The Exchange
"The Exchange" on CNBC is a one-stop shop for the day's top business stories, along with breaking news and the must-see market movers heading into the back half of the trading day. This newsroom-based program also features lots of original reporting, in-depth conversations and showcases CNBC's award-winning investigative work.
Nvidia After the Bell, Crypto Relief, and the State of The Union 2/25/26
Wedbush calls Nvidia the leader in the AI revolution ahead of earnings. Circle surges on strong results, but Mizuho says it's facing two major headwinds. Plus, what President Trump said, and didn't say, in his State of The Union address.
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Meta & AMD Team Up, Bearish on Banks, and FedEx's Tariff Suit 2/24/26
Meta striking a massive deal with AMD, but should Meta be in the chips business? Financials post their worst day since last April, and one technician says the slump will continue. Plus, FedEx is taking the Trump administration to court.
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Tariff Turmoil, Software Sell-Off, and the Old Economy's Revenge 2/23/26
The Supreme Court struck down Trump's tariffs, but the president is warning countries to not back off from trade deals. Further AI disruption could lead to another round of software destruction. Plus, Carlyle's Jeff Currie breaks down the other capex cycle quietly brewing.
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Iran Tensions, Trading Walmart, and âOwningâ the Economy 2/19/26
Rising tensions between the U.S. and Iran send oil prices higher. Why Walmart is still set up for a strong year despite falling short on its earnings outlook. Plus, the Wall Street Journal's Greg Ip says the 65 and older crowd owns the economy.
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Not Nvidia, Mamdani's Property Tax Plan, and Zuckerberg Takes the Stand 2/18/26
Retail investors are passing on Nvidia in favor of other beaten down tech names. The owner of the Empire State Building weighs in on NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's new property tax proposal. Plus, Mark Zuckerberg heads to court in one of Meta's most high-profile trials ever.
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"Warnamount" vs. "Netflix Bros.", Ford's EV JV, and Amazon's Losing Streak 2/17/26
Netflix allows Warner Bros. Discovery to reopen talks with Paramount after it sweetened its bid for the streamer. Ford's surprise joint venture push. Plus, the bullish case for Amazon despite its near-record skid.
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AI Disruption, Nvidia's Shrinking Moat, and âAI-Proofâ Trades? 2/13/26
It was a wild week on Wall Street as AI fears sparked selloffs in different sectors. We look through the wreckage for opportunities and highlight some names that could be âAI-proof.â Plus, why Nvidiaâs moat keep shrinking.
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AI's Biggest Winner, AI's Newest Victim, and Housing's Huge Miss 2/12/26
The AI disruption is moving to new sectors. We look at the winners, the losers, and the biggest buying opportunities. Plus, real estate power player Ryan Serhant says the American Dream has changed.
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Jobs Report Blowout, Top Tech Picks, and Data Center Tailwinds 2/11/26
Prospects of fewer rate cuts are outweighing enthusiasm on the economy. We game out what todayâs report means for the Fed and for the markets. Plus, the top tech opportunities in the software wreckage, and the CEO of Generac on data center tailwinds.
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Retail Sales Stall, Apple Bull Case, and Bitcoin Bottom in Sight? 2/10/26
Itâs a big week for econ data, and weâre off to an ugly start with retail sales. Apple has quietly outperformed the rest of the Mag 7 this year, and our analyst says there are reasons to be bullish from here. Plus, why Bitcoin could be getting closer to a bottom.
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OpenAI Optimism, Microsoft's AI Malaise, and Bitcoin $38K? 2/9/26
DA Davidson says Oracle is a 'Buy' on renewed optimism for OpenAI. Melius Research is downgrading Microsoft saying CEO Satya Nadella has "lost the AI narrative." Plus, why Bitcoin could drop to $38K
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Dow 50k, The Upside-Down AI Trade, and When Will Bitcoin Bottom 2/6/26
The Dow soars more than 1,000 points, getting within striking distance of 50,000. With Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft lower on capex concerns, but the rest of the Mag 7, chips, and even software rallying after a rough week, we make sense of what's next in the AI trade. Plus, bitcoin climbs back above $70k, but Jefferies sees few bullish indicators when it comes to finding a crypto bottom.
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Out with the New, In with the Old and Crypto Keeps Sliding 2/5/26
Tech's pain is consumer staples' gain, as the mag 7, chips, and software all take hits, while the likes of Coca-Cola and Hershey's hit highs. But, after fresh jobs data disappoints and Revelio Labs says the labor market is now "permanently smaller," is the market action rotation or risk-off? Plus, Bitcoin is on pace for its worst week since November 2022, putting Strategy's crypto hoard underwater.
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Software Slump, Alphabet on Deck, and Crypto Cracks 2/4/26
The software sell-off continues, but the CEOs of LegalZoom and Box both say AI agents will make those platforms more valuable in the long run. Futurum makes the case for Google as an AI infrastructure utility ahead of earnings. Plus, the potential headwinds on the horizon for Bitcoin.
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Musk's Mega Merger, Disney's New CEO, and Walmart's New Milestone 2/3/26
Elon Musk's SpaceX-xAI merger could be the biggest in history, but where does that leave Tesla? Disney names Josh D'Amaro as CEO Bob Iger's successor. Plus, Walmart joins the $1 trillion club.
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The AI Daisy Chain, Memory is the New Metals, and a Short Shutdown? 2/2/26
Oracle plans to raise $50 billion to shore up its AI spending, while Nvidia stalls its $100 billion investment into OpenAI. Mizuho says speculative money will move out of metals and into memory stocks. Plus, the partial government shutdown delays the January jobs report.
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Warsh Wins, Wall Street's Wary, and Sen. Warren's Warning 1/30/26
President Donald Trump selects Kevin Warsh as the next Fed chair, leaving investors to wonder which Warsh will show up: the hawk or the dove? Plus, Senator Elizabeth Warren joins us after urging Republicans to not move forward with Warsh's nomination until the DOJ ends its inquiry into Jay Powell.
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Meta's Major Momentum, Tesla's Major Pivot, and Microsoft's Major Problem 1/29/26
Meta shares are surging, but will its big capex spending plans pay off? Tesla trades its Model X and S vehicles for humanoid robots. Plus, can Microsoft play catchup in the AI race?
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Dollar Destruction, Another Powell Pause, and Tech on Deck1/28/26
Why there could be more pain ahead for the dollar. Economist Claudia Sahm says the Fed is in wait-and-see mode as both downside employment risk and inflation cool. Plus, will this earnings season separate the wheat from the chaff when it comes to the Mag 7?
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The Health of Health Insurers, 'Dumb Money' Durability, and Altman's Tech Job Warning 1/27/26
Health insurers face pressure after a new Medicare proposal. How meme traders have changed investing, five years after the GameStop mania. Plus, is OpenAI's hiring slowdown a canary in the tech jobs coalmine?
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Metals on the Move, Tech on Deck and Another Government Shutdown? 1/26/26
Gold and silver hit record highs, yet again, as the dollar hits a four-month low. The Mag 7 name Clockwise Capital says is the best-positioned to pivot on spending. Plus, how the recent events in Minneapolis could result in a government shutdown.
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OpenAI's Make or Break Year, Intel Interrupted, and Blizzard Bracing 1/23/26
Will OpenAI be able to cover its cashburn or will it continue to fall behind Google's Gemini? Intel's momentum hits a wall after weak guidance sends shares tumbling. Plus, millions of Americans brace for a massive winter storm.
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Memory Momentum, Tech Trade Fade, and Lowe's' "Influencer" Era 1/22/26
Memory chips are in a super-cycle while the Mag 7 slows down. Will the AI race hit a wall or keep competitors cutthroat? Plus, Lowes's' new strategy to win over Gen Z shoppers.
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No Force for Greenland, The First Fed Fight, and the Housing Investor Ban 1/21/26
President Trump reiterates his pursuit for Greenland, but rules out using military force. Â Justice Kavanaugh advocates for Fed independence as the justices question the legality of Fed Governor Lisa Cook's firing. Â Plus, what the new housing investor ban means for real estate prices.
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Slumping Stocks and Surging Yields, the Greenland Case, and Trump's Tariff Threats 1/20/26
Stocks tumble as trade war fears reignite, could that be a buying opportunity? Does America still have bargaining power when it comes to Greenland? Plus, how Europe could respond to Trump's tariff threats
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Hesitation over Hassett, the Billionaire Tax Battle, and a Power Auction 1/16/26
President Donald Trump wants to keep National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett in his current position, shaking up the race for the Federal Reserve chair. A new provision of the Billionaire Tax could penalize tech founders. Plus, the White House's push for tech giants to fund new power plants.
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In Chips We TrustâŚAgain, Crypto Regulation Roadblock, and Fed Independence & Inflation 1/15/26
Wells Fargo upgrades AI and memory chips. A key crypto bill loses industry support. Plus, why upending Fed independence could spur inflation. Â
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No Rate Cuts This Year, The Crude Conundrum, and Housing Catalysts 1/14/26
JPMorganâs Chief US Economist makes the case for the Fed to hold interest rates steady in 2026. With oil prices climbing amid Iran tensions, Citi calls this crudeâs âshow me moment.â Plus, why real estate is shifting from âfrozen to functional,â according to âOwning Manhattanââs Ryan Serhant.Â
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A Shadow Fed, A Cap Contrarian Call, and Chips & Caso 1/13/26
The Department of Justiceâs probe into Fed Chair Powell could create a âshadow Fedâ and backfire against the Trump administrationâs goals of lower interest rates, according to Strategas. Â Why a limit on credit card interest rates could boost names like Visa and Mastercard. Plus, chips analyst Chris Casoâs favorite AI idea in 2026.Â
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DOJâs Powell Probe, Not Nvidia, and Credit Card Cap 1/12/26
Former Fed Governor Larry Lindsey says there are no heroes in the Justice Departmentâs investigation into Fed Chair Powell, while Brookingâs David Wessel warns the probe could ultimately spur more inflation. A portfolio manager who outperformed the S&P last year makes the case for chip stocks not named Nvidia. Plus, both traditional banks and fintech names are under pressure after President Trump proposed capping credit card fees.Â
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New Housing Plan, Big Oil at the White, and Meta goes Nuclear 1/9/26
President Trump directs GSEs to buy $200B in mortgage bonds, will it help lower rates? Oil Executives meet at the White House to discuss whatâs next in Venezuela. Plus, Metaâs big bet on nuclear power.
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A Buyback Ban, the Copper Crunch, and Where the Jobs Aren't 1/8/26
President Trump proposing new restrictions on corporate landlords and defense companies. S&P Global sees a copper shortage in the near-future. Plus, the structural shift happening in the labor market.
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Market Highs, Memory Mania & Playing Defense 1/7/25
A bearish strategist emerges as the Dow and S&P 500 both hit record highs. Memory chips are on a tear as Nvidia's CEO calls it a "completely underserved market." Plus, defense climbs to an all-time high amid geopolitical tensions.
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Semis Soar, Fintech's Future & Robotics Race 1/6/26
The VanEck Semiconductor ETF hits its third straight all-time high. Why the âdeath of cryptoâ was greatly exaggerated. How Google might be undercutting the robotics part of Teslaâs valuation case.
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Venezuela's Impact, Tech's Biggest Conference & Crypto Climbs 1/5/25
Following the U.S. military strike in Venezuela, we break down the effects on stocks, geopolitics and oil prices. AI takes center stage as the Consumer Electronics Show kicks off in Las Vegas. Plus, Goldman Sachs issues a bullish call on a crypto company.
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Tesla Loses its Crown, Tariff Tailwinds & Dow Dogs 1/2/25
A decline in Tesla deliveries allows a rival to become the world's top EV seller. Furniture stocks surge after President Trump delays a tariff hike. Plus, will the Dow stocks with the highest dividend yields continue to outperform in 2026?
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Final Trading Hours, Biotech's Boom & Buffett's Last Day 12/31/25
As 2025 wraps, we break down the year's top market drivers. Biotech deals dominated the sector, will the M&A momentum continue in 2026? Plus, it's the end of an era for Berkshire Hathaway as Warren Buffett steps down.
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The Exchange : 12/30/25
Listen to the day's top stories, the must reads & a whole lot more for today's modern investor.
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Mag 7 Decoupling, A Crypto Winter & Housing's Inflection Point? 12/29/25
The Mag 7 is no longer a monolith. Bitcoin has pulled back 30 percent since hitting an all-time high in October, will it continue to slide? Plus, a key housing metric hits the highest level in nearly three years.
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Nvidia's Biggest Deal Ever, China Strikes Back & Retail's "Returnuary" 12/26/25
Nvidia strikes a $20B deal with Groq. China imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defense-related companies. Plus, as holiday shopping wraps up, returns are just beginning.
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