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Power Lunch

CNBC’s Tyler Mathisen and Kelly Evans take you through the heart of the business day bringing you the latest developments and instant analysis on the stocks and stories driving the day’s agenda. “Power Lunch” delves into the economy, markets, politics, real estate, media, technology and more. The show sits at the intersection of power and money. “Power Lunch” gives viewers a full plate of CNBC’s award-winning business news coverage, plus a healthy dose of personality from the show’s anchors and the network’s top-notch roster of reporters and digital journalists.
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Episodes

Earnings Excitement, and Your Money, Your Vote 4/25/23

Earnings season is in full swing, with big reports out before the bell, and even bigger reports coming out after the bell. We’ll dig into the companies that already reported, and get you set for what’s still to come. Plus, President Biden has officially announced his 2024 re-election campaign. We’ll dig into the economic angles of a 2nd Biden term, from taxes to the latest on the debt ceiling.

Apr 25, 202344 min

Earnings Avalanche, and Beer Backlash 4/24/23

We’ve got a big week on deck for markets. A third of the S&P 500, and half of the Dow 30 are set to report earnings -- including Microsoft, Meta & Amazon. Will this earnings parade finally shake up an uninspired market? We’ll debate. Plus, Bud Light partnered with a transgender influencer, and it seems to have backfired for the brand in a major way. We’ll examine the always-sticky situation when companies wade into controversial social issues.

Apr 24, 202343 min

The Intelligence in AI, and Countdown to the Stock Draft 4/21/23

AI is the hottest segment of technology right now. We’ll explore how different AI tools get so smart in the first place, plus AI’s impact on culture, music and even the economy. Plus, we’re less than a week away from the 2023 CNBC Stock Draft. Can the MNTN Goats, led by Ryan Reynolds, repeat as champions? We’ll draw this year’s draft order live.

Apr 21, 202344 min

Recession Obsession, and Lost In Space? 4/20/23

Stocks and bond yields alike are sliding today amid more signs of weakness in the economy. We’ll tell you one stock’s warning you may not have heard about, and could be a telling sign for where we go from here. Plus, SpaceX launched its Starship rocket for the first time today, but it blew up mid-flight – and on live television. Is just getting it off the ground a success, or is this a setback for the space race? We’ll debate.

Apr 20, 202344 min

Disney Drama, and Real Estate Road Trip 4/19/23

Disney’s battle with the state of Florida took a new turn today, as the stock sinks amid reports of thousands of job cuts. Can the company really win this fight? We’ll explore. Plus, we’re wrapping up our real estate road trip in San Francisco. We’ll examine how mortgage rates are affecting one of the priciest markets in the country.

Apr 19, 202343 min

Strike Out?, and Up In the Air 4/18/23

Netflix reports results tonight, following its live streaming debacle over the weekend. But a new problem has emerged for content creators: a Hollywood writers strike. How serious is the threat, and how can streamers work around it? We’ll explore. Plus, Southwest planes are back in the air after yet another computer meltdown. How did this happen again? And can it be prevented from happening again in the future? We’ll discuss with an insider.

Apr 18, 202344 min

Banking On It, and the State of New Jersey 4/14/23

Earnings season just kicked off with a bang. UnitedHealth is dragging on the Dow after results, while JPMorgan is jumping higher. We’ll dig into all of the numbers on the big banks that reported, and get the big picture from a regional bank CEO as well. Plus, NJ Governor Phil Murphy joins on the state of the Garden State’s economy, taxes, the exodus of wealth from the state and more.

Apr 14, 202343 min

Money & Politics, and Back to the Office or Bust! 4/13/23

New White House regulations are under fire, as auto companies are unhappy with new emissions rules. And a new business lobbying group is forming to push back on what it calls “future-killing” tax policies. We’ll break it all down. Plus, we’re seeing big changes to the employment picture. The “Great Resignation” is all but over, and working from home could soon be a relic, too. We’ll explain why.

Apr 13, 202344 min

Recession Risk Rises 4/12/23

Fallout from the U.S. banking crisis is likely to tilt the economy into a mild recession later this year, according to the Fed minutes released today. That comes after CPI data cooled in March. Are markets and the Fed now on a collision course? And what could that mean for you and your money? We’ll explore all of the angles for you.

Apr 12, 202344 min

Tech Titans, and Cost Conundrum 4/11/23

The Nasdaq is falling again today, on pace for its 5th drop in 6 sessions. We’ll take a closer look at 2 tech titans off to a rough start in April: Apple & Tesla. Plus, the markets are awaiting tomorrow’s big CPI print. If it shows inflation cooling, could the Fed press pause on rate hikes? Could stocks sinks if keeps hiking? We’ll weigh all the scenarios.

Apr 11, 202343 min

Busy Week Ahead, and Franchise Fatigue 4/10/23

It’s a busy week for the markets. We have CPI and retail sales data on the economic front, but also earnings season kicking off with a lot of big banks. We’ll explain what you need to watch for, and what you should be doing with your money ahead of it all. Plus, Disney just announced 3 more Star Wars movies on deck, while “Super Mario Bros.” is cleaning up at the box office. Could franchise fatigue start setting in? We’ll debate.

Apr 10, 202343 min

Jobs Jitters 4/6/23

The jobs market is showing signs of cracking. Weekly jobless claims are on the rise, following a weak report on payrolls from ADP. All as Wall Street awaits the big government employment report due out tomorrow. We’ll look at what these ‘labor pains’ mean for the Fed, markets & the economy.

Apr 06, 202344 min

Is the Worst Over?, and “Layoff Etiquette” 4/5/23

Is the banking crisis finally over? JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says “no,” and that the repercussions will be felt for years. But we’ll speak to an analyst who’s upgrading one regional bank, saying there’s still “value” in it. Plus, what’s the best way to get laid off: in person at the office, or from the comfort of your own home? Our panel will discuss that and several other hot topics of the day.

Apr 05, 202343 min

Market Pessimism, and Trump’s Arraignment 4/4/23

Stocks are pulling back today after a strong recent run. But despite that good start to 2023, market pessimism is running high. We’ll ask legendary investor Mario Gabelli what he sees ahead for the stock market and the economy. Plus, Fmr. President Donald Trump is about to be arraigned in a New York court. We’ll bring you the latest details as they happen.

Apr 04, 202357 min

Stocks vs. Bonds, and Back Down to Earth 3/31/23

Market turmoil & rising bond yields have some investors willing to sit on the sidelines and take the steady returns in treasuries. But are they going to be sorry later? We’ll hear both sides of the argument in a ‘stocks vs. bonds’ bull fight. Plus, Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit is cutting nearly all of its workers and ceasing operations for the foreseeable future. We’ll discuss the latest black eye for the once-hot SPAC space.

Mar 31, 202343 min

Tech Marches Higher, and Shrinking Bonuses 3/30/23

Stocks are holding on to their March gains, and it’s tech names leading the way. The Nasdaq is up 4%, while Apple, Amazon, Alphabet & Microsoft are all up 10% or more. Can they continue to lead the way? We’ll explore. Plus, Wall Street bonuses have taken a big hit, down 26% from last year. We’ll talk to New York’s state comptroller about the big impact this has on the economy.

Mar 30, 202343 min

Is Cash Still King? 3/29/23

Markets are higher today, as investors seem to be hoping the worst of the banking crisis is over. Is recent bearishness starting to lift? We’ll explore. Plus, if pessimism around stocks is lifting, is it time to change your investment decisions? We’ll talk to the head of the Pacer U.S. Cash Cows ETF about where to invest now.

Mar 29, 202343 min

The Blame Game, and Corporate Changes 3/28/23

A Senate hearing on the collapse of Silicon Valley & Signature Bank is underway in Washington today, with the Fed now becoming a target of ire. Where did it all go wrong? And more importantly, what can be fixed to prevent this from happening again in the future? We’ll explore. Plus, some big corporate shakeups are underway at a couple of former high-flyers. Alibaba is getting broken up, while Lyft is getting a new CEO. We’ll discuss the road ahead for both.

Mar 28, 202343 min

Mixed Signals, and Tim Cook’s China Trip 3/27/23

We’re getting some mixed signals on what could happen next in the banking crisis. We’ll look at one positive development, but also the area many are looking at as the next trouble spot. Plus, Tim Cook visited China, and got welcomed with applause. But with the TikTok CEO getting grilled over its ties to Beijing, is there a double standard? We’ll discuss.

Mar 27, 202343 min

Bank Worries, and 3M’s Legal Woes 3/24/23

Shares of Germany’s Deutsche Bank are sinking today, as concerns about its health hit the market. But stocks are shaking it off. Is the banking crisis actually contained, or should we still be fearful of contagion concerns? We’ll debate. Plus, shares of 3M just hit a 52-week low, as its earplugs lawsuit continues to drag on. Analysts fear it could cost billions. We’ll explore.

Mar 24, 202344 min

Stocks Bounce Back, and A Plan To Ban? 3/23/23

Stocks are bouncing back today, following yesterday’s post-Powell selloff. We’ll get to the bottom of what’s moving markets, and explore where we could head next. Plus, TikTok’s CEO is testifying on Capitol Hill, as calls for a ban of the platform grow louder. We’ll cover all the angles, and speak to a TikTok creator about the impact of a potential ban.

Mar 23, 202344 min

The Fed’s Path Forward: Prepare For A Pause? 3/22/23

The Federal Reserve just hiked interest rates by a quarter point, and indicated increases are nearing an end. We’ll discuss where we go from here, and what it means for markets, the economy & your money leading up to Chair Powell’s press conference.

Mar 22, 202329 min

Countdown to The Fed 3/21/23

We’re just 24 hours away from the latest Fed decision. And this time, it truly is one of the most important meetings in recent memory. Will they raise, or will they pause? We’ll discuss what they might do, the impact it will have on markets, and how you should be investing ahead of the decision.

Mar 21, 202344 min

The Blame Game, and More Tech Troubles 3/20/23

Stocks are higher today, as UBS is rescuing Credit Suisse from the brink. But bond holders are getting wiped out, and they’re not happy. And unhappiness is a common theme here: Europe is now upset with the U.S., and a lot of people are blaming capitalism as a whole. We’ll explore all those issues. Plus, Amazon just announced it will do another 9,000 job cuts. While Apple is making other cuts to try and remain the lone tech titan not to make layoffs. We’ve got the latest details....

Mar 20, 202339 min

Banks & Beyond, and More Red Flags? 3/17/23

Financials were the focus for global markets this week. But 2 other groups were making some interesting moves. We’ll reveal the sectors, and break it all down for you. Plus, The Silicon Valley Bank collapse has revealed some major flaws in banking…and corporate America, too. We’ll take a hard look at some potential problem spots forming.

Mar 17, 202343 min

Power Lunch 3/16/23

CNBC’sTyler MathisenandKelly Evanstake you through the heart of the business day bringing you the latest developments and instant analysis on the stocks and stories driving the day’s agenda. “Power Lunch” delves into the economy, markets, politics, real estate, media, technology and more. The show sits at the intersection of power and money. “Power Lunch” gives viewers a full plate of CNBC’s award-winning business newscoverage, plus a healthy dose of personality from the show’s anchors and the n...

Mar 16, 202344 min

Bank Crisis Concerns 3/15/23

U.S. stocks are following European markets lower, as Credit Suisse becomes the latest crisis underway for the banking sector. We’ll track all of the angles of the story for you, including what’s at stake for markets, the economy & your money.

Mar 15, 202343 min

Relief Rally, and More Meta Cuts 03/14/23

Stocks are jumping today, as inflation data came in just as experts expected. And bank shares are soaring, as investors seem to think the worst is over. We’ll tell you how to position. Plus, Meta is cutting another 10,000 jobs, and leaving another 5,000 positions unfilled. And its no longer supporting NFTs. What does the future look like for Mark Zuckerberg’s company? We’ll explore.

Mar 14, 202344 min
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