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Halftime Report is on the front lines of CNBC’s market coverage. CNBC’s Scott Wapner and the Street’s top investors get to the heart of the action as it’s happening and help set the agenda for the rest of the day. Halftime Report airs weekdays 12-1PM ET on CNBC TV. 

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    • Sep 10, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Halftime Report podcast is an exceptional mid-day show that excels in improvisation and authenticity. Hosted by Judge Wapner, this show puts its guests on the spot, pushing them to stick their necks out and provide real insights without holding back. As a regular listener of CNBC, I can confidently say that The Halftime Report is consistently my favorite show, and I am grateful that it has become more accessible for on-the-go listening.

    One of the best aspects of The Halftime Report podcast is the unfiltered and genuine nature of the discussions. The hosts and guests are not afraid to express their opinions openly, creating a dynamic and engaging atmosphere. This level of authenticity adds value to the show as it allows listeners to hear different perspectives and gain valuable insights into the world of stocks and investments. The improvised nature of the discussions also keeps things fresh and exciting, as you never know where the conversation will lead next.

    Additionally, having a podcast version of The Halftime Report allows for greater flexibility in consuming the content. No longer do fans have to worry about missing an episode while being on-the-go or occupied with other tasks. Being able to listen to missed episodes at any time is a fantastic feature that enhances the overall experience.

    However, one aspect that could be improved upon is the potential bias displayed by some hosts, including Judge Wapner and certain left-leaning members of the panel. While it is understood that discussions may naturally have biases, it would be beneficial if all participants made a conscious effort to focus solely on facts and stock-related information. This would help ensure a more balanced approach to presenting investment insights, allowing listeners to form their own opinions based on objective data rather than personal biases.

    In conclusion, The Halftime Report podcast stands out as an exceptional mid-day show that offers raw and honest discussions about stocks and investments. Its improvisational nature brings excitement to each episode, making it enjoyable for both novice investors and seasoned professionals. While some biases may occasionally be present, the overall value provided by this podcast makes it a must-listen for those seeking insightful conversations about the financial world.



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    Rethinking the AI Trade 9/10/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 42:54


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the blockbuster move in Oracle and what it means for the AI trade.  Plus, we discuss some of the Committee's stocks on the move. And later, we hit the latest Calls of the Day. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Halftime Report live from Future Proof in Huntington Beach, California. 9/9/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 46:07


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee are lives in Huntington Beach, California at Future Proof, a gathering of financial advisors and Investment professionals.  We are joined by Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities to look ahead to the Apple Event at 1pm.  Plus, Blackrock's Rick Rieder joins us later to talk about everything from the market, the fed, rates and more. And later, CNBC's Leslie Picker brings us an interview from JPM's Jamie Dimon to talk about his new HQ in NYC. 

    The Fate of the Record Rally 9/8/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 43:52


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the fate of the record rally as we ick off a critical week for the markets and your money. Plus, the desk discuss some of their stocks that are on the move. And later, we take a look at the latest Calls of the Day. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Rethinking the AI Trade 9/5/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 44:17


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the AI trade after another big pullback in shares of Nvidia. Plus, Broadcom soars to new highs after earnings, it's our Chart of the Day. And later, the desk shares their latest portfolio moves. Investment Committee Disclosures

    AI Trade Intact? 9/4/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 44:27


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of the AI trade. The experts detail their latest portfolio moves. Calls of the Day include Disney, Leidos, and 3M. Josh Brown is back with his Best Stocks in the Market. The earnings setup is on Lululemon.Investment Committee Disclosures

    Alphabet's Mega Move 9/3/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 44:13


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the stunning google move and how you should trade it now. Plus, we discuss the latest Calls of the Day on Citigroup. And later, Julia Boorstin joins us with the latest on the NFL season kicking off and the brewing battle between the league and the services that tracks its ratings. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Trading the Weak September Start 9/2/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 44:12


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the markets with stocks under pressure, global bond yields rallying and the future of the trump tariffs in doubt following last week's court ruling. Plus, Josh Brown shares some updates to his “Best Stocks in the Market.” And later, the desk discuss the latest Calls of the Day on Newmont, Netflix and Verizon.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    Your September Strategy 8/29/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 44:14


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether a September stumble is coming. Plus, we discuss whether the tide is turning for software stocks. And later, the Committee share their latest portfolio moves.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    Reacting to Nvidia's Earnings: Brad Gerstner Joins Us Live 8/28/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 55:50


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the best strategy right now with Nvidia earnings in the rea-view mirror and stocks at record highs. Plus, Altimeter Capital's Brad Gerstner joins us to react to Nvidia's earnings last night. The stock is his second largest holding. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Can Nvidia Earnings Match the Hype 8/27/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 44:14


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee countdown to Nvidia's earnings report tonight and what it could mean for the broader market. Plus, Financials are hitting a new all-time high, the desk debate how to trade the banks. And later, we hit the latest Calls of the Day.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    The Road Ahead for Stocks 8/26/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 44:10


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the markets, the future of the Fed, and some new reporting on Apple's AI ambitions. The experts react to stock moves in Netflix, Uber, Eli Lilly, AT&T, and Oklo. The desk talks about the state of the restaurant trade. Josh Brown updates the viewers on his “Best Stocks in the Market.” The Setup is on Ulta Beauty ahead of earnings later this week. Investment Committee Disclosures

    The Best Plays Post-Powell 8/25/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 49:49


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the fate of the market rally and the top stock plays following Jerome Powell's pivot in Jackson Hole last Friday. Plus, we break down the latest Calls of the Day. Later, the desk shares their favorite bank stocks and strategies for the financial sector.Investment Committee Disclosures

    The Post-Powell Playbook 8/22/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 44:32


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the Post-Powell Playbook following Jerome Powell's highly anticipated speech in Jackson Hole. Plus, the desk share their latest portfolio moves. And later, we discuss the latest Calls of the Day on Roblox, Snowflake and more. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Pause or Pullback? 8/21/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 43:24


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate whether we're in a pause or pullback as stocks try to avoid a fifth straight day of losses.  Plus, the committee share their latest portfolio moves. And later, Josh Brown adds Illinois Tool to his “Best Stocks in the Market,” he explains why. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Tech Pullback Stirs Market Fears 8/20/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 44:24


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the tech pullback and what it could mean for a bigger pullback on the horizon. Plus, the desk shares their latest portfolio moves.  And later, the XRT hitting a 52-week high, the committee debate how to trade the retail sector.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    A Bubble in Tech? 8/19/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 47:56


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee whether there's a bubble in tech after Sam Altman's warning and now options traders bracing for a potential downturn. Plus, we hit the latest Calls of the Day. And later, Josh Brown reveals another stock that has made his ‘Best Stocks in the Market.' Investment Committee Disclosures

    Stocks Face a Critical Week 8/18/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2025 55:29


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the critical week for stocks as central bankers gather in Jackson Hole for their annual get-together. Plus a historic meeting at the White House today as European leaders and President Zelensky meet President Trump to discuss the Russia-Ukraine War. And later, the desk debate the latest Calls of the Day. Investment Committee Disclosures

    How to Trade the Markets Right Now 8/15/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 44:08


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the new high for the Dow as the index joins the S&P and Nasdaq at record levels. The desk debates how to trade the markets now. Plus, we hit the latest calls of the day. And later, Josh Brown reveals his latest “Best Stock in the Market.”Investment Committee Disclosures

    Are Stocks and the Fed on a Collision Course? 8/14/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 44:11


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether stocks and the Fed are on a collision course.  Plus, Kevin Simpson shares his many portfolio moves. And later, the desk discuss the latest Calls of the Day. Investment Committee Disclosures

    How to Play New Highs 8/13/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 44:26


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the record run for stocks and whether this is truly one of the best investing environments we've seen.  Plus, Jim Cramer joins us on set to discuss whether Apple shares are in the middle of a turnaround. And later, the desk shares their latest portfolio moves.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    Stocks, Inflation and the Fed 8/12/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2025 44:25


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee what the Fed's next move is and what it will mean for stocks, the market and your money. Plus, the desk share their latest portfolio moves. And later, we discuss the latest Calls of the Day. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Bulls vs. Bears in a Choppy Market 8/11/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 44:03


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the current state of stocks and whether they are overvalued at these levels. Plus, the desk debate the latest Calls of the Day. And later, the Committee share their latest portfolio moves.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    Shaky or Stabilizing? 8/8/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 43:32


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether stocks are shaky or stabilizing with the S&P tracking for its best week since early June. Plus, the desk share their latest portfolio moves. And later, we discuss the latest Calls of the Day.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    Inflation, Tariffs, and Dip-Buying 8/7/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 44:13


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether it's safe to buy the dip as the S&P tries for its best week in a month. Plus, President Trump is set to sign an executive order that will allow private assets into 401(k)s, the desk discuss what it could mean for your retirement portfolio. And later, Josh Brown adds another name to his “Best Stocks in the Market.”Investment Committee Disclosures

    Can the Rally Regain Momentum? 8/6/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 44:20


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether the record-setting rally can regain momentum as stocks stall. Plus, we hit the latest Calls of the Day on multiple names.  And later, the desk shares their latest portfolio moves.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    How to Trade Choppy Stocks 8/5/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2025 44:18


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of stocks with the economy once again in question and markets entering a historically rocky period. Plus, Palantir hitting a record high after earnings, it's our Chart of the Day. And later, Josh Brown adding Dominion Energy to his “Best Stocks in the Market.”Investment Committee Disclosures

    The State of the Rally and the JOET Rebalance 8/4/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 44:18


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the future of the rally following one of the worst weeks for stocks since May.  Plus, Joe Terranova shares the details of his latest JOET ETF rebalance. The Committee weigh in on his moves.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    The Market Pullback 8/1/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 44:11


    Mike Santoli and the Investment Committee debate the market pullback as new trade tensions and a weak jobs report push stocks lower. Plus, the desk share their latest portfolio moves. And later, we take a look at the Committee's winners and losers for July.Investment Committee Disclosures

    Tech Earnings Drive the Rally 7/31/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 43:54


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee discuss the record rally as tech earnings drive stocks to fresh all-time highs. Plus, Leslie Picker brings us the latest from her interview with JPMorgan Chase Chairman & CEO Jamie Dimon. And later, the Investment Committee share their latest portfolio moves.Investment Committee Disclosures

    The Future of the Rally 7/30/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 43:00


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the future of the rally as the Fed decision and mega cap earnings all on deck today.  Plus, Jim Lebenthal making a controversial trade selling Visa, the desk discuss whether it's a good move. And later, we break down a Call of the Day on Crypto names. Investment Committee Disclosures

    The Bull Run for Stocks 7/29/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2025 48:39


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the bull run for stocks and whether the market is heading for a shakeout. Plus, some committee stocks are on the move to the downside, the desk share their strategy. And later, Josh Brown is adding a group of names to his “Best Stocks in the Market.” Investment Committee Disclosures

    Trading this Pivotal Week 7/28/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 43:57


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee strategize ahead of this pivotal week as mega cap earnings, the Fed decision and job report loom large. Plus, we debate the latest calls of the day. And later, the Committee share their latest portfolio moves.  Investment Committee Disclosures

    Gearing Up for a Huge Week 7/25/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 44:11


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee prepare for the huge week ahead as the Fed Decision, more mega cap earnings and the tariff deadline loom over the market. Plus, the desk share their most recent portfolio moves. And later, we get to the latest Calls of the Day. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Stocks Extend Record Highs 7/24/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 42:37


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate what the AI arms race means for the rally as Alphabet increases its spending plans. Plus, the desk share their latest portfolio moves. And later, Josh Brown spotlights another name on his “Best Stocks in the Market.”

    A Critical Stretch for your Money 7/23/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 42:48


    Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the critical stretch for your money as mega cap earnings begin later today. Plus, we take a look at the latest Calls of the Day. And later, the desk discuss the earnings setup for the rest of the week.

    Gearing up for Tech Earnings 7/22/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2025 43:12


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate whether the rally is running on fumes as the market gears up for tech earnings. Plus, Stephanie Link details her latest portfolio move in the banking sector. And later, Josh Brown gives an update on his “Best Stocks in the Market.” 

    Riding the Record Rally 7/21/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 43:04


    Courtney Reagan and the Investment Committee debate whether investors should continue riding the record rally or take profits.  Plus, the desk discuss the latest Calls of the Day. And later, the Committee share their latest portfolio moves. 

    The Future of the Rally 7/18/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 44:08


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the future of the rally as next week brings key economic data and quarterly earnings from nearly 20% of the S&P.  Plus Kevin Simpson making some major portfolio moves, he shares them all with the Committee. And later, we hit the latest Calls of the Day on Eli Lilly and Materion. Investment Committee Disclosures

    Positioning Plays at All-Time Highs 7/17/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 44:11


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate whether its time to trim exposure in some of the high-flying stocks like Nvidia.  Plus, the desk share their latest portfolio moves. And later, Josh Brown highlights another name in his “Best Stocks in the Market.” Investment Committee Disclosures

    The Fed, the Banks and the Market 7/16/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 39:47


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the new White House Drama coming out of Washinton and what it means for the market. Plus, the desk discuss the latest Calls of the Day. And later, we get to the Earnings Setup on United Airlines, reporting after the bell today. 

    The Record Run 7/15/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 42:47


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the record run, as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 hit fresh all-time highs. The experts discuss how to trade the big banks as they kick off earnings. Josh Brown is back with his “Best Stocks in the Market.” Calls of the Day include 3M, Otis Worldwide, and American Express. The panel reacts to Uber's new partnership with Baidu.Investment Committee Disclosures

    The State of Stocks 7/14/25

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2025 44:18


    Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the state of stocks as investors brush off a new round of tariff threats. Calls of the Day include KKR, Taiwan Semiconductor, Wynn Resorts, Church & Dwight, and Exxon Mobil. CNBC's Dominic Chu details today's ETF Edge. The experts discuss the earnings setup for Netflix, United Airlines, and Marsh & McLennan.Investment Committee Disclosures

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