Closing Bell

Former Atlanta Fed President Dennis Lockhart weighs in on Fed policy and the latest around Lisa Cook. Steve Kovach breaks down MongoDB and Okta earnings results. Courtney Reagan analyzes PVH's latest quarterly performance. BofA's Jill Carey Hall explores small-cap opportunities with the Fed potentially cutting rates. Bespoke Co-Founder Paul Hickey provides comprehensive market analysis while Guy Adami delivers Fast Money's first look at market movers. Wells Fargo's Aaron Rakers offers an essential Nvidia earnings preview ahead of the chip giant's highly anticipated results.

Published: 26 August 2025

What could be in store for the next leg of the record setting rally? Plus, we discuss the latest developments following the firing of the Fed’s Lisa Cook. We break down all that and more with Fundstrat’s Tom Lee, Sofi’s Liz Young and Northwestern mutual’s Matt Stucky. Meantime, Apple could be eyeing a new tie-up that could shake up the entire AI arms race. Big Technology’s Alex Kantrowitz and CNBC’s Steve Kovach tell us what’s at stake. And Cheryl Young from Rockefeller Global Family Office tells us why she is cautious on the tech trade.

Published: 26 August 2025

Mike Santoli sets the market theme as Big Tech faces a pivotal week, with bond market reactions from Rick Santelli and market outlook from Courtney Garcia of Payne Capital Management. Plexo's Lo Toney breaks down the high-stakes Big Tech developments. Plus, more on the government's Intel stake and Trump's emerging activist investor strategy with Axios' Dan Primack. BCA Research's Peter Berezin delivers a reality check on AI as more of a stock market phenomenon than economic driver. Collectibles reach new heights with a Jordan/Kobe card selling for $12.9 million, and Eunice Yoon reports on China's blind box craze from Beijing.

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

What’s next for markets after Chair Powell led markets to believe cuts are coming – potentially in September? We discuss with Solus’ Dan Greenhaus, Charles Schwab’s Kevin Gordon and Truist’s Keith Lerner. Plus, we debate the Fed’s next move with David Zervos – who is said to be on the shortlist of Contenders for the Fed Chair spot. And, Jeff DeGraaf from Renaissance Macro tells us what he is expecting from the big earnings this week.

Transcribed - Published: 25 August 2025

Navigate the Federal Reserve’s market impact with Vince Reinhart and Carole Schleif from BNY Investments analyzing implications from Powell’s speech. T. Rowe Price’s Tony Wang examines the ongoing tech rotation. UBS’s John Lovallo breaks down the housing trade opportunities, while RBC’s Gerard Cassidy provides insights on the banking sector outlook. Adam Crisafulli from Vital Knowledge sets up next week’s key market catalysts as consumer discretionary faces pressure and chips rally.

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

What exactly did chair Powell mean to convey in Jackson Hole this morning and is the market interpreting his message correctly? We discuss with the Wharton School’s Jeremy Siegel, Neuberger Berman’s Shannon Saccocia and Metlife Investment Management’s Drew Matus. Plus, Randy Kroszner – a former Fed Governor – tells us what Powell’s speech might mean for the upcoming September meeting. And, HSBC’s Max Kettner helps us break down the final crucial moments of this busy trading day.

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

SPACs, or Special Purpose Acquisition Companies, are back – with aerospace & defense tech startups embracing the moment. Merlin, a startup focused on deploying AI into cockpits, is the latest to do so. The company announced a reverse merge with a SPAC led by Inflection Point Asset Management, valuing the company at $800 million pre-money and raise hundred of millions of dollars in proceeds. CEO Matt George joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the prospects of going public.

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2025

Wells Fargo Senior Economist Sarah House leads "The Jackson 5" analysis of key economic indicators ahead of the Fed symposium. Wedbush's Matt Bryson explains his Nvidia price target hike this week ahead of earnings. Brooke May from Evans May Wealth charts the market's next move. Plus, an exclusive look inside one of America's largest biologic drug manufacturing plants as Fujifilm's North Carolina facility prepares to produce drugs for Johnson & Johnson and Regeneron. Tom Rogers, former NBC Cable President and Versant Board senior advisor, breaks down the streaming wars as ESPN launches its new standalone app.

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

Armada is a startup focused on movable data center systems in AI computing in remote locations. It all started with a close collaboration with SpaceX, using the Starlink broadband network for connectivity. Co-founder & CEO Dan Wright joins Morgan Brennan to discuss edge computing, partnerships with energy producers and the AI arms race.

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

Is this bout of seasonal choppiness a helpful reset to refresh the bull market or signs of a more fragile tape emerging? We discuss with CIO of Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank Chris Hyzy, Payne Capital Courtney Garcia and Morgan Stanley’s Jim Caron. Plus, John Kernan from TD Cowen tells us how he is playing the retail space this earnings season. And, Disney launched ESPN’s new flagship streaming app. Julia Boorstin breaks down all the details

Transcribed - Published: 21 August 2025

Navigate today's market landscape with Kristina Partsinevelos setting the market theme while Rick Santelli breaks down critical bond market movements. Scott Wren from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and Brent Schutte from Northwestern Mutual share their global market outlook. BHP CEO Mike Henry discusses earnings, tariffs impact on the global economy and more. Legendary bond observer Jim Grant weighs in on the bond market ahead of Jackson Hole. Plus, CFRA's Arun Sundaram previews Walmart's upcoming earnings.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

We discuss what’s at stake for the tech space with Charles Schwab’s Liz Ann Sonders. Plus, Target named a new CEO set to replace Brian Cornell in February 2026. We break down that – and the broader retail sector – with our Courtney Reagan and Mizuho’s David Bellinger. And, Fairlead’s Katie Stockton tells us the key levels she’s watching right now.

Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2025

Markets correspondent Kristina Partsinevelos kicks off today's show with key market themes, followed by Rick Santelli on bond market movements from the CME. Charles Bobrinsky, Vice Chairman and Head of Investment Group at Ariel Investments, and Tim Urbanowicz from Innovator ETFs break down the latest market action. We preview Target earnings with Zihahn Ma from Bernstein. In a major autonomous vehicle development, Applied Intuition Co-Founder & CEO Qasar Younis joins us to discuss the company's new self-driving system launch and expansion into passenger vehicles. Plus, Angelica Peebles covers Viking Therapeutics, and Alan Ratner from Zelman & Associates analyzes Toll Brothers earnings and the broader housing market outlook.

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

Is it time to prepare for a bigger pullback in the AI trade? We discuss with Trivariate’s Adam Parker, RBC Capital Markets’ Lori Calvasina and Invesco’s Brian Levitt. Plus, Bill Miller IV from Miller Value Partners weighs in crypto’s wild ride. And, Allianz’s Mohamed El-Erian tells us what he’s expecting from Jackson Hole.

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 18 August 2025

Kristina Partsinevelos sets the market theme before Rick Santelli breaks down bond market reaction to fresh economic data. Eamon Javers reports on the Trump–Putin meeting, followed by insight from former Defense Secretary Mark Esper. Gene Sperling, former NEC Director, discusses the economy and the Fed, while Adam Crisafulli of Vital Knowledge reviews the week that was and the week ahead. Beeneet Kothari of Tekne Capital examines China’s economic slowdown, and Aneesha Sherman of Bernstein previews retail sales and earnings.

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 15 August 2025

Kristina Partsinevelos opens with the market theme before Rick Santelli breaks down bond market reaction to the latest PPI. Steve Liesman explains what drove the number. Former Fed Governor Frederic Mishkin shares insight on the economy and the Fed’s next steps. Earnings focus turns to Applied Materials, while our Leslie Picker covers 13F filings. Bob Elliott of Unlimited and Kristina Hooper of Man Group weigh in on market direction, and Chris Retzler of Needham highlights a big week for small caps. Angelica Peebles reports on Eli Lilly raising Mounjaro prices in Europe in response to Trump’s pressure.

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 14 August 2025

Kristina Partsinevelos sets the day’s market theme before Rick Santelli covers bond market reaction. Paul Hickey of Bespoke Investment discusses weakening breadth, while Ben Reitzes of Melius Research examines the software slump and the role AI is playing. Earnings spotlight includes Cisco, plus Kate Rogers on the fast casual sector’s troubles with Danilo Gargiulo of Bernstein analyzing Cava’s crash and where to find value in the restaurant sector. Centerview Partners co-president Tony Kim weighs in on a bullish environment for IPOs and dealmaking – and if it can continue.

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

The story continues to be the broadening as tech takes a slight breather today. Plus, another booming IPO could be a big signal for the overall outlook for stocks. We discuss with Trivariate’s Adam Parker, Charles Schwab’s Kevin Gordon and Mike Rode from American Century Investments. BTIG’s top technician out with a fresh note on small caps today. He joins us with what’s behind his call. Lo Toney from Plexo Capital tells us how he is navigating the tech space with the Nasdaq at new highs. And, Anastasia Amoroso from Partners Group tells us whether she thinks this is really one of the best environments we’ve seen in some time for investing in stocks and bonds.

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2025

Kristina Partsinevelos breaks down the day’s market theme before Rick Santelli covers bond market moves following a lighter-than-expected CPI report. Daniel Hornung, former Deputy Director for the National Economic Council, shares his economic take, while earnings coverage includes CoreWeave and Cava. Jim Paulsen of Paulsen Perspectives and Sam Stovall of CFRA Research weigh in on market trends, and Nick Del Deo of MoffettNathanson reacts to CoreWeave’s results. Tanaya Macheel discusses bullish IPO pricing expectations, and c3.ai CEO Tom Siebel addresses a major revenue miss.

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2025

The record run resumed with new questions about how far this rally can really go? Blackrock’s Rick Rieder gives us his take. Plus, former Dallas Fed President Robert Kaplan tells us what he thinks the Fed should do about interest rates. And, 3Fourteen’s Warren Pies tells us where he thinks stocks are heading – as we near another record close.

Transcribed - Published: 12 August 2025

Keith Lerner of Truist Wealth and Kevin Mann of Hennion & Walsh share their market outlook. Eunice Yoon reports on China’s latest crackdown on Nvidia’s H20 chips, followed by Dan Niles of Niles Investment Management on the profit impact for Nvidia and AMD. Curtiss-Wright CEO Lynn Bamford joins in her first broadcast interview in her role on global defense spending and the surge in demand for nuclear energy. Plus, Diana Olick on employers tightening return-to-office rules.

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2025

The big battle between the U.S. and China taking center stage – and on two major fronts today. We discuss a deal for Nvidia and AMD to sell chips in China -- but with a catch – with Intelligent Alpha’s Doug Clinton. And we speak to the CEO of a company trying to shake-up the market for rare earths. Plus, Solus’ Dan Greenhaus weighs in on the race for the next Fed chair. And, cannabis stocks are flying high in today’s session. We tell you why.

Transcribed - Published: 11 August 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

How much more does this record-setting rally have in the tank? Is it already in the early stages of rolling over? We discuss with Tom Lee from Fundstrat, Payne Capital’s Courtney Garcia and Ali Flynn Phillips from Obermeyer Wealth Partners. Plus, Renaissance Macro’s Jeff DeGraaf tells us why he thinks stocks could feel some pain ahead. And, the White House is reportedly reviewing new contenders for next Federal Reserve Chair. Steve Liesman explains – and Vantage Rock’s Avery Sheffield tells us what it could mean for the market.

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2025

Impulse Space is expanding further into space. The in-space services startup has two space tugs in low earth orbit, but an upgraded spacecraft capable of going to geosynchronous orbit will launch this fall. Founder & CEO Tom Mueller was a founding member of SpaceX where his work on propulsion led the way for reusable rocket engines. He joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the new frontier, the startup’s $300M Series C funding round, and the potential for an IPO.

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

Kevin Gordon of Charles Schwab and Victoria Greene of G Squared weigh in on the broader market picture, while earnings roll in from Block, Expedia, Dropbox, Pinterest, and more. Mizuho’s Dan Dolev joins to break down the fintech landscape post-Block results, and Warner Music CEO Rob Kyncl joins to talk earnings and the bigger picture for the music industry. Plus: the Firefly IPO, the Lilly-Novo rivalry, and a White House push on private assets in retirement plans.

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

The Wharton School’s Professor Jeremy Siegel tells us what he thinks the next catalyst for stocks might be. Plus, Saira Malik from Nuveen is mapping out her market playbook. And, top technician Jason Hunter is highlighting three things he is watching that could signal a pullback for stocks.

Transcribed - Published: 7 August 2025

White House Council of Economic Advisors Chairman Stephen Miran weighs in ahead of the midnight deadline for tariffs ramping up. In Seattle, Jon sits down with Amazon’s VP of AI & Compute, David Brown, to discuss the company’s ambitions in artificial intelligence. Plus, Apple’s $100 billion investment analyzed with Patrick Moorhead and Steve Kovach.

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

Tim Cook – CEO of Apple – is visiting the White House this afternoon. We discuss what is at stake for the company with Wedbush’s Dan Ives and CNBC’s Steve Kovach. Plus, Ashley MacNeill from Vista Equity Partners weighs in on the state of the IPO market. And, top technician Jonathan Krinsky of BTIG is flagging a downturn ahead. He tells us why.

Transcribed - Published: 6 August 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2025

Is this market just taking a breather before launching its next leg higher or has momentum grinded to a halt? We discuss with Trivariate’s Adam Parker, Robinhood’s Stephanie Guild and Truist’s Keith Lerner. Plus, Morgan Stanley’s Sherry Paul breaks out her private wealth playbook. And, Jim Stewart – who wrote the book on Disney – tells us what he is watching from that company’s report tomorrow morning.

Transcribed - Published: 5 August 2025

Market discussion with insight from JP Morgan’s David Kelly and Bahnsen Group’s David Bahnsen. Rick Santelli and Steve Liesman weigh in on rates and labor. Palantir earnings take center stage with analyst Brent Bracelin and exclusive insights from CEO Alex Karp. Other earnings: Hims & Hers, Lattice, Simon Property, and Vertex Pharma. Plus: A look ahead to key earnings from AMD, Disney, and McDonald’s, and final thoughts on Elon Musk’s pay package.

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

New questions swirl about the heath of the US economy and whether the Fed will soon cut interest rates. We discuss with DoubleLine’s Jeffrey Gundlach. Plus, we break down today’s big bounce with Bank of America’s Chris Hyzy and NewEdge Wealth’s Cameron Dawson. And we set you up for all the big earnings in Overtime.

Transcribed - Published: 4 August 2025

Markets react to a full slate of headlines—from the weak July jobs report to Trump’s threats against the BLS. Stocks post their worst day in months. Bob Elliott of Unlimited and Michael Farr of Farr, Miller & Washington break down the broader setup while Goldman’s Eric Sheridan looks at the tech carnage.

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

President Trump called for the Bureau of Labor Statistics Commissioner just hours after the agency reported slowing U.S. job growth. Allianz’ Mohamed El-Erian gives us his first reaction to that breaking news. Plus, stocks sank in the final hour of trade. Morgan Stanley’s Chis Toomey weighs in on that massive move – and tells us where he sees the recent rally headed. And, we hear from a star analyst following Apple’s blowout numbers.

Transcribed - Published: 1 August 2025

Apple's had its biggest revenue growth since December 2021—but it also has a space play in its back pocket. Apple owns a 20% stake in Globalstar, the satellite company that gives iPhones their space-based emergency service communications. Globalstar CEO Paul Jacobs joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the promise of satellite communications, physical AI and the fight for spectrum.

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

A massive hour of results: Amazon reports and we break it down with Roth MKM’s Rohit Kolkarni and BD8 Capital’s Barbara Duran. Coinbase CFO Alesia Haas joins post-earnings and before the call. Apple posts a strong quarter. We hear insights from DA Davidson’s Gil Luria and tech analyst Patrick Moorhead.

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

Tech investors anxiously awaiting results from Apple and Amazon in Overtime. We discuss what to watch with an all-star panel including Requisite Capital’s Bryn Talkington, Odyssey Capital’s Jason Snipe. Big Technology’s Alex Kantrowitz and Mark Mahaney from Evercore ISI. Plus, JP Morgan Private Bank’s Abby Yoder maps out where she sees the rally headed. And, Andrew Ross Sorkin joins Mike Santoli to discuss Figma’s market debut.

Transcribed - Published: 31 July 2025

Huge day of earnings kicks off with Microsoft and Meta. Markets react to the Fed with insight from Jefferies’ David Zervos. Other earnings include Qualcomm, Robinhood, and Ford. Jefferies’ Brent Thill and Constellation Research’s Ray Wang break down the tech results. Ford CEO Jim Farley joins to the latest quarter plus Ford’s EV strategy.

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 30 July 2025

Markets digest a wave of earnings with Paul Hickey of Bespoke breaking down the trends. Visa, Starbucks, Booking Holdings, and Mondelez all report—with full team coverage. Nucor CEO Leon Topalian joins to discuss steel demand and economic signals. Evans May Wealth’s Brooke May previews a packed Wednesday featuring Jay Powell and Big Tech. Plus, breaking down a mega-merger in the rails with CEOs of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern and CommVault CEO Sanjay Mirchandani on what was behind the cyber company’s strong quarter.

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

What might hold the key to the next move in this rally? We discuss with Trivariate’s Adam Parker, Invesco’s Brian Levitt and Capital Area Planning Group’s Malcolm Ethridge. Plus, we get a pulse check on the credit market with Mark Okada of Sycamore Tree Capital. And, top financial advisor Rich Saperstein tells us how he is advising his clients right now.

Transcribed - Published: 29 July 2025

Markets gear up for a critical week with trade, the Fed, and key earnings all on the table. Our Eamon Javers reports the latest from U.S.–China tariff talks in Stockholm, and Sameer Samana of Wells Fargo sets the big-picture scene. Longview Global’s Dewardric McNeal joins on how to make sense of trade headlines, while JPMorgan’s Matt Boss says it’s time to “Just Buy It” on Nike. T. Rowe’s Dom Rizzo previews a pivotal stretch for tech.

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

What’s priced into the markets at the start of a week featuring the heaviest slate of tech earnings reports, a Fed meeting, a tariff deadline and a crucial jobs report? We discuss with our all-star panel of Solus’ Dan Greenhaus, JPMorgan’s Stephanie Aliaga and Strategas’ Chris Verrone. Plus, Bill Miller IV tells us how he is playing the crypto space right now. And, we break down big move in Nike today – and the analyst call that’s driving that action.

Transcribed - Published: 28 July 2025

The S&P 500 notched a record high every day this week – the first time since November 2021. Our Kristina Partsinevelos breaks down the biggest movers, with Rick Santelli on the bond tape and Malcolm Ethridge of Capital Area Planning Group on the setup. Brent Bracelin of Piper Sandler weighs in on Palantir and his Street high price target. Meme stocks pop back up—Steve Sosnick of Interactive Brokers is on that. Plus, Katie Stockton sets up the charts ahead of Big Tech earnings.

Transcribed - Published: 25 July 2025

ULA is preparing for its next Vulcan launch in what will be the first official national security mission for the new rocket. A joint venture between Boeing & Lockheed Martin, ULA will conduct several launches for the government and then turn back to its commercial customer Amazon in the fall. ULA CEO joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the latest launch forecast for the company, Amazon Kuiper, and the need for national security in space.

Transcribed - Published: 24 July 2025