docusign ahead of their reports in Earnings Exchange.

The Fed’s not ready to start cutting rates, according to Chair Powell. We’ll break down his first day of testimony on Capitol Hill and what it means for investors. Plus, NYCB is plunging on reports the bank is seeking a major capital infusion. And OpenAI is firing back to Elon Musk’s lawsuit by publishing some of Musk’s emails that appear to contradict what he’s said recently about OpenAI.

Our market guest is rotating out of Nvidia and back into value, and has one name where he expects to see healthy returns. Plus, the Trex CEO joins us with his view of the housing market and how the deck manufacturer is benefitting from home renovation trends. And we’re talking shopping, cybersecurity, and the supply chain in Earnings Exchange before Nordstrom, CrowdStrike, and JD.com report.

The EU slapped Apple with a nearly $2B fine on the same day the tech titan changed its messaging around artificial intelligence. We’ll break down both stories and look at how to be positioned in the stock from here. Plus, could warehouses be the next shoe to drop in commercial real estate? Our analyst has the risks and opportunities in the sector. And as investors prepare for a big week of retail earnings, our trader has three buys and a bail in the space.

New York Community Bank management described internal controls at the bank as ineffective. We’ll look at what went wrong and speak to the former chief risk officer at Discover. Plus, Elon Musk is suing OpenAI and Sam Altman, but our market guest says she’s ready to buy more Tesla shares on any perceived weakness. And we’ve got a crypto edition of 3 Buys & A Bail, following bitcoin’s monster rally this week.

Today’s key inflation data is still ahead of the Fed’s 2% target, but that’s not stopping our market guest from finding ways to play offense. Plus, from the housing shortage, to onshoring, and America’s aging demographic, our guest has one REIT trade investors can take advantage of. And we’ve got a rare exclusive interview with the CEO of Acushnet, the parent company of Titleist, about the business of golf, what’s driving demand, and the future of the sport amidst all the uncertainty with the PGA Tour and LIV Golf

Our market guest says investors are paying too much attention to rate cuts and not enough to something else that could become a headwind for global markets. Plus, the CEO of Life Time joins us on the heels of an earnings beat with the company’s strategy amid the weight-loss drug boom. And we’re trading Paramount, HP, Inc., and Birkenstock in Earnings Exchange.

Our economist says the economy is setting up for a goldilocks growth period and joins us to make her case. Plus, the countdown to a partial government shutdown is back on, and it seems that time is the biggest hold up. We’ll speak to a Washington policy analyst to explain. And we’ve got the action, the story, and the trade for First Solar, Lemonade, and SquareSpace on today’s Earnings Exchange.

Economists are increasingly sure a recession can be avoided. We’ll look at what that means for the Fed’s rate cut timeline and the markets. Plus, Amazon is now part of the Dow Jones Industrial Average, and that’s one of the reasons our guest sees another 30% upside from here. And three more names on deck to report, including one our trader says has been left for dead by the market, but may still have some life left in it.

Stocks are treading water after a big run. Is the AI momentum finally starting to slow or just shift to different names? Plus, Live Nation getting a lift after yesterday’s strong earnings. We’ll speak to the CEO about the quarter and the year ahead. And tomorrow marks the 2-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. We’ll talk to a panel of experts about the geopolitical landscape, the Biden Administration’s new sanctions, and the outlook for defense stocks.

Nvidia proves AI can continue powering big gains and our market guest has some names he’s looking within the AI ecosystem. Plus, our housing guest has the setup for the spring selling season, and we’ll speak with the CEO whose company owns the Empire State Building. And we’re talking content, concerts, and cash in Earnings Exchange with Warner Bros. Discovery, Live Nation, and Block.

We’ve got a First on CNBC interview with the CEO of Intel on the heels of their big Foundry Event. Plus, how do you trade Nvidia’s earnings ahead of the tech titan’s results? And the Travel + Leisure CEO joins us fresh off the company’s latest results with the travel trends he’s seeing to start the year.

What if the economy isn’t just avoiding a recession, but getting stronger instead? We’ll debate. Plus, one food stock just served up solid earnings and has been red hot, doubling off its recent low. Its CEO joins us to discuss. And our trader breaks down the narratives and numbers ahead of Toll Bros., Palo Alto Networks, and Wingstop.

Inflation data coming in hot yet again, so what’s next for the Fed? Moody’s Mark Zandi wants four cuts, while Wells Fargo’s Mark Smith sees the possibility of NO rate cuts in 2024. FICO’s software leverages AI to determine a customer’s creditworthiness...but there could be big changes ahead as lawmakers hash out how to regulate that tech. The FICO CEO tells us what’s next. Plus, go around the world in today’s edition of 3 Buys and a Bail. Stephanie Link gives us the trades on India, Japan, Macao and China. 

Is the American consumer finally about to crack? Our market guest says there are still ways to make money in the U.S., bring some global plays as well. Plus, retail investors are selling Tesla and buying Nvidia, but one investor says that may be about to change. And we’ve got the action, the story, and the trade for Coinbase, Roku, and Applied Materials ahead of their results.

Will inflation resume its downward trend, or will the so-called “last mile” require a harder landing? We’ll debate. Plus, an exclusive interview with Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev on the heels of the company’s surprise profit. And EV demand is slowing globally, but one company is looking to capitalize on that and its CEO joins us to explain how.

Stocks are plunging on today’s inflation read. We’ll look at the implications for the Fed and how to position from here. Plus, Grayscale’s global head of ETFs joins us with the latest read on their bitcoin products. And a trio of gig economy stocks set to report. We’ll look at the numbers and narratives to know.

The consumer isn’t cracking yet, but one analyst says the setup for retail earnings is tough nonetheless. She joins us with the one group she says can keep the retail party going. Plus, a lot of brands spent big money during last night’s big game, but the biggest winner may have been those who spent the least. And we’re tackling three names in earnings exchange: Marriott, Vornado, and Waste Management.

It’s been a big week for chip stocks, and while one name in the group isn’t getting a lot of attention from Wall Street, our market guest loves it. Plus, “Million Dollar Listing New York” star Ryan Serhant is here to weigh in on the spring season for housing. And we’re talking streaming, snacking and spirits in 3 Buys & a Bail.

Needham is upgrading Disney to buy for the first time in five years. The analyst behind that call joins us with what’s behind the decision. Plus, the S&P is nearing a record but our guest is bargain hunting in the beaten-down parts of the market and brings us his favorite names. And Philip Morris’ fastest-growing, tobacco-free product is facing some criticism from Capitol Hill. We’ll speak to an analyst about what it means for the stock, and former FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb for the impact on consumers.

Former Dallas Fed President Robert Kaplan is here with the risks he sees in the regional banks. Plus, Goldman Sachs says forget the Magnificent 7 and makes the case for owning the AI 9. And ESPN, Fox, and Warner Bros are teaming up to launch a sports streaming service, but is it too saturated to succeed? We’ll debate.

VC Sam Lessin joins us amid more layoffs in tech with the themes he sees emerging in 2024. Plus, we’re halfway through earnings season and we’ve got three names on deck, including one that our trader says is a buy despite getting crushed since the pandemic. And our market guest says the stage is set for solid returns this year. He’ll tell us where he sees the most opportunities.

More good news on the economy coupled with more pushback on premature rate cuts from Fed Chair Powell is putting investors in a tough spot. We’ll look at how to position. Plus, a unique way to play the AI gold rush, featuring a Top-10 company on CNBC’s Just 100 List. And there’s a new quality concern for Boeing involving its supplier Spirit AeroSystems.

If there was any hope left for a March rate cut by the Fed, today’s blockbuster jobs report put an end to that. We’ll look at what’s next and how to position. Plus, AI lobbying spiked in 2023 as companies look to influence the federal government’s upcoming guidelines. And with activist investor activity picking up, our trader tells you which stocks are a bail and the ones to pick up because of it.

Goldman Sachs is revising its Fed rate cut forecast. Their chief U.S. economist is here with what’s behind the call. Plus, has the Magnificent 7 become the Terrific 3? One tech investor is going that way and tell us the names he’s sticking with. And the earnings parade rolls on with ExxonMobil, Chevron, Clorox and Skechers in Earnings Exchange.

We’re in the final countdown for the Fed decision, and our panel disagrees on when the Fed will cut rates and why. Plus, the ripple effects from the Fed’s higher-for-longer mantra will remain with the consumer long after they begin cutting rates. We’ll tell you some of the trouble spots to watch, though there are plenty of red flags in the most recent round of earnings. That’s the subject of today’s Earnings Exchange.

Consumer confidence is at its highest level in more than three years, but the labor market is flashing some caution signs. Former Pimco chief economist Paul McCulley will tell us when he expects the Fed’s first rate cut. Plus, we’re in the thick of earnings season with Alphabet and Microsoft earnings after the bell today. We’ll tell you what to expect. And social media CEOs could be in for a fiery hearing on Capitol Hill tomorrow. We’ll look at who’s taking the stand and who’s noticeably absent.

The Fed isn’t expected to cut rates on Wednesday, but our market guest says that’s a big mistake. Plus, North Carolina’s state health plan will stop paying for obesity drug coverage, and that may be good news for one company. We’ll speak with the CEO about why. And Red Sea disruptions could drive demand for one area of the commercial real estate market. We’ll connect the dots and tell you which sector.

Intel plunging on weak guidance, but our market guest still believes in the company’s turnaround story. She’ll tell us why. Plus, we just got the last key data point on the economy ahead of next week’s Fed meeting. We’ll look at whether it’s enough to nudge the Fed toward an earlier cut. And it’s been a bad week for several high-profile names. Our trader is bailing on three of them and buying one she calls seriously cheap.

Alaska Airlines CEO Ben Minicucci joins us for an earnings exclusive fresh off those results. His thoughts on the Boeing Max 9 turmoil and the DOJ’s stance on Alaska’s deal with Hawaiian. Plus, our market guest sees one group of stocks set to outperform despite some warning signs on the horizon. And we’ll break down three names getting ready to report in Earnings Exchange.

The so-called Magnificent 7 trade has created a lot of dislocation in the market, and our guest says that’s a good thing because it’s created a lot of opportunity. Plus, less than 2 weeks after the SEC approved spot bitcoin ETFs, there are two asset managers dominating the flow race. We’ll speak to one of them about that. And a small bank barometer with the CEOs of two regional players.

Stocks moving lower today, but our market guests both say the bulls have the upper hand. Plus, the U.S. expanding strikes in Yemen. We have the latest and a look at the retail group most exposed to Red Sea disruptions. And Netflix is on deck to report earnings. The company may have won the streaming wars, but what about the ad wars? Ad executive Mark Douglas will weigh in.

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The S&P 500 just hit a record high, but our market guest says the U.S. is still the place to be for stocks. Plus, a second bullish call for Apple in as many days. Evercore’s analyst will join us with the one event that could be a catalyst for the stock. And the CEO of Sotheby’s International Realty sees Americans who are still buying overseas, and will tell us where.

Spruce Point Capital founder Ben Axler joins us to defend his new short of MSCI. Plus, our market guest has three contrarian trades he says are poised to outperform. And 2024 is already being described by some as the year of the so-called “deepfake election”. We’ll look at what platforms and regulators are doing to defend our democracy.

The latest retail sales data coming in stronger than expected and investors are not too happy about it. We’ll debate whether rates could remain higher for longer. Plus, Chinese cars are flooding the West, but are they a real threat to American automakers? We’ll get one view from Hong Kong. And EY is launching its first-ever deal barometer and the sector where they expect to see the most M&A activity in 2024 will surprise you.

Bank of America’s survey shows overwhelming optimism for a soft landing, but Fed Gov. Waller says not so fast… We’ll look at how to position in this environment. Plus, bank earnings have felt like a gut punch according to our trader, but he’s still buying three and staying away from one. And the CEO of Taylor Morrison joins us with the pulse of the housing market.

Encouraging signs on the inflation front. The market now sees an 80% probability of a rate cut in March. But our market guest doesn’t see that happening. He’ll tell us the other places he’s seeing opportunity. Plus, geopolitical tensions are rising. Houthi forces now vowing to retaliate to last night's US-led coalition strikes in Yemen. So what happens next? We’ll ask former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, Admiral James Stavridis. And we're heading to the intersection of AI and real estate. We’ll tell you three ways investors can take advantage of –what our guest calls– massive opportunities ahead. 

CPI coming in hotter than expected, pushing stocks lower as a result. Could the first Fed rate cut come later than the market expected? Plus, Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong calls the bitcoin ETF approval a great victory, but our guest predicts the company is in for a big reality check. And a rapid rundown with the RapidRatings CEO: the names on his radar that could be headed for financial trouble.

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun joins us exclusively for his first interview since a part blew off of a 737 Max 9 aircraft during an Alaska Airlines flight. Plus, our guests say the Fed’s rate cuts could come fast and furious if history is any indication. And stocks tend to outperform during an election year, but could the Fed and inflation play a unique role in this year’s campaign trail? Our guest looks at the factors in play.

Stocks struggling to extend yesterday’s gains but our strategist has one unloved part of the market he says to buy. Plus, The Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas is underway, and we’ll hear from the CEOs of Siemens and L’Oreal about their latest endeavors. And Elliott Management is making a billion-dollar bet on one dating company. We’ve got the details and what it reveals about activist investing in 2024.

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Citi’s best and worst performing sectors before and after a Presidential election. 

BMO says Fed cuts won’t be a tide that lifts all boats, especially in the retail sector. Their analyst reveals the particularly rate-sensitive names to buy now.

And the CEO of the largest railcar-maker in the US weighs in on the state of freight and the impact of southern border closures. 

Wall Street still sees a 70% chance of a Fed rate cut in March, but KPMG’s Diane Swonk says no way and tells us why. Plus, stocks aren’t off to a great start this year, but our market guest is excited and sees plenty of opportunities ahead. And Danielle Shay joins us with three big tech names positioned for gains into earnings, and one surprising bail for investors.

Is stronger-than-expected economic data throwing the Fed’s rate cut timeline into question? We’ll debate whether it’s bad news for all stocks or just the high-flyers. Plus, the promise of AI could help revitalize downtown San Francisco, and we’ll speak to one developer making a billion-dollar bet on the Golden City. And the Stanley cup craze sweeping the nation has hit Wall Street, leading one analyst to downgrade Yeti. He’ll join us to make his case.

Stocks falling again after the Nasdaq’s worst start to a year since 2016. Is weak economic data the culprit? We’ll look at what’s dragging the market lower. Plus, another cargo ship attacked in the Red Sea is leading investors to worry about retaliatory attacks and the fallout for energy prices and the global supply chain. And Microsoft is nearing Apple’s market cap for the first time in a couple of decades. Is tech in trouble or is leadership just shifting? Nancy Tengler and Mark Mahaney weigh in.

Our strategist says “higher for longer” is still very much in play and rates could spoil the party in 2024. Plus, rising tensions in the Red Sea are pushing oil prices higher. We’ll ask Atlantic Council CEO Fred Kempe whether we’re on the brink of a multi-front war in the Middle East. And Barclays becomes the fourth firm with a bearish rating on Apple. We’ll tell you why, as the stock drags the whole tech sector lower today.

Stick with tech in 2024, says our market guest, but not just any tech… She likes one name she’s been bullish on all year and is about to post its best year in two decades. Plus, 2024 could be the year the metaverse finally takes off! Apple is getting in the game and could change it for consumers. And a special EV edition of 3 Buys & A Bail to close out the year. We’ve got some under-the-radar names for investors to consider into the new year.

With stocks at or near record highs, our market guest says the gains can continue and is highlighting the parts of the market that he sees as undervalued. Plus, a blowout finish for biotech stocks to end the year – we’ll speak to one CEO whose company is coming off its best day ever thanks to the success of a heart disease drug. And our latest check on commercial real estate takes us down to Miami.

Don’t count out a January rate cut, according to one of our guests. He’ll tell us what has to happen for the Fed to pull the trigger, and what it means for the market rally if things don’t pan out that way. Plus, a trillion dollars in commercial real estate loans are set to mature by the end of next year. We’ll speak with one private credit player who says the motto for landlords is “Survive until 2025.” And Tesla’s seeing some real competition from Chinese EV maker BYD, and while shares are shrugging it off today, that may not last.

We’ve got the results of the final 2-year note auction of the year and the one key data point our market guest says will finally trigger the Fed pivot. Plus, a pair of big biotech buyouts today, including one pharma giant striking its second multibillion-dollar deal in less than a week. We’ll look at whether more M&A is on the way. And with tech stocks on track to post their best year since the turn of the century, can they avoid a sharp correction after their massive run? We’ll debate.

ARK Invest’s Cathie Wood reveals the stock she’s adding back to her portfolio, along with a few other names she’s betting on for the long-term. 

Economist Tom Porcelli tells us why Fed rate cuts are coming sooner than later…and why two percent is too late. 

Plus, Insulet shares have climbed 35% since an upgrade at Jeffries. We’ve got the med tech name that analyst says is poised to run in 2024. 

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Rate cuts are coming – and they’re coming fast. That’s been the theme out of Wall Street so far this week, but one of our guests sees it differently. He’s not expecting a cut until the fourth quarter, but he does however see a significant slowdown ahead. Given what we just heard from FedEx, could he be right? He joins us to make his case. Plus, the office sector has been hit hard by higher rates, but one analyst says it’s also been given a rare opportunity. He joins us with what he means by that, and how you can take advantage of it. And positioning for the new year. Our markets guest is looking overseas for opportunities. She’ll tell us where and what she’s buying. 

The toothpaste is out of the tube and a recession is coming, our economist says. She’ll make her case and look at the path forward for the Fed. Plus, how should investors position for a possible Fed pivot? Ariel Investments’ Charlie Bobrinskoy joins with his take on the value trade. And we’ll speak with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong about the recent crypto rally, the regulatory environment, and what a potential bitcoin ETF would mean for his company.

Goldman Sachs says rate cuts are coming, but Fed officials are pumping the brakes on that rhetoric. Jefferies chief market strategist David Zervos tells us why Fed Chair Powell needs to tread carefully from here. Plus, our market guest has two areas of this rally that he says are still cheap, though one of them is quite controversial. And Carter Worth joins us with the two trades he’s fading into the end of the year.

It’s been a record-setting and head-spinning week for markets as the Dow hits new all-time highs. But this morning, New York Fed President John Williams warned not to get too carried away with rate cut hopes. We’ll ask our market guests what they make of his comments, and what the trade is from here. Plus, two screaming buys for 2024 that may surprise you – India and Bitcoin. One of our guests says they’re having more than just a moment. He’ll join us to make his case. And, if you’re worried you missed out on the homebuilder rally, one analyst says don’t fret – there’s more upside ahead. He’ll tell us just how much, and the two names he’s most bullish on. 

The Dow is at a record high, while the S&P and Nasdaq are at 52-week highs, but did the Fed actually give Wall Street the “all clear?” Our economist isn’t convinced. Plus, the most heavily shorted S&P stocks are also up double-digits this month, and one equity strategist says that’s a major warning sign for the market. And mortgage rates are back below 7 percent for the first time since May. We’ll look at whether we’re on the brink of a major turning point in real estate.

One hour until the Fed’s decision on interest rates. What will the market be watching for from Chair Powell’s statement, and will stocks hit all-time highs as a result? We’ll get you ready for the decision and look at how to position.

24 hours until the Fed Decision, and one economist says we’re already in a soft landing. She’ll join us to make her case. Plus, builders have proven resilient amid a challenging housing backdrop. The CEO of Tri Pointe Homes joins us with his view on the industry heading into next year. And Morgan Stanley just wrapped up its big consumer and retail conference. The firm’s lead analyst is here to tell us how to position in retail.

This week’s big market-moving events should shed some light on when the Fed’s first rate cut could come. We’ll look at which data point you should be watching the closest. Plus, Shari Redstone reportedly in talks to sell a controlling stake of National Amusements. We’ll debate why now, and to whom. And Macy’s shares are surging on a buyout offer, but are the buyers more interested in the retail or real estate side of the business?

If you thought today’s jobs number was good, there’s another key number that could be even more important for “soft landing” hopes. We’ll reveal it and dig into the data. Plus, we’ll speak with one money manager whose fund is beating 99% of its peers, and ask which names are helping her beat the market. And California is in the midst of a land grab with some of the biggest names in tech taking over the state’s central valley. We’ll tell you what they want to build and where the backlash is coming from.

Bond yields have plunged in recent weeks, but our market guest says not so fast and expects the 10-year to hit 5.5% next year. He’ll make his case and explain why he’s staying in the “no landing” camp on the economy. Plus, one airline supplier is nearing an all-time high, and is uniquely positioned to benefit from the travel rebound. The CEO joins us for an exclusive. And the Street’s #1 homebuilding analyst is out with his 2024 forecast, saying a very specific group of stocks is poised to outperform next year.

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The labor market is showing slack, but when will be enough for the Fed to start cutting rates? We’ll ask Nationwide’s chief economist. Plus, CVS is going to change the way it prices prescription drugs. CEO Karen Lynch joins us exclusively with the details. And Walmart is launching a shoppable show, calling it “Rom-Com-merce”, but will it actually draw viewers? We’ll debate.

Gold is at all-time highs, bitcoin is at a 20-month high, but the “Magnificent 7” are underperforming. We’ll look at who’s really in the driver’s seat of this market rally. Plus, homeowners are sitting on trillions in equity, but it’s too costly to borrow…. for now. And Morgan Stanley says it’s Amazon and Walmart’s world, and we’re just living in it. The analyst joins us to make his case, and what it means for the retail landscape this holiday season.

Stocks are up and bond yields are down. The S&P 500 back to levels last seen in July after Fed Chair Jay Powell said "uncertainty over the economic outlook is unusually elevated," and signaled Fed officials are done hiking. Our market guest is still bullish but also wary of the headwinds, including the one we got today: U.S. Manufacturing is still shrinking, and by more than expected. We look at this tug-of-war in stocks between weak data and a dovish Fed. Plus, a stream dream team? Two rivals reportedly bundling up. We'll tell you who, and what it would mean for the rest of the streaming landscape and consumers. And a special 3 Buys & a Bail edition with Gina Sanchez. She brings three stocks she wants for Christmas and one lump of coal.

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Consumer confidence is climbing for the first time in 4 months, but some other economic data suggests a “hard landing”. We’ll look at what’s driving the divergence. Plus, Cyber Monday spending surpassed Black Friday, giving a big boost to the Buy Now, Pay Later names. The analyst who upgraded Affirm will join us with why now and what’s next. And Workday, Intuit and Foot Locker results are on deck. We’ll reveal at the AI angles Wall Street will be watching.

This Cyber Monday the CEO of ‘buy now, pay later’-company Klarna weighs in on the record demand for those loans as holiday shopping ramps up. 

And with that demand boosting Shopify’s shares by nearly 10%, we look at the other payment names that could see a positive halo effect. 

Plus, October’s new home sales data flashing warning signs for sellers ahead of the slow housing season. 

People across the country gearing up for one of the busiest shopping days of the year as consumer sentiment shows signs of improvement. We’ll look at whether spending could surprise to the upside. Plus, prices for goods and services are falling, but remain above pre-pandemic levels. We’ll look at where the drops are – and aren’t – and what that signals about the strength of the economy. And could jewelry-maker Pandora benefit from the consumer shift to more affordable, lab-grown diamonds? The CEO joins us for an exclusive interview ahead of Black Friday.

Kelly explains fact vs. fiction when it comes to consumer prices right now.

We have the latest on Sam Altman’s shocking exit from OpenAI and why it could become a legal headache for Microsoft. Plus, our market guest sees some strong technical signals that the rally is here to stay despite today’s weakness. And should corporate pensions make a comeback? Our guest says we’re already seeing a renaissance and it’s even good for corporate budgets. He’ll join us to make his case.