Nightly Business Report

It took 226 trading days for the markets to register a 5% pullback. So why are some analysts actually welcoming the recent selloff as a good sign? We’ll explain. Plus, we’ll speak with the CEO of Barnes & Noble about why there’s now a shortage of books, and what that means for your holiday shopping plans. And, in today’s Rapid Fire: we’ll look at why Apple, Disney and even James Bond himself can’t escape from major issues plaguing their stocks.

The economy only added 194,000 jobs in September, well short of estimates and in spite of enhanced unemployment benefits ending. But there are millions of jobs openings, so why aren’t more roles being filled? We’ll explore it that means for stocks, bonds and the Fed taper too. Plus, we’ll speak with a Tesla analyst who says he’s bullish on the stock because he believes the company’s brand & ecosystem are “Apple-esque.” And, we’ll explain why one brokerage is cutting Home Depot & Lowe’s despite the housing & home improvement markets still being red-hot.

Stocks are rallying today as the drama in DC lifts. The Dow has surged 1,000 points from yesterday’s low. But what happens come December when we have to raise the debt limit again? We’ll explore. Plus, soaring energy prices are typically seen as an economic threat, but some things have changed. We’ll explain who will bear the brunt of price spikes. And, we take a trip around the world to illustrate exactly what’s broken across each step of the global supply chain. Don’t miss our CNBC special report.

Stock’s can’t seem to string together a rally, with energy concerns and slowing growth sending the Dow lower again. We’ll ask the experts how you should react, and where the opportunities are in the market right now. Plus, President Biden is meeting with CEOs and business leaders to discuss the debt limit. We’ll bring you the event live. And, in today’s Rapid Fire: turbulence for airlines, cotton’s price surge and Amazon’s big bet on gaming.

Markets are bouncing back after yesterday’s selloff. Should you race to buy what’s left of the dip? We’ll debate. Plus, Bitcoin soars back above $50,000 as money continues flowing into crypto. Are signs pointing to an even bigger rally? We’ll explore. And, yesterday’s Facebook outage shows just how much we depend on the platform to connect. Kevin O’Leary joins to explain whether it’s a friend or foe to small business.

Stocks are resuming their slide once again today, with Tech leading the declines. We’ll dissect the recent downturn to look at what’s causing it this time, and debate whether or not we’re in for a Q4 to forget. Plus, the chase is on for energy gains as the sector bucks the downtrend. Will its winning streak continue? We’ll ask the experts. And, a rough day for Facebook, as shares pull back after some negative publicity, plus service outages for WhatsApp & Instagram too. We’ll bring you all the details.

Merck just created a major breakthrough in the fight against Covid-19 – a pill that cuts hospitalization rates. We’ll bring you the latest details. Plus, auto sales continue to sink as a lack of inventory continues. We’ll talk about the impact of the chip shortage with former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn. And, in today’s Rapid Fire: a safety pick, a major tech merger gets axed, a settlement with ‘Scar-Jo’ and all-you-can-eat movie theaters.

There’s now movement to reach a deal to avoid a government shutdown, just hours before the deadline. But Washington isn’t out of the woods yet. We’ll bring you latest details on the budget wrangling as they happen. Plus, there seems to be a shortage of everything lately, and that includes paper. The CEO of Shutterfly joins to discuss how it’s navigating supply chain woes. And, China just ordered state suppliers to secure energy at any cost as winter approaches. We’ll tell you all you need to know in a special ‘Energy Edition’ of Rapid Fire.

Jerry Castellini of CastleArk warns the world economy is heading for a “collision course with commodities,” as prices in everything from oil to cotton soar. He’ll join us with several ways that investors can hedge – and even benefit from – this growing trend in the market. Plus, trucking companies are desperately looking to hire as a driver shortage hits Europe. We’ll speak with the 2nd-biggest trucking broker about how to fix it. And, in today’s Rapid Fire: Netflix goes for gamers, Affirm goes crypto, Lucid goes luxury and Macy’s goes after Amazon.

Stocks are sliding today, with tech names dragging down the broader markets as Treasury yields trade near three-month highs and lawmakers in Washington continue their budget stalemate. And with a rising number of Fed vacancies, what might it mean for the central bank’s policy? And does it explain rising rates & the steepening yield curve? We’ll cover it all. Plus, soaring Nat Gas prices are causing more trouble in the UK and reverberating across the globe. We’ve got the latest details and the impact it could have here at home. And, Treasury Sec. Janet Yellen just issues a dire warning, saying if we don’t raise the debt ceiling, our country could face a financial crisis and a recession. We’ll discuss.

A gas crisis in the UK, debt problems in China and an imminent government shutdown here at home are just a few headwinds right now. Is the recent rebound in stocks really just setting a trap for investors? We’ll ask our market experts. Plus, Stifel’s Brian Gardner says the risk of a shutdown in Washington is on the rise as the chance of a debt default decreases. He’ll join us to explain. And, in today’s ‘Retail Edition’ of Rapid Fire: empty store shelves, a big bet on beauty and a rare negative call on Amazon.

China is moving against cryptos yet again, banning all but ownership. Is this a long-term headwind for bitcoin, or actually a buying opportunity? We’ll explore. Plus, we’ll speak with a money manager who says she’s looking for “Goldilocks stocks” right now as volatility picks up. She’ll give us her 3 names to own. And, while the company appeared to have everything under control publicly, new documents show panic at Robinhood during the height of “Meme Mania.” We’ll explain.

Stocks & bonds are rallying in unison, with the averages turning positive for the week. Is it the Fed? China? Or Washington? And most importantly, should investors chase this move? We’ll debate. Plus, there’s an under-the-radar transportation play that Morgan Stanley says could rally 50%. We’ll speak to the analyst behind the call. And, Doordash is quietly becoming a force to be reckoned with, up 50% this year. Can they keep it up? We’ll explore in today’s Rapid Fire.

We’re just moments away from the latest Fed decision, and we’ve got an all-star panel ready to cover every angle. In today’s Rapid Fire, we’ll talk taper, yields, and most importantly: what does it all mean for stocks? Plus, while the Fed argues inflation is transitory, General Mills disagrees. We’ll explain why the consumer staple giant sees rising costs ahead. And, Robinhood is caving to public pressure and changing the way it deals with cryptocurrencies. We’ll bring you the key details

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Markets are rallying and trying to hold their gains after yesterday’s big selloff, while Bitcoin is trying to avoid more losses. Which asset class is better positioned to ride out this volatility? We’ll ask our market experts. Plus, Europe is in the midst of an energy crisis. Could it happen here? And what does it mean for stocks? We’ll explore. And, will China be able to control the damage from an eventual Evergrande collapse? We’ll explain what’s at stake, and who’s most vulnerable right now.

Stocks are sliding amid turmoil in China leads to a selloff in global risk assets. We’ll dig into the market’s September swoon, and cover all angles of today’s selloff.

Wall Street is starting to worry about Washington. Will the debt ceiling debate and tax hikes be what stops this rally? Plus, SPACs have had a spectacular meltdown since being all the rage earlier this year. And though it was a big year for IPOs, it wasn’t a great one, especially for some of the biggest names. And the government reportedly trying to fight back against hackers by hitting them where it hurts: their crypto wallets.

Goldman Sachs is launching a new actively-managed ETF today aimed at smaller, emerging tech firms. Can they rival the success of Cathie Wood’s Ark Invest? We’ll speak with one of the managers about Goldman’s vision of the future. Plus, NYU’s Aswath Damodaran says ESG investing is a waste of time, and is doing more harm than good. He’ll join us to explain why. And, America’s best-selling truck is going electric! The first electric Ford 150 Lightning trucks are leaving the factory today, and we’ll give you all the details.