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OpenAI announces a new ChatGPT model and gets a $1 billion investment with Disney. Bitcoin is down 20% in the past 3 months, but the CEO of Bitwise is playing the long game. Plus, Rivian launches autonomous driving on an in-house chip. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Federal Reserve is expected to deliver its third straight interest rate cut in its last meeting of 2025. We break down the impact on markets, the economy and tech financing ahead of Oracle's earnings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why Netflix buying Warner Brothers Discovery is a bad idea, why we could be in for another DeepSeek moment, and the stocks to buy ahead of the Fed decision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paramount launches an all-cash offer for Warner Bros. Discovery just days after losing to Netflix in the bidding war. A look into Berkshire's next chapter as Buffett's CEO tenure comes to a close. Plus, sellers are taking their homes off the market at a record rate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meta slashes its metaverse budget after its Reality Labs unit loses $70B in four years. Jobless claims hit their lowest level in three years, but alternative data paints a different labor market picture. Plus, JPMorgan's homebuilder haves and have-nots heading into 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fresh AI concerns getting trumped by weak jobs data fueling rate cut hopes. Two top stock picks with one common denominator. Plus, why the bottom for Bitcoin may not be in, and a pullback is a buying opportunity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

OpenAI’s Sam Altman issues a ‘Code Red’ as Google threatens the company’s lead. Bitcoin bounces back from its worst day since March, but can you trust the comeback? Plus, Amazon just upped the ante in the food delivery wars. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kelly Evans is back in the anchor chair, and while investors are clamoring about the AI trade, she’s watching the 10-year yield. We’ll debate what its direction means for the markets and the economy. Plus, bitcoin is falling to its lowest level since April, and retail stocks are climbing on Cyber Monday. Morgan Stanley’s retail guru joins us with the names he expects to win big this holiday season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The small-cap names to watch as the Russell 2000 outperforms the major averages during the shortened holiday week. Sellers are pulling their homes off the market at a rapid rate, and Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman warns there could be more housing pain ahead. Plus, how consumers are using AI to shop for gifts this season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AI laggard Alphabet rapidly moving to the front of the pack, on track to hit a $4T market cap. Consumer confidence hits a 7-month low as recession fears rise. Plus, Best Buy beats estimates and raises guidance... why one analyst says this holiday season could be especially strong for the retailer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Novo Nordisk hits a 4-year low, just days after rival Eli Lilly hits a $1T market cap milestone.Plus, some former high-flyers trading more down to earth. Is now the time to get in? And, two unlikely names dominating the AI narrative now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stocks surge after the odds of a December rate cut climb. Bitcoin on pace for its worst week in three years. Plus, Alphabet's AI momentum is worrying some of its rivals. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Nvidia-fueled rally fizzles, and so do hopes that the Fed will cut rates next month. We look at where you can ride out the volatility and still find opportunity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We break down the Nvidia numbers to watch after the bell with VC Lo Toney, and the only analyst with a sell rating on the AI giant. Short-seller Carson Block reveals a rare long position. Plus, what Lowe's got right in its third quarter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Street starting to split on hyperscalers with Rothschild & Co Redburn downgrading Microsoft and Amazon, while Loop upgrades Alphabet. Bitcoin turns negative for the year. Plus, Victoria Greene's three stocks to buy in the pullback. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Options flashing a bullish, but cautious, signal ahead of Nvidia earnings. Bernstein sees near-term risk for the country’s biggest retailer. Plus, the $100M AI Super PAC picks its first target. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A December rate cut is looking less likely, but does the market need it for support?Plus, Bitcoin is now off more than 20% from its record high, is the bottom in or are more crypto declines coming?And our tech watcher says AI anxiety is overdone and he’s going shopping. He tells us where he’s seeing the biggest opportunities in the trade. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stocks sharply lower as the tech sell-off persists, but one strategist says it's too early for an AI bubble. Disney shares on pace for their worst day since April on mixed results. Plus, a retail bright spot. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apparel prices in October were 3% higher than last year, and one analyst says that may only be the beginning. Mortgage applications climb during a historically slow season. Plus, we break down the big moves in big banks as they hit all-time highs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The shutdown may be coming to and end, but its impact will last a while longer. We look at the ripples across the markets, travel, and holiday spending.Why you may want to skip large-caps in favor of smaller names. Plus, our tech watcher says stick with the sector and one name in particular. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The government could reopen as soon as this week, according to one policy strategist. Deutsche Bank sees 20+% upside in MP Materials. Plus, are 50-year mortgages the key to jumpstarting the housing market? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

OpenAI executives are walking back comments that the government should serve as a backstop for the company. Is OpenAI's business model unsustainable? One of our guests says yes, by design. Plus, what to expect if you’re planning to fly during the government shutdown. And, will home improvement stocks hammer out some gains this earnings season? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

October layoffs just hit a 20-year high. We look at what drove the cuts, and whether more bad news could be ahead. Plus, it’s a crucial day for Tesla with shareholders voting on Musk’s pay package, but it’s not the only reason why today’s shareholder meeting is important. And, we look at what happens to the retail sector if the Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The government shutdown is now the longest on record, and it could have an impact on Q4 GDP. Plus, are fast-casual chains like Cava and Chipotle losing their edge as consumers pull back? And Billionaire Barry Sternlicht says New York City is in for a rough time following Zohran Mamdani’s win. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The freight industry is giving off Great Financial Crisis vibes, according to one CEO. The earnings trades as consumer names take the spotlight. Plus, can driverless cars steer Uber back in the right direction? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The CNBC Changemakers and Power Players podcast delivers candid, in-depth conversations with trailblazing women in business, hosted by CNBC Senior Media & Tech Correspondent Julia Boorstin. Listen to an excerpt now! The series spotlights women from the CNBC Changemakers list and other female innovators who are redefining leadership, breaking barriers, and transforming industries; including CEO of Retirement Solutions at TIAA Kourtney Gibson. Episodes of CNBC Changemakers and Power Players are available now and drop every Tuesday. Stay right here to listen to a special preview, and for the full episode, search for CNBC Changemakers and Power Players and follow the show wherever you get your podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kimberly-Clark agrees to buys Tylenol-maker Kenvue for more than $40B. Amazon teams up with OpenAI for the first time, while Microsoft cuts its own multi-billion-dollar deals with two cloud start-ups. Plus, Palantir hits an all-time high ahead of earnings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Amazon hits an all-time high after earnings. The government shutdown will stop SNAP funding tomorrow, affecting 42 million Americans. We look at the ripple effects across several industries. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The U.S. and China reach trade agreements. What to expect when Apple and Amazon report earnings after the bell. Plus, the XPO CEO shares how tariffs and AI are affecting shipments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Federal Reserve expected to cut rates by a quarter-point. Seymour Asset Management's Tim Seymour and BD8 Capital's Barbara Doran join for the hour to break down what that means for your money. Plus, we look ahead to big tech earnings as Nvidia's market cap crosses $5 trillion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apple and Microsoft both hit $4 trillion in market cap. Amazon announces the largest corporate job cut in its history as AI recalibrates the workforce. Plus, PayPal partners with OpenAI. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Berkshire Hathaway gets a rare downgrade. How much pain the government shutdown could inflict on airlines. Plus, the big tech names to buy ahead of earnings this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stocks hit record highs after the long-awaited September CPI report showed cooler inflation. Gold loses some of its luster. Plus, what the c-suite expects from consumers this holiday season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oil prices jump after the Trump administration puts sanctions on Russia. Tesla shares recover after sliding on earnings. Plus, what the options market indicates about the direction of the meme trade. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wells Fargo CEO Charlie Scharf joins from the bank's new campus in Irving, Texas. Venture capitalist Bradley Tusk's solution for mitigating AI's funding issues. Plus, why Travel + Leisure says timeshares are being "rediscovered." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Warner Bros. Discovery is up for sale... we break down potential buyers and what it means for media. Earnings season continues as markets rally. Plus, how Dick's Sporting Goods is expanding their brick and mortar presence. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Apple hits an all-time high. AWS network failures affect more than 8 million users. Plus, President Trump doesn't want to be dependent on China's rare earths...could Australia be the answer? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The deal to develop one of the largest AI data centers in the U.S. The UAE sovereign wealth fund working to back a U.S.-TikTok deal. The AI train is moving to non-tech sectors like financials and health care. The latest news for Oracle. Plus, how the OBBB is impacting the economy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rhetoric ramps up in trade talks between the U.S. and China. The small cap names to buy now as the Russell 2000 hits an all-time high. Plus, LVMH has its best day in over 20 years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mag 7 remains under pressure as AI bubble concerns persist. Big bank earnings kick off. Plus, one crypto watcher says leverage is a "hell of a drug." Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

OpenAI reinforces its AI moat with a Broadcom deal. What’s next in America’s trade war with China after Pres. Trump threatened new tariffs. Plus, Melius calls Tesla a “must-own” stock. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Stocks, bonds, and the dollar slide as President Trump threatens "massive" tariff hikes on China. We break down the impact on tech, energy and whether you should buy the dip. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gold, silver and copper all hitting new highs, but one commodity has yet to participate in the rally. Lululemon's founder says the company is in a nosedive. Plus, could the government take a stake in another rare earths company? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nvidia lending billions to OpenAI, xAI and CoreWeave...is the company now propping up demand for its own products? The trade on precious metals as gold and silver both hit new highs. Plus, the state of freight is not that great. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Box CEO Aaron Levie on partnering with OpenAI. Real estate gets hit by the government shutdown. Plus, three non-AI names that could pop on earnings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AMD surges as OpenAI enters another multi-billion dollar partnership, but one venture capitalist is watching for red flags. A technical check on gold as it hits its 42nd record high this year. Plus, can Fannie and Freddie help lower home prices? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the jobs number delayed due to the government shutdown, we dig into alternative data for a read on the economy. Increased competition weighs on betting stocks. Plus, why the newest showgirl is duty-free. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Semis continue to rally as Nvidia hits an all-time high. FICO shakes up the credit score market. Plus, Jefferies puts three AI chat bots to the test. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We break down how the government shutdown could impact everything from the IPO pipeline to home sales. Plus, the important difference between 2013 and 2018 when it comes to returns. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright talks coal and nuclear power. Pfizer strikes a deal with the White House to lower drug prices. Plus, an exclusive look into JPMorgan's big AI plans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.