CNBC Business News Update Market Open: Stocks Mixed, Retail Sales Disappoint, Kalshi Explains Information Vs Insider Information Betting 2/10/26
Feb 10, 2026
Tarek Mansouris, CEO of Kalshi and leader of a regulated prediction market platform. He explains how Kalshi’s rules treat public information versus material non-public information. Short takes cover novelty non-sport wagers, the platform’s Super Bowl betting volume, and enforcement limits around tracing profits and market risk.
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Retail Sales Disappoint In December
- December retail sales unexpectedly stalled, marking the weakest reading since May of last year.
- CNBC notes investors worry this could signal softer consumer demand into 2026.
New York Fed Report Adds Consumer Context
- The New York Fed household debt and credit report will provide another snapshot of Americans' finances.
- CNBC frames it as an additional read on consumer balance sheets and stress levels.
Corporate Guidance And Policy Create Headwinds
- Coca-Cola warned on modest growth, and its shares fell amid concerns over slowing demand.
- Political moves in Washington over tariffs could also create market uncertainty near term.