Squawk on the Street

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed what to make of the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 entering positive territory year-to-date. The anchors explored the return of the AI trade, led by Nvidia's resurgence: The chip giant has rejoined the $3 trillion valuation club. AMD shares up sharply after the company announced its $6 billion share buyback program. Also in focus: The only Magnificent 7 stock in the red since President Trump's April 2 tariff announcement, Robinhood rival eToro prices its IPO above the expected range. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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Consumer prices coming in better-than-expected for the month of April: Carl Quintanilla, David Faber, and Michael Santoli broke down the numbers and what they mean for the Fed’s rate path here… Former Fed Governor Randy Kroszner saying he still expects 2-3 cuts by year-end while CFRA’s Chief Investment Strategist forecasts more gains ahead for the S&P - as the index turns positive on the year. Plus: more on key movers of the day from Honda to United Healthcare. Also in focus: the street’s biggest CEOs, regulators, and President Trump headed to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for a star-studded Saudi-US Investment forum… Hear Elon Musk’s live remarks this hour – and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s potential clue towards future policy when it comes to the chips. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

After Monday's big market rally fueled by the U.S.-China deal to temporarily slash tariffs, Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber led off the show with market reaction to the April Consumer Price Index and what it says about inflation. The anchors also discussed President Trump's trip to Saudi Arabia, where he greeted prominent CEOs including Jensen Huang and Elon Musk. Also in focus: UnitedHealth drags the Dow lower after the health insurer suspended its 2025 guidance and announced its CEO stepped down, Coinbase to join the S&P 500, Phillips 66-Elliott proxy fight. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Stocks rallying across the board as the U.S. and China agree to slash reciprocal tariffs for 90 days – Carl Quintanilla, David Faber, and Leslie Picker broke down the latest, in addition to President Trump’s new Executive Order aimed at lowering drug prices (signed within the hour). Longtime market vet & Evercore Founder Roger Altman calling the China progress “encouraging” - while one former U.S. Trade rep for China Affairs argues: keep waiting for hard details and facts here. Rockefeller’s Ruchir Sharma, meanwhile, saying look elsewhere: namely Latin American markets. Plus: a look at how this EO on drug prices could impact pharma stocks – and your wallet – with Former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb… And breaking Fed headlines from Governor Kugler – who’s warning the growth outlook remains murky here. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber covered Monday's major market rally, sparked by a new U.S.-China trade deal in which both countries agreed to slash tariffs for 90 days. What should investors do now? Pharma stocks under pressure after President Trump said he would sign an executive order aimed at lowering drug prices. Hear what the president said about the U.S.-China trade agreement at his news conference. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

The second hour of CNBC’s "Squawk on the Street" with Carl Quintanilla and Sara Eisen is broadcast each weekday from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, with the up-to-the-minute news investors need to know and interviews with the most influential CEOs and greatest market minds. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Wrapping up another volatile week for stocks, Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli set the stage for U.S.-China trade talks due to begin Saturday in Switzerland. The anchors reacted to President Trump's social media post in which he suggested lowering China tariffs to 80 percent from 145 percent. Bitcoin continues to rebound, rallying to levels not seen since late January. Barrick Mining CEO Mark Bristow joined the program at Post 9 and discussed gold's record run. The earnings parade in focus – including big moves in shares of Pinterest, Affirm and Expedia. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli discussed positive market sentiment in reaction to President Trump saying he would announce a trade agreement on Thursday with the United Kingdom, though the U.K. refers to it as a framework. The anchors reacted to Trump calling Jerome Powell a "fool" one day after the Fed held interest rates steady. Also in focus: Arm Holdings slides on weak guidance, sources tell David that Warner Bros. Discovery is moving toward a split of the company, Shopify's president joins the show to discuss quarterly results and tariffs. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber, and Sara Eisen discussed the latest for stocks amid fresh news on the tariffs and earnings front – and ahead of a new comments from Fed Chair Powell this afternoon. First: a read on rates and how the economy’s holding up with the man advising America’s biggest companies on their multi-billion dollar financings: Goldman’s Jonny Fine… Plus: a deep-dive on Disney results, including demand trends in China and their new Abu Dhabi plans - CFO Hugh Johnston joined the team to breakdown the numbers. Also in focus: housing headwinds - Taylor Morrison’s CEO discussed key trends when it comes to the crucial spring selling season; a breakdown of looming tariffs on pharmaceuticals – and what it means for the stocks; and exclusive comments from the Education Secretary on student loans. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli covered a lot of news for investors to digest: Disney shares in rally mode after the company posted better-than-expected quarterly results -- and announced plans for a new theme park and resort in Abu Dhabi. You'll want to hear what Disney CEO Bob Iger told David. In a CNBC Exclusive, AMD CEO Lisa Su joined the program to discuss earnings, AI and the impact of U.S. curbs on chip exports to China. Also in focus: Stocks rise as the U.S. and China agree to trade talks, Fed decision day, Uber shares fall on a revenue miss. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla discussed the biggest headlines for stocks alongside Sara Eisen and David Faber – who both joined the broadcast live from the Milken Institute’s investment conference in Beverly Hills this hour. Citi CEO Jane Fraser and Treasury Secretary Bessent both pointing out a resilient consumer when it comes to the data… But CNBC’s latest Fed Survey raising recession odds to 55% from 22% at the start of the year – what’s driving the action. Plus: Goldman’s Chief U.S. Equity Strategist gave his take on where markets go from here – and whether the Mag-7 tech trade can hold up. Also in focus: the latest from the ground at Milken – as the street’s top CEOs, leaders, and regulators convene in California. David sat down with the CEOs of Ares (the firm manages $500B+ in assets) and Morgan Stanley Co-President Dan Simkowitz. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli discussed stocks extending Monday's losses after the broader market snapped its nine-day win streak. The Fed's two-day policy meeting also in the spotlight ahead of Wednesday's decision on interest rates. The anchors explored Palantir shares taking a hit despite upbeat results and guidance: What's next for what has been a high-flying stock? Also in focus: An AI warning from legendary investor Paul Tudor Jones, Ford suspends guidance in wake of tariffs, what CEOs at the Milken Institute Global Conference told David about the macro environment. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla discussed the latest for stocks alongside Sara Eisen and David Faber – who both joined the broadcast live from the Milken Institute’s investment conference in Beverly Hills this hour. A key focus? Berkshire Hathaway’s Warren Buffett - surprising investors at the company’s annual meeting by announcing he will step down as CEO… The team broke down his legacy and what’s next for shares. Plus: one portfolio manager from Janus Henderson joined the team to talk top tech picks. Also in focus: the latest from the ground at Milken – as the street’s top CEOs, leaders, and regulators convene in California. David sat down with Blackstone COO Jon Gray in a wide-ranging deep dive covering all things AI demand to Private Credit. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli discussed the surprising news involving Warren Buffett: The "Oracle of Omaha" announced he would step down as Berkshire Hathaway CEO at the end of the year after six decades on the job. Berkshire's board voted unanimously to name company executive Greg Abel as president and CEO effective January 1 -- and for Buffett to remain chairman. At the Milken Institute Global Conference, David engaged in one-on-one interviews with Apollo Global CEO Marc Rowan and Wells Fargo CEO Charles Scharf. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Stocks popping higher after jobs data came in stronger than expected for April: Carl Quintanilla and Sara Eisen discussed the report and what it means for stocks - alongside some positive tariff headlines when it comes to China, and a number of better-than-feared earnings reports. A key focus? Mega-cap tech – namely Apple and Amazon after new numbers there… What to do with both stocks, and the street’s reaction this hour. Plus: does the rally have more room to run? Jefferies Chief Market Strategist and Goldman’s Chief Economist joined the team with their takes, and what comes next from the Fed. Also in focus: details emerging when it comes to President Trump’s 2026 budget – a deep-dive on the key points we have so far this hour… And a live read from the ground in Omaha - ahead of Berkshire’s annual shareholder meeting tomorrow. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer led off the show with market reaction to better-than-expected April jobs data. That report and hopes surrounding potential U.S.-China trade talks have put the Dow and S&P 500 on track for nine straight days of gains. The anchors also explored Apple and Amazon earnings and where tariffs fit into the picture. Chevron CEO Mike Wirth joined the program to discuss the company's quarterly results impacted by the slump in oil prices. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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Big tech boosting the major indices after strong reports out of Meta and Microsoft overnight: Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber broke down the numbers with some of the street’s top analysts, while also looking ahead to Amazon and Apple earnings tonight. Why Jefferies calls Microsoft their Top Pick here, and more with one Rosenblatt analyst who says Apple’s earnings will be a ‘write-off’ quarter, with the true cost of tariffs to come later. Plus: the latest on Tesla, amid reports that their board contemplated replacing CEO Elon Musk (and fresh news on the autos front out of GM and Ford). Also in focus: McDonalds reporting its biggest U.S. same-store sales decline in 5 years – but Evercore says to buy the dip here… And more on the tariff pressure facing consumers and businesses with the President and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce, in a wide-ranging interview this hour. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer