Wall Street Breakfast

Yimin Xu of Cestrian Capital Research on past easing cycles, strong economic data and Fed rate cuts (0:40). Sticky inflation and bond market equilibrium (2:30). Attractive 10-year yields (5:00). This is an abridged conversation from Seeking Alpha's Investing Experts podcast.Episode transcripts: seekingalpha.com/wsbShow links:Nasdaq, S&P shed about 1% each, Dow drops more than 400 points after hot CPIRiddled With RatesHot inflation may not be a bump, balance sheet runoff pace discussed: FOMC minutesSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Drug shortages in U.S. at highest level on record since 2001. (00:25)  Amazon exec: Robots, new technologies stealing jobs is a myth. (01:34) Thyssenkrupp to cut steel production capacity, jobs. (02:27)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: NRIX and APLDEarnings CalendarBig banks set to report Q1 earnings; seen adjusting guidance for fewer rate cutsExxon CEO's 2024 total pay bumped up 3% to $36.9M; Chevron CEO pay rose 12%FDA chief sees no reason for delay in cannabis reschedulingSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Pure golf stocks, apparel makers and gaming names could see a Masters bump. (0:16) Wholesale inflation runs a little cooler in March. (1:20) Amazon CEO says AI will be built on the cloud. (3:45)Show NotesGlobal Stock leaders for 2030 in Fin Tech - UBSRobinhood stock dips after Citi downgrades to Sell on fundamentals disconnectEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

New PFAS limits in drinking water renew compliance cost fears. (00:33) DoJ opens probe into Nippon Steel's deal for US Steel (X). (02:34) TikTok (BDNCE) divestiture timeline might undergo extension in U.S. Senate: report. (03:23)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Cathie Wood says she invests for a ‘5-year horizon' ... but ARKK has lost ground over that timeAmazon owes $525M in damages for patent infringement - juryNew additions to Goldman’s High Operating Leverage listSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

March CPI comes in hot and odds of rate cuts this year tumble. (0:16) Stocks slide, yields soar as 10-year hits 4.55%. (1:55) Nvidia enters correction territory but this analyst says don't worry. (3:51)Show NotesCabot Wealth’s Top Ten list of stocksDelta leads the airline sector higher after record Q1 earningsEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Intel (INTC) unveils Gaudi 3 AI accelerator, setting up race with Nvidia. (00:24) Costco (COST) may be sitting on gold with its new business. (01:26) Philips (PHG) reaches agreement with DOJ, FDA on consent decree over sleep apnea devices. (02:45)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: SGH and PSMTJPMorgan’s top European picksFitch cuts China's credit outlook to negative on public finance risksQ3 crude oil price outlook raised at Morgan Stanley on rising geopolitical riskSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Sales pessimism pushed NFIB index to lowest since December 2012. (0:16) Are high rates actually fueling inflation. (1:47) Top silver mining stocks. (5:19)Show NotesTilray guidance cut sends cannabis stocks lowerGoogle unveils in-house Axion chips to cut AI costs, reliance on Nvidia, othersEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Samsung (SSNLF) to get $6B chip subsidy next week to boost U.S. production - report. (00:26) Dollar stores weighed down by 99 Cents Only bankruptcy. (01:57) Norwegian Cruise Lines (NCLH) places its largest order for 8 new ships. (03:03)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: MAXN, NTES, and morePFAS ban in EU and U.S. could have negative implications for Amer Sports - analystDidi Global looks to mass produce robotaxi vehicles in 2025HSBC to sell Argentina business for $550M, expects $1B pre-tax lossSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Jamie Dimon casts doubt on a soft landing, says AI akin to the steam engine (0:16) Stocks face trouble if the 10-year hits 4.8%. (2:21) How fast could a Tesla Robotaxi hit the road? (4:42)Show NotesCiti's top recommended large-cap stocksEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Kimberly-Clark (KMB) to sell personal protective equipment business to Ansell in $640M deal. (00:24) Tesla (TSLA) plans to unveil its Robotaxi service on August 8. (01:10) People's Bank of China sets up $69B re-lending program for tech companies. (02:13)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: Crypto stocks, FSLY, and moreShein and Temu: Disruptors of Fast-Fashion and E-CommerceSouthwest Airlines 737 returns to airport after engine cover falls offHousing affordability would’ve waned even without Fed tightening, study showsSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

The Consumer Price Index for March is due with Fed June odds 50/50. (0:19) J.P. Morgan, Citi and Wells Fargo kick off earnings season. (1:29) Paramount Global nearing deal with Skydance? (3:05)Show NotesEarnings CalendarBuy-rated and sell-rated stocks within TechnologyEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Bob Iger: Disney (DIS) to start password sharing crackdown in June. (00:31) HubSpot (HUBS) gains amid report Alphabet (GOOG) (GOOGL) considering takeover offer. (01:31) Fed’s Kashkari: Bitcoin (BTC-USD) has had no legitimate use case in more than a decade. (02:13)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock mover today: Grindrod Shipping HoldingsAlphabet, Meta, Amazon in focus as Wedbush sees 'significantly' increased ad spendCVS Health to cover Perrigo OTC birth control pillBrent crude tops $90 for first time since October as Middle East tensions spikeSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Perma-Fix (PESI) flies higher after plant testing for destruction of 'forever chemicals.' (00:25) Cosmetics stocks slump after Ulta Beauty (ULTA) warns on beauty sales slowdown. (01:29) Alphabet (GOOG) reportedly considers putting AI search behind paywall; stock perks up. (02:24)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: BB, LUNR, and moreNvidia sees no disruptions to chip supply from Taiwan earthquakeApple said to look at personal robots for 'next big thing:' reportGold jumps to another record high after Powell's remarks; silver best since June 2021Stock winners of Republican policy if Trump wins - GSSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

CEO Bob Iger wins shareholder board vote over Trian's Nelson Peltz. (0:16) Fed's Powell keeps door open to rate cuts. (1:07) Taiwan earthquake disrupts chip manufacturing. (3:25)Show NotesBuy vs. Sell ideas paired within each sector - OppenheimerParamount gains amid report of advancing talks with SkydanceEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Hanesbrands (HBI) reportedly sells Champion to Authentic Brands. (00:22) Costco (COST) launches a weight loss program for members. (01:13) Amazon (AMZN) shelves Just Walk Out tech at some grocery stores. (01:54)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: CALM, INTC, and moreBuy vs. Sell ideas paired within each sector - OppenheimerApple's latest research suggests tech giant will be an 'AI winner'Biden open to ending LNG export pause in push for Ukraine aid - ReutersSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Tesla Q1 deliveries miss already-lowered expectations. (0:16) After a century, the General Electric stock market era is over. (3:49) See the most crowded stocks in each sector. (4:39) Show NotesJob openings roughly flat in February, with prior month's print revised down - JOLTSSLB to buy ChampionX in all-stock deal valued at ~$7.8BEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Mexico said to cut some oil exports as global supplies tighten. (00:23) EV startup Canoo (GOEV) raises going concern doubts as it runs low on cash. (01:19) Florida Supreme Court allows adult-use cannabis bill to go to November ballot. (02:10)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: GE, GOEV, and moreFidelity to impose new $100 servicing fee on some ETFsDisney winning proxy battle with Trian with more than half of votes cast - WSJFedEx lost a key USPS contract to UPS. Should investors be worried?Sign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

UBS sees monthly declines in China, U.S. and India. (0:15) ISM manufacturing index ends 16 months of contraction. (1:21) United asks pilots to take unpaid leave. (3:24)Show NotesWells Fargo's high-conviction tactical longs and shorts for Q2Citi stays bullish on chips as February sales top averageEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Nippon Steel's (NPSCY) new president committed to U.S. Steel (X) deal, highlights growth potential. (00:25) Microsoft-backed (MSFT) startup Rubrik said to prepare IPO filing. (01:44) Rakuten Group (RKUNY) plans to integrate its fintech business. (02:19)Episode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsb.Show links: Biggest stock movers today: LI, MMM, and moreMicrosoft and OpenAI said to be eyeing $100B data center projectSpirit Airlines could get up to $200M in compensation for Pratt & Whitney engine problemsMicroStrategy among most squeezable as crypto short interest climbsSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.

Iger and Peltz face off in Disney annual shareholder meeting. (0:20) March payrolls seen up by 200,000. (1:13) Microsoft and OpenAI to build Stargate supercomputer. (4:04)Show NotesAT&T says data set impacting about 73M current, former account holders leaked on dark webEarnings CalendarEpisode transcripts seekingalpha.com/wsbSign up for our daily newsletter here and for full access to analyst ratings, stock quant scores, dividend grades, subscribe to Seeking Alpha Premium at seekingalpha.com/subscriptions.