Closing Bell

From the open to the close, “Closing Bell” and “Closing Bell: Overtime” have you covered. From what’s driving market moves to how investors are reacting, Scott Wapner, Jon Fortt, Morgan Brennan and Michael Santoli guide listeners through each trading session and bring to you some of the biggest names in business.

Is the market’s week-long pause working to refresh the bull for a further climb? Or is the market undergoing a midsummer stall as it did this time last year? We discuss with Avery Sheffield of Vantage Rock, Requisite Capital’s Bryn Talkington and HSBC’s Alastair Pinder. Plus, some big news in the fintech space breaking this afternoon – that group of stocks sinking midday. Top analyst Dan Dolev hops on the CNBC newsline with his instant reaction. And, one top technician highlights what he says are the three best charts in the market right now.

Varda Space, an in-space manufacturing startup, has just raised $187 million in a Series C round led by Natural Capital and Shrug Capital. Since its inception four years ago, Varda has completed three successful missions, with a fourth in orbit and fifth expected by the end of 2025. Co-founder & CEO Will Bruey joins Morgan Brennan to discuss drug manufacturing in microgravity, hypersonic testing and more.

Citi's Drew Pettit defends his new 6300 year-end S&P target, arguing AI justifies premium valuations. Stephanie Link scans for strength Microsoft President Brad Smith on his company’s $4B AI workforce plan and how AI is already changing the labor market. Plus, a leadership check on Apple, and our Kate Rogers with the latest on tariffs — and your coffee.

Longtime analyst Walter Piecyk making a stunning call that Tim Cook needs to go. We discuss with our Steve Kovach and Wedbush’s Dan Ives. Plus, we get a shareholder’s take with Malcolm Ethridge from Capital Area Planning Group. And, Former Fed Vice Chair Richard Clarida maps out his forecast for the fed.

Nvidia becomes the first company ever to hit a $4T valuation and the Nasdaq notched a record close. But is the rebound starting to feel stretched? Lori Calvasina of RBC joins with her take on positioning. Former USTR official Wendy Cutler on the latest trade headlines. Oppenheimer’s Brian Schwartz on why he upgraded Microsoft and Jefferies’ Sheila Kahyaoglu previews Delta’s earnings.

Can tech continue to lead stocks higher? We discuss with Wharton Professor Jeremy Siegel, JPMorgan’s Gabriela Santos and Obermeyer Wood’s Ali Flynn Philips. Plus, top technician Jeff deGraaf charts out Nvidia’s $4T record run. And, Elizabeth Burton tells us where she is finding opportunity in the second half.

A flurry of headlines from the Trump cabinet meeting pushes tariffs back into the spotlight — including a 50% levy on copper. Our Megan Cassella tracks the latest from Washington. Liz Ann Sonders of Charles Schwab joins to break down market momentum, and JPMorgan’s Stephen Tusa weighs in on why industrials are the S&P’s standout sector in 2025. Plus, Afsaneh Beschloss on global diversification and Katie Stockton on key technical levels three months after the market’s last big pullback.

Will tariff uncertainty hit the economy and the stock market? We discuss with Fundstrat’s Tom Lee, New York Life’s Lauren Goodwin and Charles Schwab’s Kevin Gordon. Plus, Rick Heitzmann from FirstMark Capital weighs in on the big thaw in the IPO market. And, American Century CEO Jonathan Thomas breaks down his second half playbook.

Brenda Vingiello of Sand Hill and 3Fourteen’s Warren Pies join the market panel to talk the week ahead. Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum discusses domestic energy strategy and the changes to the country’s energy agenda. Former Walmart U.S. CEO Bill Simon weighs in on retail’s outlook. Plus, Roth Capital’s Craig Irwin on whether Elon Musk’s political ambitions are distracting for Tesla shareholders.

Are stocks primed for a second half surge or a disappointing six months ahead? We discuss with Trivariate’s Adam Parker, NewEdge’s Cameron Dawson and Payne Capital’s Courtney Garcia. Plus, we break down the latest in President Trump and Elon Musk’s reignited feud. And, Mohamed El-Erian from Allianz breaks down his second half playbook.

AMERICA’S DEFICIT RECKONING: What happens if the U.S. doesn’t rein in the budget deficit? CNBC Senior Finance & Banking Reporter Leslie Picker interviewed a dozen experts, investors and former government officials over the course of five months to explore the consequences of America’s fiscal path – not how to solve it, but what’s at stake if we don’t. This special report unpacks how rising debt threatens markets, hinders economic growth, and fractures international relations. From trillion-dollar annual interest payments to bond-market tremors to geopolitical vulnerability, CNBC explores the tipping point that the U.S. may be approaching – and whether it’s still possible to change course.

Axiom Space recently launched its fourth private crew mission to the International Space Station. AX-4-- sponsored by India, Poland and Turkey-- lifted off from Florida in a SpaceX capsule last week and is currently completing a two-week tour on the ISS. It was the first mission under CEO Tejpaul Bhatia, a serial entrepreneur with experience from Google, who took the helm at Axiom Space earlier this year. He joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the mission, alongside the company's development of its own commercial space station and lunar space suits for Prada.

This holiday-shortened trading week ends with a tension-release rally pushing the key infexes further into record territory. So what could be next for your money? We discuss with Fundstrat’s Tom Lee, Truist’s Keith Lerner and Wealth Enhancement Group’s Aya Yoshioka. Plus, former Fed Governor Frederic Mishkin breaks down his first reaction to the jobs report and what it might mean for the Fed’s next move. And, Lisa Shalett – CIO of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management – tells us where she is finding opportunity in the second half of the year.

S&P 500 closed at a record high today. Our Kristina Partsinevelos tracks key stock movers, while Rick Santelli breaks down action in the bond market. Scott Wren of Wells Fargo and Adam Crisafulli of Vital Knowledge weigh in on where the second half of the year could be headed. Big Technology’s Alex Kantrowitz reacts to Microsoft’s plan to cut 9,000 jobs and what is says about broader tech labor landscape. Affirm CEO Max Levchin joins to discuss what he’s seeing from consumers and payment trends Tim Seymour makes the case for getting bullish on health care.

What’s next for stocks? Solus’ Dan Greenhaus, Hightower’s Stephanie Link and Invesco’s Brian Levitt. Plus, Plexo Capital’s Lo Toney tells us how he is playing the tech space right now. And, we get some top plays for your portfolio as we kick off the second half with Michael Bapis from Vios Advisors at Rockefeller Global.

Washington wrestles with the latest budget bill. Our Emily Wilkins breaks down the latest, followed by reaction to the Senate passing its version of it from OMB Director Russell Vought. Paul Hickey of Bespoke and Jose Rasco from HSBC weigh in on the market setup heading into the second half. Banks begin unveiling capital return plans—Leslie Picker tracks the headlines. Booking Holdings CEO Glenn Fogel joins on the travel boom ahead of July 4th and what he is seeing for summer.

What will drive the market for the remainder of the year? We discuss with Trivarite’s Adam Parker, Schwab’s Kevin Gordon and Robinhood’s Stephanie Guild. Plus, we break down the latest in the ongoing drama between President Trump and Elon Musk – and what it could mean for Tesla’s stock. And, Abby Yoder from JP Morgan Private Bank breaks out her playbook for the second half.

Two major narratives unfold — one on Wall Street, the other in Washington. We kick things off with market insight from Richard Bernstein of Richard Bernstein Advisors and Citi’s Scott Chronert. Stifel’s Brian Gardner breaks down the latest from D.C.. Evercore Chairman Emeritus and BlackRock Co-Founder Ralph Schlosstein weighs in on global M&A and the policy landscape. Plus, Morgan digs deep on the Army’s autonomous push. Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck on space demand and the stock’s huge run.

Have the bulls stolen back the benefit of the doubt for keeps or is the case for caution rising along with stock prices? We discuss with Strategas’ Chris Verrone, Requisite Capital’s Bryn Talkington and Capital Area’s Malcolm Ethridge. Plus, Former Dallas Fed President Richard Fisher reveals his forecast for the fed. And, Morgan Stanley’s Mike Wilson is mapping out where he sees stocks headed in the second half.