Nightly Business Report

Following its worst day since October, the Nasdaq is trying to claw its way back with some gains today. Will March bring the tech trade back to life? We’ll ask the Co-Head of Goldman Sachs’ tech fund. Plus, we’ll talk to Wall Street’s #1 retail analyst, who says it’s time to get ready for the “preparation buying” phase of the recovery. And, the Gamestop frenzy nearly led to the collapse of some hedge funds. We’ll explain why they’re now using the same websites to defend themselves.

Stocks are selling off today, as fears of rising rates seep into the markets and hit the tech sector the hardest. Big names like Amazon, Apple and Facebook are down this week and heading lower. Is this a buying opportunity? We’ll debate. Plus, investors are looking for a hot new type of research these days – Reddit mentions. We’ll speak with a company offering just that. And, Laura Martin of Needham & Co. says investors should sell Netflix so they can buy into ViacomCBS. She’ll explain why.

Stocks are wiping out earlier losses, as investors seem to be putting fears of rising rates aside. But why the sudden shift in sentiment? We’ll ask Angela Mwanza of UBS, and get her best practices for investors right now. Plus, shares of Overstock are sinking despite posting a solid earnings beat. We’ll talk about its outlook, the consumer and its crypto investments with the CEO. And, the electric vehicle sector is sinking this month, with some big names down 20% or more. We’ll take a close look at what’s driving the move lower.

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said the economy has a long way to go to recover, but also committed to keeping a backstop in place. We’ll break down all of his comments from his testimony today, and what they mean for both the recovery and your money. Plus, demand for electric vehicle batteries is set to surge, and a former Tesla executive is looking to cash in. We’ll give you the key details. And, in today’s Rapid Fire: Bitcoin tumbles from record highs, Home Depot sinks despite delivering a Q4 beat and WeWork is back in the headlines.

When will Royal Caribbean and other cruise lines get back to sea? And will vaccinations be required? CEO Richard Fain joins us exclusively to discuss the path forward for travel and the pent-up demand he’s seeing for voyages. Plus, we’ll take a look at how rising mortgage rates, surging prices and tight supply could lead to a ‘Spring Squeeze’ for the housing market. And, in today’s Rapid Fire: Bitcoin whales are trimming their holdings, activist investors take aim at Kohl’s and does Instacart love robots?

As the pandemic drags on, we speak exclusively with New York Fed President John Williams. We’ll ask him all about the economy, policy flexibility, inflation and the path forward for asset purchases. Plus, the semiconductor industry is facing a new problem – the weather. We’ll explain why. And, should the so-called “joke” cryptocurrency Dogecoin be taken seriously? We’ll speak to an expert who thinks so.

Embattled app Robinhood is set to testify on Capitol Hill about its role in the Reddit-fueled stock trading frenzy. We’ll talk to Congressmen from both sides of the aisle who are getting ready to grill the CEO. Plus, Miami is considering a number of initiatives to embrace Bitcoin and other cryptos. We’ll speak with the city’s Mayor about them. And, we’ll bring you the latest details on the energy nightmare in Texas amid the state’s deep winter freeze.

Stocks continue their “Valentine” rally, setting new intraday highs in earlier trading today. But can the February surge continue? We’ll look at what could derail it, and where to put your money to work right now. Plus, North Dakota is voting on a bill that could have huge implications for Big Tech. The state senator who introduced it joins us live. And, in today’s Rapid Fire: retail traders eye Palantir’s big drop, Wall Street’s “plumbing” is clogged and Facebook could soon unveil a watch.

Rising commodity prices, a hot housing market, soaring stocks and trillions in stimulus sound like a recipe for inflation, right? Well…maybe not. Jim McDonald of Northern Trust explains why he thinks the economy is actually in a state of “stuckflation.” Plus, the banking industry is feeling pressure to adopt Bitcoin, and the push isn’t just from clients. We’ll give you the exclusive details. And, in today’s Rapid Fire: is a beauty boom ahead?, fleeing to Florida and an NYC staple goes from sweet to sour.  

Bitcoin hits another record high today, as BNY Mellon and Mastercard join firms embracing cryptocurrencies. We’ll look at what it means for the industry, and how it could open up the gates for new investors. Plus, the recent rise in popularity of Clubhouse could spark an “audio-only” Internet revolution. We’ll explain why. And, angry Robinhood customers are showing up at the company’s Menlo Park, CA doorstep. We’ll give you the key details.

The Reddit Revolution is shifting its focus to marijuana, with pot stocks headed sky-high today. We’ll discuss why one strategist thinks the retail trading army may actually change the game. Plus, name a commodity, and it’s probably soaring in price. Is a ‘supercycle’ underway, and could it bring inflation with it? We’ll debate. And, a growing chip shortage could impact multiple sectors, including some unusual ones. We’ll explain why autos could get hit the hardest.

Stocks, oil, commodities, cryptos and metals…there’s no discriminating when it comes to winning in this market. Can this commodity boom continue to blast off into outer orbit, or will it turn into a bust? Our market experts debate. Plus, we’ll speak with NFL star Russell Wilson about his new venture to help turn youth coaches into superstars in kids’ eyes. And, we’ll explore why companies are having to pay workers to get vaccinated, including a frontline battle brewing for grocery stores.

Vaccinations, falling new virus cases and stimulus measures all have markets higher again today. But are we finally closing in on the end of a big run for stocks? Our market experts debate. Plus, could the SEC have a problem with Elon Musk’s tweeting ahead of Tesla’s $1.5 billion stake in Bitcoin? We’ll explore. And, we’ll explain how one Amazon facility in Alabama could change how more than 1 million employees work and get paid.

The latest hot investments – SPACs – are getting a lot of attention from short sellers lately. Will the Reddit Rebellion come calling too? We’ll ask Pacific Square Research’s Herb Greenberg. Plus, the CEO of Dickey’s Barbecue Restaurants joins to discuss the latest relief bill and the path forward for restaurants. And, doggy day care, free rides and student loan relief are just some of the new perks companies are using to lure in top talent. We’ll explain why.

Mitt Romney just revealed a big stimulus surprise, while COVID-19 cases continue to fall fast. With your money moving higher again, we’ll tell you how to follow the market and prepare for what’s ahead. Plus, we’ll take you deep inside the “Reddit Rebellion,” including the story of a 24 year old who turned $500 into $203,000. And, when it comes to environmentally or socially-conscious investing, the offerings are not one size fits all. We’ll explain why.

Overstock CEO Jonathan Johnson discusses his ongoing battle with the short-sellers. And Visa CEO Al Kelly weighs in on consumer growth—where it’s strongest and why he still hopes to do a deal with Plaid. Plus, it’s a stock picker’s market…one strategist gives his names to bet on now.

Stocks having their best day since November, we drill down on what’s driving the surge and where the opportunities are. And there have now been more people inoculated against Covid than have been diagnosed with it, we’ll get a check on the vaccine distribution chain and the efforts to get shots into arms Plus, Amazon after the bell, Uber’s billion-dollar boozy bet and GameStop goes Hollywood. All that and more in Rapid Fire.

Silver shooting higher. Is this the latest play in the Reddit Rebellion or are some *being* played. We’ll explain. Plus, more good news on the vaccination front. Moderna says it can fit more doses in each vial and is asking the FDA to approve the move. Will it alleviate some the production bottlenecks? And, could we actually be seeing some real, old fashioned bipartisanship on the hill? Maybe, but it all comes with a price tag. We have the latest on stimulus.

It’s been a wild week with populist investing shocking the markets. What are money managers telling their clients in this environment? We’ll ask. Plus, too many big bets on GameStop sending Robinhood scrambling for more money. Does this put the entire company at risk? And, New York City Mayor Bill De Blasio says companies need to do *this* to really ramp up vaccine rollout. He tells us what it is he’s suggesting and when the Big Apple can reopen.

Robinhood and other retail brokerages are cutting off trading for some red-hot stocks. And that’s causing some of them to collapse in a big way. With some investors starting to cry foul, should we expect a reaction from the broader market? We’ll ask Jonathan Golub of Credit Suisse. Plus, Republicans in Washington are weighing in on the “Reddit Revolution,” and have a warning for Wall St.: the populist movement is here to stay. And, Paul Hickey of Bespoke says there’s more to the run-up in names like Gamestop besides amateurs buying stocks blindly. He’ll explain why.