Could today’s lackluster earnings be an ugly preview of what is to come in the next few weeks? That and Fed fears could rattle the markets in a big way. Greg Branch of Veritas Financial Group gives his market outlook. Plus, some “battle-tested” tech plays. Hari Ramanan of Neuberger Berman is naming some top names for your portfolio. And, Alger’s Ankur Crawford explains where she’s seeing opportunity in growth stocks.

Stocks closed well off their lows after an initial plunge sparked by disappointing earnings from JPMorgan and Morgan Stanley. Hennessy Funds’ David Ellison breaks down those results and the read-through for the rest of earnings season. Affirm founder Max Levchin discusses the state of the consumer and the buy-now, pay-later model after rival Klarna took a major valuation haircut. And the CEO of Hannon Armstrong – the target of a short seller call from Muddy Waters – joins with his response to the report.

Could the Fed actually hike interest rates by 100 basis points in just a few weeks? Former Dallas Fed President Richard Fisher gives his prediction and what it could mean for the economy. Plus, NewEdge Wealth’s Cameron Dawson says we could see another 10% drop before things start to get better. She makes her case. And, Kristen Bitterly of Citi Global Wealth breaks down the top defensive plays to make in this current environment.

Stocks closed mostly lower – but off their worst levels – after another red hot inflation print showed prices rose by more than 9% in June – the biggest jump in 40 years. Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo weighs in with the White House plan to combat higher energy costs. Meantime Netflix popped on news of a partnership with Microsoft for its ad-supported subscription tier. Analyst Mark Mahaney discusses the prospects for the stock, and the outlook for tech more broadly ahead of earnings. And Chevron CEO Mike Wirth tells Sara whether or not he thinks oil prices are heading for a renewed surge.

The all-important CPI report drops in the morning just as earnings season is kicking into high gear. So, what should investors do? We ask Trivariate’s Adam Parker. Speaking of earnings, the big banks are among the first set to report. Top analyst Mike Mayo of Wells Fargo Securities breaks down what to watch. And, VC heavyweight Lo Toney weighs in on some top tech plays for your portfolio.

The major averages fell in another choppy day on Wall Street, losing momentum in the final hour of trading, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq seeing the sharpest pullback. Eric Jackson from EMJ Capital makes the case for owning some growth tech names, and lists his favorites. Investor Carson Block joins to outline his new ESG-focused short idea. And Lightspeed partner Bejul Somaia discusses the state of the VC industry amid news a big down-round from fintech company Klarna.

Earnings and a key read on inflation on deck – and investors are weighing the big risks. Payne Capital’s Courtney Garcia breaks down what she is watching. Plus, Cowen reiterated its buy on Apple – adding that it could climb more than 40% over the next year. The analyst behind that call makes his case. And, Twitter just sent a letter to Elon Musk’s attorneys. Big Technology Founder Alex Kantrowitz gives his instant reaction.

Stocks fell to kick off a new trading week, with the Nasdaq losing more than 2%. Tony Dwyer from Canaccord shares his latest thinking on the market, and whether a sustainable bottom has been reached. Jefferies technology sector specialist Jared Weisfeld talks about the big drop for Twitter’s stock following news that Elon Musk is seeking to back out of the deal. Meantime the dollar’s rally rolled on, with the currency nearly reaching parity with the euro. Bruce Richards from Marathon Asset Management discusses the market implications of a stronger dollar. And Sara breaks down the news that Kanye West is looking to potentially expand his retail empire.

Is the worst over for investors or is more pain ahead? Solus Alternative Asset Management’s Dan Greenhaus gives his opinion. Plus, Professor Jeremy Siegel says today’s red-hot payrolls report is actually weaker than it looks. Why – and how it could impact your portfolio. And, market expert Mike Santoli’s “Last Word” with a look at what he’s expecting for stocks in the week ahead.

Stocks struggling for direction following the stronger than expected June jobs report. Moody's Analytics Mark Zandi says the strong jobs growth signals a good chance of avoiding an economic downturn, but Fmr. IMF Chief Economist Ken Rogoff believes the odds of a significant recession remain high. Fmr. Fed Vice Chair Roger Ferguson says the jobs report and jump in wage growth ensures the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates by 75 basis points at its next meeting. Sequoia Capital's Pat Grady explains how the current market volatility is impacting venture capital deals and why he is so bullish on cryptocurrencies despite their recent collapse. And Telsey Advisory's Dana Telsey Levi's will remain a strong performer following its better than expected earnings. She reveals the other retail names she likes in the face of rising consumer spending concerns.

The S&P 500 posting its longest winning streak since March – but does it have staying power? Virtus Investment Partners’ Joe Terranova gives his take. Plus, top technician Fundstrat’s Mark Newton is breaking down 3 “buyable” charts. And, Elon Musk’s Twitter bid is in peril. An all-star panel of experts dig in on what it means for the future of the company… and the stock.

Stocks rallying again on Wall Street with the S&P 500 ending in the green for the 4th straight day. That's the longest winning streak of the year for the benchmark index. However, Wells Fargo's Paul Christopher recommends staying defensive despite the recent rally, but believes investors should be long-term buyers of tech stocks. World Bank President David Malpass says the U.S. may be able to avoid a recession and inflation may have peaked. NatWest Markets' Michelle Girard explains why she thinks tomorrow's June jobs report will come in stronger than expected and what that means for the economy. And Oil rebounding from this week's sharp losses. Hayman Capital Management Founder Kyle Bass correctly predicted this year's oil rally and thinks investors should still be buying oil on any dips.

Stocks posted modest gains with the Fed reiterating it will do whatever it takes to bring down inflation. Ritholtz Wealth Management’s Josh Brown and Sofi’s Liz Young give their market takes. Plus, Jeff DeGraaf of Renaissance Macro Research breaks down the charts with the best – and worst – bets for your portfolio. And, according to The Wall Street Journal, only 2% of actively managed U.S. stock funds are positive over the last year. One of those top fund managers – Mike Morey of Viking Fund Management – explains his strategy.

Stocks staging a late-day rally to end in the green after the Federal Reserve reaffirmed its commitment to fighting inflation through interest rate increases. Evercore ISI's Julian Emanuel says he thinks the broader market can rally into the end of the year, but UBS Private Wealth Management's Alli McCartney says investors should remain cautious with so much economic uncertainty right now. However, JPMorgan Asset Management's Oksana Aronov says cash is king in this environment. And Tusk Ventures CEO Bradley Tusk, who was an early investor in Coinbase, discusses the outlook for bitcoin and whether more crypto related companies will fail because of the ongoing crytpocurrency collapse.

Stocks finished the session well off the lows of the day, with the Nasdaq ending the day solidly in the green. Schwab’s Liz Ann Sonders gives her take on the big market swings. Plus, Deutsche Bank out with a bullish call on Tesla despite weak delivery numbers. The analyst behind that call makes his case. And, Yardeni Research President Ed Yardeni is revising his recession forecast. He explains why and what it could mean for your money.

Stocks staging a late day comeback after the Dow fell 742 points earlier in the session on recession fears. Tech stocks leading the rebound amid a drop in bond yields. Leuthold's Jim Paulsen discusses why he is turning bullish on tech and growth stocks, but Richard Bernstein Advisors' Richard Bernstein says investors should be defensive right now because rising interest rates and decelerating profits are historically a bad combination for stocks. Ariel Head of Investment Group Charlie Bobrinskoy reveals why he thinks the banks are attractive despite falling treasury yields. Oil plunging below $100 a barrel on economic concerns. RBC Capital Markets Head of Global Commodity Strategy Helima Croft says the fundamental backdrop behind oil remains bullish. Rockefeller International Chairman Ruchir Sharma explains why he is so bullish on emerging markets in the second half of the year.

Stocks ending the day in the green, but investors are still debating if it’s time to take on a defensive posture as we head into the second half of the year. Our all-star panel gives their market take. Plus, Fundstrat’s Tom Lee weighs in on Voyager’s move to freeze customer assets. And, Ally’s Lindsey Bell explains why she thinks a bottom could be sooner than most think.

Stocks storming back after early session losses following the worst first half of the year since 1970. Bespoke's Paul Hickey warns the Fed's aggressive rate hikes into a slowing economy is a bad recipe for investors. Bank of America Securities' Vivek Arya discusses his downgrade of chipmaker Micron following the company's weak Q4 guidance and what it means for the rest of the semiconductor stocks. Wells Fargo Investment Institute Sr. Global Market Strategist Scott Wren says investors should be buying long-term exposure to tech stocks on any pullbacks. Hightower Chief Investment Strategist Stephanie Link says Meta is her top pick for the second half because of its compelling risk/reward scenario. And Former Ford CEO Mark Fields explains why a recession will not hurt the automakers as badly as past economic downturns.

A big tug-of-war is playing out in the market between inflation shock fading and growth fears rising. Eric Jackson of EMJ tells us which he thinks will win. Plus, a potentially crucial deal in the crypto space. We break down the details and what’s at stake. And, Bank of America Securities’ Francisco Blanch tells us the top commodity plays for your portfolio.

Stocks slumping as the market closes out the worst first half of the year in more than 50 years. Allianz Chief Economic Advisor Mohamed El-Erian says the market has not fully priced in the Federal Reserve's aggressive interest rate hikes into a slowing economy. Wharton Finance Professor Jeremy Siegel explains why he thinks the economy is already in a recession, but does not think it will be a severe one. HP CEO Enrique Lores & Pepsi CEO Ramon Laguarta discuss how recession fears are impacting consumer spending and their businesses. Fairlead Strategies Founder Katie Stockton looks at whether the recent rally in mega cap tech stocks is more than an oversold bounce. And BD8 Capital CEO Barbara Doran says she sees opportunities to buy stocks in the consumer and tech sectors.

Investors anxiously awaiting key inflation data due out tomorrow before the bell. Josh Brown of Ritholtz Wealth Management breaks down what’s at stake for the markets. Plus, Charles Schwab’s Liz Ann Sonders explains her second half playbook. And, Kevin Simpson of Capital Wealth Planning is getting bullish on the retail space. He makes his case and the individual names he is banking on.

It was another volatile day on Wall Street as the market winds down the worst first half of the year since 1970. BNY Mellon Wealth management's Alicia Levine says a market bottom is not yet in sight and reveals what she wants to see before buying again. JPMorgan Chief U.S. Economist Michael Feroli on how tomorrow's key inflation data could impact the market and the Fed. Wells Fargo CEO Charles Scharf sat down for a rare conversation from the Aspen Ideas Festival and discussed whether the U.S. is heading in to a recession and how rising interest rates are impacting his company's big mortgage business. RiskReversal's Dan Nathan discusses whether beaten down semiconductor stocks are starting to look attractive. And Senator Rob Portman discusses when the Senate will finally move to fund the bipartisan Chips Act, which will help semiconductor companies build new plants in the U.S.

Stocks sinking to end the day, with the Nasdaq falling nearly 3%. Scott Minerd of Guggenhiem Partners gives his market take – and some insight on the SPAC space. Plus, Calixto’s Eduardo Costa weighs in on the big slide in tech today. And, market expert Mike Santoli’s “Last Word” on Minerd’s stance on the Fed.

Stock selling off on Wall Street following disappointing consumer confidence data. Satori Fund Founder Dan Niles says Nike's weak revenue guidance is a warning for investors and discusses why he sees more downside ahead for the market. Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger on today's tech sell off and whether inflation and recession fears are leading to a slowdown in semiconductor sales. Fmr. Treasury Secretary Jack Lew on whether he thinks the economy will avoid a recession. And Piper Sandler's Jeff Harte on whether investors should be buying beaten down bank stocks in this rising interest rate environment.

Stocks took a breather today after last week’s rally. So, is the market finally showing real signs of stabilizing? PIMCO’s Erin Browne gives her take. Plus, Nike reporting a beat across the board. CNBC’s Sara Eisen and Brian Nagel of Oppenheimer give instant color and analysis. And, Ed Yardeni says the relief rally is here to stay. He gives his expert take on the markets.

It was a volatile day on Wall Street as stocks finish in the red following last week's big gains. Citi Chief U.S. Equity Strategist Scott Chronert explains why he just cut his year end price target on the S&P 500 and why he sees more volatility ahead. IBM CEO Arvind Krishna reveals whether inflation and economic concerns are impacting tech enterprise spending. Mizuho's Dan Dolev reacts to reports that crypto exchange FTX could be eyeing a deal for Robinhood. And Bernstein's Toni Sacconaghi says he sees upside to Apple TV+ and discusses what that means for Apple's stock.

Stocks saw major gains to end the week with the Nasdaq jumping more than 3% -- so does this bounce signal a bottom is in for the market or is there more pain ahead? iCapital’s Anastasia Amoroso breaks down her strategy. Plus, Oakmark’s Bill Nygren reveals where he is finding value in this market. And, Mark Newton from Fundstrat says the recent sell-off in commodities could be coming to an end. He breaks down the charts to explain why.

Stocks staged a strong rally to cap off a solid week of gains on Wall Street. Market experts JoAnne Feeney, Brian Jacobsen, and Dan Nathan weigh in on the pop, and if it’s the start of a broader summer rally. Meantime shares of Carnival surged despite largely missing earnings estimates. CEO Arnold Donald joins to discuss Wall Street’s reaction and the headwinds that remain for his industry. And the CEO of Amalgamated Bank breaks down her company’s decision to cover travel expenses for employees seeking reproductive health care, following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade.

Investors have shifted their focus away from inflation panic to growth fears. Stocks saw gains in today’s session but Avery Sheffield of Vantage Rock at Rockefeller Capital Management still isn’t calling for an all-clear from the sell-off. She explains why. Plus, the Fed released the results of its annual stress test. David Ellison of Hennessy Funds and Hightower’s Stephanie Link give instant analysis. And, Intel issued a big warning and said its new Ohio factory could be delayed if Congress doesn’t move quickly on a key piece of legislation. Top chip analyst at Bernstein’s Stacy Rasgon breaks down the big money implications.

Stocks popped in the final hour of trading, adding to solid gains on the week. Bespoke’s Paul Hickey and DoubleLine’s Jeff Sherman discuss the moves in equities and bonds. Meantime Intel warned it’s big Ohio chip factory could be delayed as Congress drags its feet on funding. PIMCO’s Libby Cantrill weighs in on the holdup. And AQR’s Cliff Asness shares his choice words for the Private Equity business in a rare interview.

Following yesterday’s rally, today’s action has many investors wondering if the market is finally showing signs of stabilizing. Ritholtz Wealth Management’s Josh Brown weighs in. Plus, shares of Altria got smoked today on reports that the FDA could be cracking down on Juul e-cigarettes in a big way. Top-ranked analyst at Cowen – Vivien Azer – breaks down the big money implications. And, the Fed’s bank stress test will be front and center tomorrow after the bell. Leslie Picker gives a rundown of what to watch.

The major averages closed just below the flat line after an up-and-down session, with commentary from Fed Chair Powell and a pullback in oil prices driving the action. Hightower’s Stephanie Link joins with her latest investment thoughts. Plus, Sara sits down for a rare and exclusive interview with AQR Capital Management’s Cliff Asness, who is vastly outperforming the market this year, for an inside look at the places where he’s finding value. And the CEO of snacking giant Mondelez discusses his company’s nearly $3B deal in the energy bar space.

Stocks started the shortened trading week in the green but heightened fears of a recession is still casting doubt over whether this rally can really be trusted. Trivariate’s Adam Parker gives his take. Plus, Requisite Capital’s Bryn Talkington breaks down the crypto chaos. And, our most valuable pick. Bank of America is bullish on a beaten down software name that’s lost more than 50% this year. The analyst behind that call makes his case.

Stocks rallied to kick off a shortened trading week, following the worst week for the major averages since 2020. Tony Dwyer from Canaccord and Charlie Bobrinskoy from Ariel discuss if they think the bounce is sustainable. Meantime famed restaurateur Danny Meyer shares his thoughts on the summer spending environment, and what he’s seeing right now from consumers at his restaurants. And Sara breaks down the decision by Kellogg to split into three separate companies – and what it could mean for shareholders.

It was a wild week for stocks on Wall Street … so what could be in store for markets and your money over the next few weeks? Cerity Partners’ Jim Lebenthal gives his forecast and where he stands on big recession fears. Plus, energy was the big loser for the week. Dan Greenhaus of Solus has been bullish on the energy sector – we find out where he stands now. And, Mike Santoli’s “Last Word”. His expert take on the big market rout and what he’s watching as we head into a fresh trading week.

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.

Stocks dropped in today’s session, with the Nasdaq closing down more than 4%. Wharton School Professor Jeremy Siegel gives instant reaction to the brutal trading day. Plus, Morgan Stanley’s Chris Toomey breaks down where he is seeing opportunity in the market. And, Mike Santoli’s “Last Word” with his expert take on the big market slide.

Stocks plunging and pushing the Dow below the 30,000 level on increasing fears the Federal Reserve's aggressive rate hikes will spark a recession. Cantor Fitzgerald's Eric Johnston says the Fed is getting aggressive too late and warns the market is not yet pricing in a recession. Bridgewater's Karen Karniol-Tambour reveals whether investors should be buying bonds and commodities to diversify away from stocks. Medley Advisors' Ben Emons says investors should raise their allocation to cash and companies with stable cash flows. And Kroger Chairman & CEO Rodney McMullen on how inflation is impacting consumer spending and whether the grocery chain owner is able to pass higher costs on to customers.

DoubleLine’s Jeffrey Gundlach gives his exclusive, first take on the Fed’s decision to raise rates by 75 basis points. Plus, Sofi’s Liz Young with her take on what’s at stake for stocks moving forward. And, Mike Santoli’s “Last Word” on the Fed.

Stocks rallying after the Federal Reserve hiked interest rates by 75 basis points, which is the largest rate hike since 1994. Fed Chairman Jay Powell says a similar rate hike could be on the table for the central bank's next meeting as it tries to ease inflation. Former National Economic Council Director Gary Cohn says the Fed left open the possibility that it could get even more aggressive in future meetings and explains why he is more of a buyer than a seller in this market. Jefferies Chief Market Strategist David Zervos agrees and is no longer bearish over the short term. But Morgan Stanley Chief U.S. Equity Strategist Mike Wilson says he is fading the rally and reveals his top defensive plays.

We’re less than 24 hours away from the Fed meeting and investors are anxiously waiting to see what Fed Chair Powell’s next move will be. Trivariate’s Adam Parker and Virtus’ Joe Terranova break down what they’re betting on ahead of the meeting. Plus, Eric Jackson of EMJ Capital digs in on the meltdown in high-growth stocks. And, Osterweis’ Larry Cordisco tells us where he is finding opportunity amid the downturn in big cap tech.

It was a wild ride on Wall Street. Stocks rallying at the open before sinking sharply into the red and then staging a comeback late in the session as investors remain on edge ahead of tomorrow's Fed decision. Goldman Sachs Chief Economist Jan Hatzius on growing expectations the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates by 75 basis points tomorrow and the impact that will have on inflation and the economy. But Fmr. Kansas City Fed President Thomas Hoenig explains why he still thinks the Fed will only raise interest rates by 50 basis points and cautions 75 basis points would be a mistake. Mizuho's Dan Dolev reacts to Coinbase's CEO announcing layoffs and warning of a "crypto winter" ahead. And Jefferies Healthcare & Biotech Analyst Michael Yee on the FDA panel deciding whether to recommend Moderna's Covid vaccine for children ages 6 to 17.

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 and pushing the S&P 500 back into bear market territory as investors brace for the Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates this week. Jefferies economist Thomas Simons explains why he thinks the Fed will raise rates by 75 basis points this week to help combat runaway inflation and whether these aggressive rate hikes could spark a recession. But Atlas Merchant Capital CEO Bob Diamond doesn't think that's aggressive enough and says the Fed should raise rates by 100 basis points. Citi U.S. Equity Strategist Scott Chronert says investors should be buying health care stocks as a defensive trade amid this market volatility. UBS Private Wealth management’s Alli McCartney reveals why she thinks the market could remain volatile for a long time. And Bitfury CEO Brian Brooks reacts to Bitcoin’s plunge and whether crypto lending company Celsius pausing customer withdrawals is a warning sign for investors.

Stocks closing deep in the red to finish the week, with the Dow ending the day down nearly 900 points. Fundstrat’s Tom Lee has previously said inflation had peaked and was betting on a big bounce for the markets… he gives us his fresh take following today’s ugly close. Plus, Pomp Investments’ Anthony Pompliano weighs in on inflation and if bitcoin could be a big hedge. And market expert Mike Santoli’s crucial “Last Word” to wrap up the week.

Another red-hot inflation print sent the major averages sharply lower in Friday trading. Market experts Barry Knapp, Tony Crescenzi and Rebecca Patterson break down what they’re watching in the selloff, and expectations for the market going forward. Former Fed vice chair Roger Ferguson discusses the implications for next week’s Fed decision. And Barclays economist Jonathan Millar lays out why he now expects an above-consensus rate hike from the central bank.

Investors are bracing for tomorrow’s all-important CPI number and it could spell further trouble for markets. Trivariate’s Adam Parker gives his prediction. Meantime, JP Morgan Asset Management’s Gabriela Santos is forecasting sunnier skies ahead for markets. She makes her case. Plus, Mike Santoli breaks down the key S&P levels he is watching ahead of tomorrow’s crucial data.

Stocks tanked in the final hour of trading, closing near the lows, with the Dow giving up more than 600 points. Ben Emons from Medley Global Advisors explains why the S&P 500 could see another sizeable correction. Portfolio manager Kevin Landis shares his tech shopping list, with under-the-radar names to ride out the volatility. MKM’s Rohit Kulkarni breaks down the pressure on Facebook parent Meta, whose ticker symbol change officially took effect. And Yale’s Jeffrey Sonnenfeld discusses the mood from corporate executives, and whether or not CEOs are expecting a recession in America.