Stocks rallied for a third-straight session after December inflation numbers showed a cooldown from the previous month. Holly Newman Kroft from Neuberger Berman discusses the CPI print and her take on the Fed’s strategy and market impact. Disney shares rallied after billionaire Nelson Peltz launched a fight to gain a board seat at the company. Analyst Peter Supino explains why he thinks Peltz’s ideas for Disney are “reasonable and collaborative.” Meantime Sara sits down for a rare interview with Nike CEO John Donahoe, where he gives his read on inflation and the strength of the consumer in America and China. Donahoe also discusses the decision to part ways with NBA star Kyrie Irving late last year. Plus the latest on chips, the banks, and crypto’s comeback.

The critical CPI report hits tomorrow morning – so how might stocks react? Ritholtz Wealth Management Josh Brown gives his prediction. Plus, shares of Disney on the move in Overtime on the news that Nike Executive Chairman Mark Parker will be named Chairman of Disney and Nelson Peltz is seeking a seat on Disney’s board. Market expert Mike Santoli gives his instant reaction to Disney and what he’s expecting from CPI.

Stocks rallying ahead of Thursday's key inflation data. Investors betting inflation will continue to show signs of slowing. The Shelter Index was the largest contributor to inflation in November, but Zelman & Associates Director of Research Dennis McGill says he thinks rent prices are finally peaking. Kroger Chairman & CEO Rodney McMullen says food prices are holding steady, but believes there will be some moderation later this year. He also discusses how high prices are impacting consumer spending behaviors. JPMorgan Asset Management's Phil Camporeale says he is skeptical about the recent market rally and explains why he thinks bonds look more attractive than stocks. Beauty store retailer Ulta hitting another all-time high. D.A. Davidson's Michael Baker says this stock can keep rallying and be a strong foundation for your portfolio.

Can stocks keep this momentum going and build on the January gains as CPI looms later in the week? Joe Terranova of Virtus Investment Partners gives his take. Plus, three top stocks to play the China re-opening. And, Doubleline’s Jeffrey Gundlach holding his first webcast of the year. Market expert Mike Santoli gives his instant reaction to the biggest headlines.

Stocks gained steam in the final hour of trading, with the Nasdaq seeing the biggest gains. Former PIMCO Chief Economist Paul McCulley discusses the latest signals from Fed officials, including Chair Powell, and his outlook for inflation ahead of Thursday’s CPI report. Coinbase was a major winner after announcing a new round of layoffs. Richard Repetto from Piper Sandler makes the case for more upside in the crypto exchange. Meantime the World Bank released a fresh outlook for global growth, showing a sharp reduction from its last forecast. World Bank President David Malpass joins to break down that report. Plus the latest on airlines, Microsoft, and a potential healthcare deal for CVS.

The head of the Atlanta Fed suggested this afternoon that the fed is willing to go too far, if that’s what it takes to bring inflation down. NewEdge’s Cameron Dawson gives her take on what’s at stake. Plus, Fundstrat’s Tom Lee sees a 20% upside for stocks this year. He makes his case. And, market expert Mike Santoli’s first Last Word of the week.

Stocks closing well off session highs after Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic said the Fed is willing to overshoot. Citi Private Bank Global Head Ida Liu says investors need to buckle up for more volatility, but reveals where she does see buying opportunities right now. Shares of Lululemon plunging after issuing a gross margins warning & Macy's selling off on a sales warning. Former Macy's CEO Terry Lundgren discusses whether retailers are starting to see cracks in consumer spending. Moderna CEO Stephane Bancel discusses his new Covid vaccine pricing strategy for when its government contract ends. And Tilray CEO Irwin Simon discusses the cannabis company's big revenue miss and whether there is any hope for a marijuana legalization bill in Congress now that the House is controlled by the GOP.

Stocks surging today on the back of a strong jobs report. So, did a soft landing just become more likely? Virtus Investment’s Joe Terranova gives his take on the matter. Plus, the big case for small caps from Bank of America’s Jill Carey Hall. And, Former Dallas Fed President Richard Fisher gives his forecast for the fed.

Stocks staging a big rally after the December jobs report showed wage growth is slowing, giving investors optimism that inflation may be cooling. Apollo Global Management Chief Economist Torsten Slock says this is a clear indication of a soft economic landing and should force the Federal Reserve to pause its interest rate hikes. Legendary Value Investor Bill Miller reveals his top stock picks for the new year and why he is still bullish on Bitcoin despite the collapse in cryptocurrencies following FTX's failure. Plus, the big stock he just took a larger short position in. And the CEO of Clear, which provides security screening at airports and stadiums, discusses the outlook for travel demand.

After an ugly day for stocks, legendary investor Leon Cooperman exclusively breaks down his forecast for stocks in 2023. Plus, Cooperman reveals his top stock picks for the year. And, Mike Santoli’s last word as we head into the final trading day of the week.

Stocks pulling back after the latest weekly jobless claims report came in stronger than expected, raising new concerns the Federal Reserve will continue to raise interest rates. Evercore ISI's Julian Emanuel lays out the case for why the S&P 500 could end 2023 higher despite recession and interest rate fears. Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian discuss the outlook for leisure and business travel demand and why the carrier is now offering free in-flight WiFi. Strategas' Chris Verrone explains why he thinks investors should sell Apple and Microsoft shares during any rallies. And Bernstein's Stacy Rasgon says chip stocks are at or nearing a bottom. He reveals his top semiconductor picks.

The Fed minutes quickly took some of the air out of stocks. So, what does it all mean to your money in the months ahead? Josh Brown of Ritholtz Wealth Management gives his take. Plus, star analyst Dan Ives has cut his price target on Apple. He explains why. And, top technician Mark Newton breaks down what the charts are saying about Tesla.

The major averages were heading for solid gains throughout the session, but a hawkish tone in the Fed minutes put a pause on the rally. Anastasia Amoroso from iCapital weighs in on the Fed’s messaging and the impact on her outlook. Cowen CEO Jeff Solomon discusses his outlook for IPOs in 2023 and what needs to happen to jumpstart new listings. Mark Zandi from Moody’s breaks down the slew of job cuts in the tech sector, including news today of layoffs at Salesforce. Plus what Kevin McCarthy’s contentious House Speaker bid means for the market, and the latest on Microsoft, Amazon, and Chinese tech.

Are investors in for any relief in 2023? Trivariate’s Adam Parker, Sofi’s Liz Young and CIC Wealth’s Malcolm Etheridge give their expert takes. Plus Cheryl Young of Rockefeller Global Family Office gives her 2023 big tech playbook. And, Mike Santoli’s first last word of the year.

Stocks making a big comeback during the first trading day of 2023. Jefferies' David Zervos says he expects another choppy year, but does not think we will see another 20% broad market sell off. Former Fed Vice Chair Roger Ferguson on why the Fed could pause its interest rate hike strategy by mid-year and whether rate cuts could be in the cards. Telsa shares plunging after falling short of 2022 delivery targets. Roth Capital's Craig Irwin explains why more pain could be ahead for the EV maker. And Baird's David Koning discusses why he upgraded shares of Block and why it could be a huge winner this year.

The 2022 trading year is officially in the books. After one of the worst performances on record for stocks, where do we go from here? Professor Jeremy Siegel of the Wharton School gives his expert market opinion. Plus, NewEdge’s Cameron Dawson is calling 2022 “the year the bubble died.” She explains and gives her forecast for next year. And, Mike Santoli’s Last Word of the year! He tells us why stocks’ disappointing performance could actually be a good thing for investors.

From the open to the close, "Closing Bell" has you covered. From what’s driving market moves to how investors are reacting, Closing Bell guides listeners through each trading session and brings to you some of the biggest names in business.

Despite today’s bounce, it is still the worst year for Apple since 2008. So, is now the time for long term investors to buy? Virtus Investment Partners’ Joe Terranova gives his expert take. Plus, star venture capitalist Rick Heitzmann gives his outlook for the tech sector and Silicon Valley. And, Mike Santoli gives his Last Word ahead of the final trading day of the year.

Stocks rallied in the penultimate session of the year, with the Nasdaq leading the gains, closing higher by more than 2.5%. Market experts Tom McClellan and Kathryn Rooney Vera weigh in on the rally and their outlook for stocks in the new year. Tesla rebounded from its recent softness, helping lead the Nasdaq charge. CNBC.com’s Lora Kolodny reports on a new memo from Elon Musk, telling employees to ignore the “stock market craziness.” Analyst Sharon Zackfia from William Blair discusses her top consumer discretionary pick for 2023. Plus the latest on Netflix, chips, and reports of coming layoffs at Goldman Sachs.

A fast-paced look at the after-hours moves and late-breaking news live from the New York Stock Exchange. Closing Bell Overtime drills down into stocks and sectors, interviews some of the world’s most influential investors and gets you ready for the next day’s action.

No signs of a Santa Claus rally as stocks sell off into the close. Investors were spooked after the U.S. announced it will require travelers from China to show a negative covid test starting January 5th. Rosenberg Research President David Rosenberg discusses this year end sell off and why he is bullish on defense stocks. And Venture Capitalist Alexis Ohanian reveals his outlook for startups, crypto and tech regulation in the new year. Plus, he weighs in on Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter and whether he'd be interested in becoming the next CEO of the social media company.

Tesla is on pace for its worst year-ever. So, what continues to drive the selling and when could it stop? Our all-star panel of Wedbush’s Dan Ives, EMJ’s Eric Jackson and Puck News’ William Cohan give their expert takes. Plus, Dan Greenhaus of Solus Asset Management gives his forecast for 2023. And, Shannon Saccocia of SVB Private breaks down big tech’s bad year and what might lie ahead for the sector in the New Year.

Stocks closed mostly lower as the final week of the year gets underway. Tesla was a major underperformer once again, as the stock tracks for its worst year ever. Analyst George Gianarikas joins to explain why he’s maintaining his buy rating on the stock. Southwest Airlines also saw sharp declines following operational headaches in the wake of the deadly winter storm. Journalists Alison Sider and Kyle Arnold weigh in on new calls from senators for Southwest to compensate passengers. Former Macy’s CEO Terry Lundgren discusses new data from Mastercard showing holiday sales grew 7.6% in the U.S. Plus the latest on chip stocks, Peloton, and Biotech bets for the new year.

A fast-paced look at the after-hours moves and late-breaking news live from the New York Stock Exchange. Closing Bell Overtime drills down into stocks and sectors, interviews some of the world’s most influential investors and gets you ready for the next day’s action.

Stocks closed mostly higher after a volatile session on Wall Street ahead of the long holiday weekend. Investing legend Howard Marks joins for an extended interview on his market outlook, including why he thinks we may be in the midst of the third “sea change” in the market during his career. Venture capitalist and regulatory expert Bradley Tusk weighs in on Microsoft’s response to the FTC’s antitrust suit against its deal to buy Activision. Plus the latest on Tesla, the holiday travel nightmare, and the government spending bill.

A fast-paced look at the after-hours moves and late-breaking news live from the New York Stock Exchange. Closing Bell Overtime drills down into stocks and sectors, interviews some of the world’s most influential investors and gets you ready for the next day’s action.

Stocks closed lower but well off the worst levels of the session, as bearish comments from investor David Tepper and mixed data hit investor sentiment. National Economic Council Director Brian Deese breaks down GDP data and his outlook for inflation and energy prices. Tesla was the worst performer in the S&P 500 on news of price cuts for some U.S. models. Former Ford CEO Mark Fields discusses the pullback, and former Nasdaq CEO Bob Greifeld weighs in on the broader pullback for the tech sector. Plus the latest on chip stocks, Sam Bankman-Fried, and the pain for cloud stocks.

Stocks climbed for a second day today, only the second time the S&P 500 and Nasdaq have seen back-to-back gains this month. Ritholtz Wealth Management’s Josh Brown, SoFi’s Liz Young and Key Financial’s Patti Brennan unpack whether a year-end rally is back in play. Plus, instant reaction to Micron falling after announcing a 10% headcount reduction for 2023 in its earnings report. And, JPMorgan’s Chair of Global Research Joyce Chang reveals where she sees the most opportunity abroad.

Do today’s gains offer any hope for a year-end rally? Virtus’ Joe Terranova gives his expert take. Plus, instant reaction to Nike results from top analyst Simeon Siegel. And, Charter Equity Research’s Ed Snyder breaks down the key themes investors need to be watching ahead of Micron’s report tomorrow after the bell.

Stocks rising and snapping a 4-day losing streak. Bond yields surging after an unexpected policy shift by the Bank of Japan. Former Fed Governor Randy Kroszner discusses the impact that move could have on the global markets. Barclays Jason Goldberg on what Wells Fargo's record $3.7B settlement with the CFPB over customer abuses related to bank accounts, mortgages and auto loans means for the stock. And CFRA's Arun Sundaram discusses why weak pet food sales are dragging down General Mills' stock despite stronger than expected earnings.

All three major averages erased early gains to finish in the red, but closed well off their session lows. Chris Hyzy of Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank breaks down pockets of upside opportunity for emerging investors. Plus, top technician Jeff DeGraaf is seeing some trouble for Apple in the charts. He explains what investors need to watch. And, former Tesla board member weighs in on Elon Musk and the future of the company.

Stocks fell in Monday trading following two straight down weeks for the major averages. Dan Suzuki from Richard Bernstein Advisors weighs in on the market move and the most important catalyst for stocks in 2023. Tech was hit hard, with Meta among the underperformers as regulatory headwinds rise on both sides of the Atlantic. Brent Thill from Jefferies joins to discuss the impact of EU and FTC fights on the stock. Ruchir Sharma from Rockefeller International breaks down his warning for private markets. Plus the latest on Moderna, Tesla, and Disney’s post-Avatar pullback.d

A fast-paced look at the after-hours moves and late-breaking news live from the New York Stock Exchange. Closing Bell Overtime drills down into stocks and sectors, interviews some of the world’s most influential investors and gets you ready for the next day’s action.

Stocks selling off again as the major averages fall for a second straight week on rising recession fears. Fmr. Federal Reserve Vice Chair Richard Clarida says the Federal Reserve will ultimately bring down inflation with its rate hikes, but doesn't think that will result in a severe recession. Wolfe Research's Chris Senyek explains why he thinks stocks will fall 20% from here. MKM Partners Rohit Kulkarni and Loup Ventures Managing Partner Gene Munster discuss whether they see buying opportunities in beaten down tech stocks. And Canyon Partners Co-Founder Josh Friedman says the recent sell off is creating buying opportunities in the distressed debt market.

How bad could it get for your money at a time when many investors were planning for a year-end rally? Cantor Fitzgerald’s Eric Johnston gives his forecast. Plus, BTIG’s Jonathan Krinsky charts today’s sell-off. And, EMJ’s Eric Jackson breaks down the tech trade after the Nasdaq fell 3%.

Stocks selling off on increasing fears the Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes are sending the economy into a recession. Renaissance Macro Research's Neil Dutta explains why he is actually bullish on the economy and what that means for the market. Bespoke's Paul Hickey says historically the market tends to rally during the second half of December. Mad Money's Jim Cramer says he is buying during this market sell off and reveals the stock he just added to his investing club portfolio. Wedbush's Dan Ives discusses Tesla shares hitting a 52-week low and why he thinks Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter is really hurting the stock and brand. Evercore ISI's C.J. Muse discusses his bullish call on beaten down semiconductor stocks. And Cowen CEO Jeff Solomon discusses the outlook for M&A in 2023.

DoubleLine’s Jeffrey Gundlach gives his exclusive first reaction to today’s Fed decision and Jay Powell’s news conference. Plus, Meera Pandit of JP Morgan Asset Management explains how to position your portfolio in this market environment. And, Mike Santoli’s last word on the Fed and what he’s watching as we head into a new trading day.

Stocks swinging by nearly 600 points after the Federal Reserve raised interest rates by an expected 50 basis points, but the central bank said it sees rates higher for longer. Former National Economic Council Director Gary Cohn explains why he thinks the Fed is getting closer to a rate hike pause and the possibility the Fed could even cut rates by the end of next year. Current National Economic Council Director Brian Deese says the White House still sees signs of a resilient consumer and labor market, but that more work needs to be done to see inflation come down. And Jefferies Chief Market Strategist David Zervos

Stocks initially rallied on the CPI report, but quickly reversed course. So, what does this volatile price action mean ahead of tomorrow’s critical Fed meeting and news conference? Solus’ Dan Greenhaus, Virtus’ Joe Terranova and New York Life Investments’ Lauren Goodwin give their expert takes. Plus, CNBC’s Steve Kovach breaks down a late-breaking developing story about Apple’s app store. Plus, a late-day trade alert from Halftime Committee member Steve Weiss. He explains why he’s doubling down on one health care name.

The Dow giving up a 700-point gain at the open despite new signs inflation is cooling. Investors now awaiting tomorrow's Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates. Neuberger Berman's Holly Newman Kroft thinks the market is getting ahead of itself on inflation and says investors should be selling into any rallies right now. Bank of America Head of U.S. Rate Strategy Mark Cabana explains why the bond market is sending signals that the economy may be heading for a soft landing and how that could impact the Fed's rate hike strategy. Jefferies' Michael Yee on whether investors should be buying shares of Moderna following optimistic data for its experimental skin cancer vaccine. And Mintz & Gold Partner Ira Lee Sorkin, who represented Bernie Madoff in his fraud trial, reacts to the government's charges against FTX Founder Sam Bankman-Fried and explains why he thinks there will be more indictments in this case.

The next two days could change the direction of your money for months, with CPI tomorrow and the Fed decision on Wednesday. Trivariate’s Adam Parker breaks down what is at stake. Plus, veteran energy trader Mark Fisher reveals his latest trades. And, Hightower’s Stephanie Link made a late-day move in the chip space. She breaks down that move.

Stocks surging on Wall Street and rebounding from the worst week since September. Investors bidding up stocks ahead of a key inflation reading and the latest Federal Reserve decision on interest rates. A trio of big mergers also giving the bulls momentum. Wells Fargo Investment Institute's Sameer Samana isn't a believer in today's rally. He lays out the case for staying bearish and why this is no time to buy. Lazard CEO of Financial Advisory Peter Orszag explains why he thinks the Fed should pause its interest rate hikes. Plus, he discusses whether the acquisitions of Horizon Therapeutics, Coupa Software and Weber are signalling a big year for dealmaking in 2023. RBC Capital Markets' Rishi Jaluria discusses whether the $8B buyout of Coupa could signal more acquisitions in the struggling software industry. And Bitfury CEO Brian Brooks discusses Sam Bankman-Fried's testimony before Congress tomorrow over FTX's collapse and how lawmakers should regulate the crypto industry to ensure another failure doesn't happen.

All three major averages finished at session lows after hovering near the flat line for most of the day. Now, investors are gearing up for a busy week ahead. Josh Brown from Ritholtz Wealth Management gives his forecast for what’s at stake. Plus, top technician Chris Verrone breaks down the three charts showing serious strength right now. And, Bank of America’s Francisco Blanch drills down on the big slide in oil.

Stocks falling again with the major averages posting their worst week since September following a higher than expected reading on inflation. Canaccord's Tony Dwyer discusses whether this slow start to December will continue into the end of the year. Bank of America Chairman & CEO Brian Moynihan discusses what the U.S. needs to do to increase competitiveness with other countries, whether he thinks a recession is on the horizon, the outlook for the real estate market and much more. And Saks CEO Marc Metrick weighs in on whether he sees any cracks in the luxury spending market.

Could the market actually be stronger than it seems? NewEdge’s Cameron Dawson gives her take on whether investors should bet on a new bounce? Plus, the FTC is taking aim at Microsoft and Activision Blizzard. We discuss what could be at stake for future mergers. And, Tesla tumbling recently – but one tech fund manager says now might be a good time to get in on that trade. EMJ’s Eric Jackson explains that take.

The S&P 500 snapping a 5-day losing streak, it's longest since October, as investors hunt for bargains. The FTC suing Microsoft to block its nearly $70B acquisition of video game publisher Activision Blizzard. Former FTC Commissioner Mozelle Thompson explains why this could be a tough fight in court for Microsoft. Lightshed's Brandon Ross discusses what will happen to Activision's stock if this deal is broken up. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo discusses how the government is deciding which semiconductor stocks will get money from the Chips Act and whether there are plans to expand China export controls on next generation chips. Etsy CEO Josh Silverman weighs in on the outlook for consumer demand amid increasing fears of a recession.

Stocks stuck in a frustrating, directionless, no-movement mode. So, does your money have a real chance of getting anything going over the next few months? Sofi’s Liz Young gives her take. Plus, star venture capitalist Rich Heitzmann weighs in on the “new normal” for tech investors. And, Mike Santoli’s breaks down on market sentiment in his Last Word.

Stocks struggling for direction on lingering recession fears. The CEO's of both Citigroup and JP Morgan raising fresh concerns about a recession. JP Morgan Chief U.S. Economist Michael Feroli says economic growth this quarter has been strong, but the odds of a recession next year are increasing. Bank stocks have been significant underperformers recent. Barclays' Jason Goldberg explains why he sees buying opportunities for the big banks, but Hennessy Funds' David Ellison is more cautious because he sees more headwinds for the banks. Cowen's Helane Becker discusses why she thinks airline stocks are oversold and reveals her top picks. Goldman Sachs' Jonny Fine weighs in on the recent decline in treasury yields and why he predicts we will never see the Federal Reserve raise interest rates by 75 basis points again. And Bluebell Capital Co-Founder Giuseppe Bivona explains why he is calling for Blackrock CEO Larry Fink to step down for what he says is "hypocrisy" over the asset manager's ESG messaging.