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This hour: Fed Governor Lisa Cook's case heads to court.  A hearing to temporarily block President Trump from removing her from office kicking off at the top of the hour – Carl Quintanilla, David Faber, and Contessa Brewer got the latest from outside the courtroom, along with analysis on what could come next with a former general counsel for the Fed – now Georgetown law professor. Also top of 10: disappointing consumer sentiment data… The team broke down the numbers with Northern Trust Asset Management's top strategist - and Moody's Mark Zandi. Plus: the view from the C-suite… Affirm CEO Max Levchin joined the broadcast to break down the numbers and how the consumer is holding up – along with the Chairman and CEO of Celsius, later on… Talking Pepsi's decision to raise their stake in the name and what it means for strategy.   

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Robert Frank led off the show with a preview of Friday's federal court hearing in the case of Fed governor Lisa Cook, who is suing to block President Trump's efforts to fire her. Former White House attorney Ty Cobb weighed in on the situation. The anchors explored market reaction to the Fed's preferred inflation gauge: July PCE in line amid expectations for a Fed rate cut in September. Also in focus: S&P above 6500, Bulls rule in August, Alibaba vs. Nvidia, Dell slides, Affirm soars, Robert's look at the biggest  insider sellers and a preview of his "Inside Alts" newsletter set to launch September 2. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber engaged in a wide-ranging conversation about Nvidia and what's next for the stock and the AI trade. The world's most valuable company posted a Q2 earnings beat, but the stock fell in reaction to lighter-than-expected data center revenue growth -- and a Q3 outlook that did not include H20 chip shipments to China. The anchors also discussed the lawsuit Fed governor Lisa Cook filed against the Trump Administration, contesting the president's move to fire her. Also in focus: The retail earnings parade led by Dollar General and Best Buy, Snowflake soars, upheaval at the CDC. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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Carl Quintanilla, Mike Santoli and David Faber interviewed Sen. Elizabeth Warren at the top of the show, discussing President Trump's firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook, as well as her thoughts on the government's 10% stake in Intel. The anchors also discussed the potential overblown fears of the slowdown for software after shares of MongoDB shares surged more than 30% on their earnings print. Also in the mix: CNBC's Diana Olick discussed her new piece on how mortgage fraud might be less widespread than people think.

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber led off the show with what to expect from Nvidia when the world's most valuable company releases its quarterly results after Wednesday's close of trading. According to CNBC sources, Fed governor Lisa Cook could file a lawsuit to overturn her firing by President Trump as soon as today in federal court. Also in focus: MongoDB and Kohl's among the stocks soaring on earnings news, shares of EchoStar double after its $23 billion spectrum deal with AT&T this week, President Trump hits India with 50% tariffs, NFL star Travis Kelce launches his new American Eagle Outfitters clothing line after his engagement to Taylor Swift.  Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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President Trump saying he's firing Fed Governor Lisa Cook; Lisa Cook firing back that he doesn't have the authority – and she's not stepping down. Carl Quintanilla, David Faber, and Michael Santoli broke down the latest developments in the story, before talking potential fallout with Jefferies Strategist and Fed Chair contender David Zervos. Plus: the outlook for stocks amid the volatility – and better-than-expected consumer confidence data… Nuveen's Chief Investment Officer joined the team with her take on the action.  Also in focus: a number of market movers in early trading… Interactive Brokers shares gaining on news it's joining the S&P 500: Chairman & Founder Thomas Peterffy discussed where he sees growth ahead in the business – and broader markets. Eli Lilly also in the green on new obesity pill data: hear more on how to play shares with an analyst forecasting big gains ahead. Plus: a deep-dive on how AI is impacting a big part of the finance industry – excel spreadsheets. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber engaged in a wide-ranging discussion about the White House taking its attacks on the Fed to an unprecedented level. President Trump said he fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook amid mortgage fraud allegations, but Cook responded by saying Trump has no authority to remove her and that she is not resigning. What might it all mean for Fed independence and the markets? Also in focus: What Commerce Secretary Lutnick told CNBC about the U.S. government potentially taking stakes in defense contractors, EchoStar soars on its $23 billion spectrum deal with AT&T, Eli Lilly obesity pill trial results, Nvidia earnings one day away.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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Stocks taking a leg lower after Friday's big rally: Carl Quintanilla, Michael Santoli, and David Faber broke down fresh housing data top of the hour – and whether Powell's given an “all clear” for stocks to rally with veteran investor Dan Niles, before getting former Federal Reserve governor Randy Kroszner's take. Plus: a make-or-break report ahead out of Nvidia… How to play it with an analyst who's got one of the highest price targets on the street, along with the implications for Intel shares of this new Trump Administration stake in the name. Also in focus: new tariff concerns hitting shares of furniture makers – the latest out of Washington and what it could mean for consumer prices… Cryptocurrencies under pressure – what's driving declines… And a deep-dive on Keurig Dr Pepper's new $18 billion deal for the owner of Peet's coffee.

After Friday's big rally fueled by Fed Chair Powell's Jackson Hole speech, Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber explored what's ahead for stocks -- including Nvidia's earnings due out Wednesday. Sticking with chips: the anchors reacted to President Trump's social media post stating the U.S. government taking a 10% stake in Intel is "making the USA RICHER, AND RICHER." National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett spoke on CNBC about the potential for similar investments in other companies. Also in focus: Keurig Dr Pepper agrees to buy Peet's Coffee parent JDE Peet's in an $18 billion deal, a historic box office win for Netflix, "Faber Report" on CSX, railroad M&A and where Warren Buffett fits into the picture. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Today: the event Wall Street has been waiting for all week… A highly anticipated speech from Fed Chair Jerome Powell in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Hear it in full this hour – along with the key takeaways for investors with an all-star cast of: Former PIMCO Chief Economist Paul McCulley, Partners Group Chief Investment Strategist Anastasia Amoroso, and Fundstrat's Tom Lee – alongside CNBC's own Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, Michael Santoli and Steve Liesman. 

On a day Wall Street and the global markets had been waiting for, Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen and Mike Santoli covered all of the bases and set the stage for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's Friday keynote speech at the Fed symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The anchors discussed market expectations, tariffs, inflation and President Trump putting pressure on the Fed to cut interest rates in September. Apollo Global Management Chief Economist Torsten Slok joined the program at Post 9 to offer his perspective on Powell and the future for rates. Also in focus: What Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said in Taiwan about his company's AI chips and China amid a rough week for the stock,  market rotation out of big tech, earnings movers. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

This hour: Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber broke down data just crossing on the housing front, alongside exclusive comments to Sara from Walmart's CFO on prices, demand, and how the consumer's holding up. Plus: a make-or-break speech from Fed Chair Powell tomorrow in Jackson Hole, Wyoming… What investors should know, this hour.  Also in focus: a wide-ranging deep-dive you don't want to miss from Disney CEO Bob Iger and ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro… Spanning the rising cost of sports rights, Disney's cable business, AI, and Disney's new ESPN streaming app – which launches today.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Sara Eisen kicked off the show with Walmart shares lower on Q2 earnings that overshadowed raised guidance. Find out what Walmart's CFO told Sara about tariffs and the consumer. The U.S. and EU unveil new details about their trade framework and where tariffs come into play. Also in focus: Disney debuts its new ESPN direct-to-consumer streaming service, Fed Governor Lisa Cook fires back at President Trump's call for her to resign, Palantir losing streak watch, Nvidia and China, the state of UnitedHealth's turnaround plan 100 days into Stephen Hemsley's second stint as the company's CEO. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber discussed Target's latest results and the company's big C-Suite shuffle. Target announced that company veteran Michael Fiddelke will become its next CEO starting next February, as shares of the retailer dropped in early trading. The desk also hit Palantir's big pullback, down more than 20% from its recent highs. Also in the mix: CNBC's Steve Liesman joined the program live from Jackson Hole, Wyoming with a new survey looking at the race to replace Fed Chair Powell.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

With the tech sector extending Tuesday's sell-off, Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli discussed semiconductor stocks under pressure -- on a report which says the Trump Administration is looking into the federal government taking equity stakes in chipmakers that receive CHIPS Act funding. Palantir hit bear market territory during Wednesday's session: This year's best performing S&P 500 stock down 20% from last week's record high and on track for a six-day losing streak. Target shares also slumping after the retailer posted quarterly results and named COO Michael Fiddelke to replace Brian Cornell as CEO in February 2026. Find out what both executives told Sara Eisen about Target's future.  Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber broke down the latest consumer reads out of earnings – as Home Depot kicks off a make-or-break week of retail results. Executives calling out strong momentum… But former Chief Investment Strategist for Bridgewater Rebecca Patterson says demand risks remain, breaking down her playbook for volatility. Plus: one of the street's top retail analysts gave his key stocks to buy – and avoid – in the space… and the CEO of Palo Alto Networks joined the team to discuss new numbers from his company.   Also in focus: Intel gaining as Softbank invests $2 billion and reports grow around a possible government stake – what Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick told the team about that news, and possible rails M&A.  

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli led off the show with developments regarding Intel: Softbank investing $2 billion in the company, as the Trump Administration reportedly weighs taking a 10% stake in the chipmaker. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick joined the program and discussed a potential government investment in Intel. Also in focus: Home Depot's quarterly miss, Palo Alto Networks sharesjump on earnings, Nexstar to buy rival TV stations operator Tegna, the "SPAC king," Medtronic and activism, why one particular stock is plummeting 40%. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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With the Dow heading into Monday's session in record territory, Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli explored a big week on tap for the markets -- including Fed Chair Powell's upcoming speech at the Fed symposium in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, as well as retail earnings from Home Depot, Walmart and Target. Novo Nordisk shares get a lift from a double dose of news regarding their blockbuster drugs Wegovy and Ozempic. Also in focus: Ukraine's president and European leaders set to meet with President Trump at the White House, Nvidia rises on analyst calls, why the "force" is with one stock up more than 25% to start the week, Tesla teases a new car in China, a fascinating look at humanoid robots as China showcases advancements in robotics. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

The Dow hitting a new all-time high alongside the S&P as United Health gives things a boost:  Carl Quintanilla, Leslie Picker, and Michael Santoli broke down latest along with fresh data top of the hour (Consumer Sentiment – coming in at its lowest level since May) before getting into the market outlook with the head of investment strategy for Edward Jones. Plus: hear Janus Henderson's top picks amid the volatility – with one portfolio manager laying out why he likes Amazon and Microsoft at these levels. The team also dove deep into Berkshire's biggest moves this quarter – including the United Health buy sending shares up double digits – along with some key sales from Coreweave's early investors, as the post-IPO lock-up on shares finally expires today.   Also in focus: DC headlines galore – hear what to do with Intel shares as they gain on a report that the government is looking at taking a stake in the name this hour – along with the key details so far from “high stakes” summit between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska today.   

Carl Quintanilla, Scott Wapner and Mike Santoli discussed UnitedHealth Group leading the Dow to a new all-time high -- after Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway disclosed a $1.6 billion stake in the health insurer, whose stock remains the Dow's worst performer this year. The anchors also reacted to reports the Trump Administration is in talks with Intel to have the U.S. government acquire a stake in the chipmaker. Also in focus: Applied Materials tumbles on weak guidance, July retail sales rise, what Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee told CNBC about tariffs and rate cuts, software stocks slump, Target downgraded, Trump-Putin summit. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Producer inflation data coming in far higher than expected:  Sara Eisen and Carl Quintanilla broke down the numbers alongside key commentary out of consumer earnings when it comes to tariffs, before discussing the market impact with Charles Schwab's Chief Investment Strategist Liz Ann Sonders. Plus: hear the Fed's first reaction to the inflation print – in CNBC's exclusive interview with St. Louis Fed President Alberto Musalem spanning the data, the economy, and the possibility of a rate cut in September. Also in focus: huge movers across earnings and new entrants… The CEO of options and equities exchange “Miami International” joined the team ahead of their first trade on the New York Stock Exchange, while Sara brought exclusive commentary from a call with the CEO of Tapestry – as those shares fall to the bottom of the S&P despite a top and bottom line beat.   

With tariffs and rate cut hopes on the front burner, Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer discussed hotter-than-expected wholesale inflation data weighing on stocks. The July Producer Price Index up 0.9%, well above economists expectations. Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins joined the program to explain how AI fueled the company's earnings beat. Also in focus: Deere shares under pressure on trimmed guidance, Coach parent Tapestry tumbles, crypto exchange Bullish builds on its strong debut one day after going public, bitcoin pulls back from its all-time high, Apple's AI push.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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Stocks hitting more record highs: Sara Eisen, David Faber, and Carl Quintanilla discussed the latest on the markets front with Goldman's Chief U.S. Economist… Along with his response to the President's recent post railing against the company and his team's report on tariff costs. Plus: some surprising new names being floated as potential replacements for Fed Chair Powell – hear who they are this hour - along with a deep-dive on the legal landscape for big tech with a former commissioner at the FTC (as AI start-up Perplexity makes a big for Google's Chrome Browser, and Elon Musk threatens to sue Apple over antitrust concerns).  Also in focus: a series of key names on the move… The team discussed Cava and Coreweave's double-digit declines, Paramount-Skydance shares surging on little news, and what to expect from a new entrant at the New York Stock Exchange – Crypto exchange ‘Bullish', set to trade under the ticker BLSH. Plus, hear from the CEO of quantum computing darling ‘Rigetti Computing' – whose shares are up nearly *1,700%* over the last year. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed riding the record rally in stocks, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting new all-time highs. The anchors also reacted to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's suggestion that the Fed should cut interest rates by a half-point in September. CoreWeave's high-flying post-IPO rally takes a detour despite guidance and quarterly revenue above street estimates. Bullish CEO Tom Farley joined the program after ringing the NYSE opening bell. Farley -- former president of the NYSE -- discussed Bullish going public and how the crypto exchange is capitalizing on stablecoins. Also in focus: Elon Musk-Sam Altman battle intensifies, Cava plummets. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Stocks gaining after this morning's inflation report: Sara Eisen, Carl Quintanilla, and David Faber broke down the numbers along with Council of Economic Advisers Chairman (and President Trump's Pick to Replace Fed Governor Adriana Kugler) Stephen Miran. JPMorgan Asset Management's Chief Strategist saying higher inflation might not be a bad thing for equity investors – find out why this hour. Plus: hear the latest Fed speak – including Fed President Jeffrey Schmid's new hawkish comments… and more on how the consumer's holding up with the CEO of AMC Entertainment, fresh off earnings from the name.Also in focus: the return of M&A and IPOs… Morgan Stanley's Global Co-Head of Investment Banking joined the team for a wide-ranging interview spanning recent entrants, the deal pipeline, and whether a rebound in activity is to be believed.

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber led off the show with market reaction to July CPI inflation data -- as well as what the results could mean for the Fed. Chips back in the spotlight: Beijing reportedly demanding that Chinese tech companies justify buying Nvidia's H20 chips instead of domestic alternatives. The anchors reacted to Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan's White House Meeting with President Trump. Elon Musk threatens Apple with legal action over alleged antitrust violations involving the App Store. Also in focus: Stablecoin issuer Circle Internet extends its post-IPO rally to a gain of 490% after posting its first quarterly report as a public company, Trump threatens Fed Chair Powell with a "major lawsuit."  Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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A mixed morning for stocks as tariff receipts – and headlines – roll in: Sara Eisen, David Faber, and Carl Quintanilla broke down the latest out of Washington, including news that Nvidia and AMD will pay the U.S. government 15% of their China chip sale revenues… plus: investors expecting more clarity today when it comes to tariffs on gold – with the CEO of one of the world's biggest miners, Barrick Gold – joining the team to discuss. Later on: why Citi's top U.S. Strategist says the bull case remains strong here – and the path to his new 6600 price target on the S&P.   Also in focus: Paramount Skydance inking a huge media deal – acquiring exclusive rights for UFC for $7.7B… Hear a wide-ranging deep-dive with the heads of UFC Parent company TKO Group, spanning the deal, live sports, and the health of the media ecosystem. 

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed two big stories in the chip sector: Published reports say Nvidia and AMD agreed to pay the U.S. government 15% of their revenue from sales of AI chips in China. Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan reportedly set to visit to White House on Monday, after President Trump called for his resignation last week. Also in focus: Nasdaq in record territory after Apple's best week since 2020, Wall Street braces for this week's inflation data, Paramount strikes a $7.7 billion deal with TKO for exclusive UFC rights, Why one AI stock plummeted 30%. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber, and Leslie Picker kicked off the hour with details on the President's new pick for the Federal Reserve: Stephen Miran – along with a check on how the broader markets are faring. Former Bridgewater Chief Investment Strategist Rebecca Patterson joined the team at Post 9 with her take, and more on the tariff headlines pushing gold prices to record highs. Plus: a deep-dive on key earnings movers, from Block's Bitcoin buys to Trade Desk's tariff warning… and a read on the health of New York City's economy and pensions – with Comptroller and former Mayoral Candidate Brad Lander, who's got new numbers when it comes to returns for retirees. 

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli led off the show with the broader market's upward momentum, including Apple's weekly gain of 9% heading into Friday's trading session. In a letter to Intel employees, CEO Lip-Bu Tan responded to President Trump's call for him to resign. The anchors reacted to Trump nominating Council of Economic Advisers Chairman Stephen Miran to fill a vacant seat at the Federal reserve. Alson in focus: What OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told CNBC about the GPT-5 launch and the possibility of taking the company public, the software sector slump, the stocks that are plummeting on earnings news, one year into Kelly Ortberg's tenure as Boeing CEO -- the turnaround plan and the stock surge. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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Carl Quintanilla, David Faber, and Leslie Picker began the hour by breaking down the President's new claim that he would impose a 100% tariff on imports of semiconductors and chips, but not for companies that are “building in the United States.” Separately, he also called out Intel and said the CEO should resign immediately after saying Lip-Bu Tan is “highly conflicted” following reports to his potential ties to Chinese companies. CNBC's Angelica Peebles also joined the program to discuss Eli Lilly shares plunging following some disappointing weight loss data. Also in the mix; ConocoPhillips CEO exclusively broke down his company's latest results.  Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed developments involving the White House and the tech sector: President Trump announced 100% percent tariffs on semiconductor imports, with exemptions for chipmakers who invest in the United States. Taiwan Semiconductor among the chip companies rallying on that news. Apple shares extended their gains one day after the president and Tim Cook met at the White House to announce Apple expanding its commitment to investing in the U.S. In a Truth Social post, Trump called on Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan to resign. Eli Lilly shares tumbled as weight-loss pill trial results overshadowed an earnings beat and raised guidance. Also in focus: DoorDash among the earnings winners, Paramount and Skydance complete their merger.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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