Squawk on the Street

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber took a closer look at the reopening trade including airline and cruise stocks on a day in which the S&P 500 hit a new all-time intraday high. They also discussed Evercore ISI raising its price target on Apple to a street-high $175 per share. SPACs and electric vehicle maker Lucid motors also in focus, including David's encounter with the company's CEO. In an exclusive, David interviewed the chairman of Oxycontin maker Purdue Pharma about the company's bankruptcy reorganization plan and multi-billion dollar opioid settlement. The anchors looked back at the COVID-fueled market crash which occurred one year ago on March 16, 2020. On that date the Dow plunged by almost 3,000 points -- with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq each tumbling by twelve percent. You'll hear what Jim Cramer said on that date about the crash. Also in focus: What United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby told CNBC about the travel outlook as COVID vaccinations ramp up, Moderna's COVID vaccine trials involving children, AstraZeneca facing challenges as multiple European countries suspend use of its vaccine on blood clot concerns, and what AMD CEO Lisa Su told Jim about meeting demand in wake of the chip shortage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber kicked off a new market week with the Dow, S&P 500 and Russell 2000 heading into the trading session at record highs. The anchors discussed sector rotation in the markets as investors try to position themselves for a recovery, SPACs coming off a positive week, plus an upbeat morning for airline stocks: The Transportation Safety Administration said airport screening levels are now at one-year highs. Separately, Southwest said passenger demand is continuing to improve this month. Tesla also in the spotlight after its regulatory filing noting that "the titles of Elon Musk and Zach Kirkhorn have changed to Technoking of Tesla and Master of Coin, respectively..." and that they will maintain their respective positions as CEO and CFO. David revisited last week's interviews with the CEOs of Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile about the record-breaking 5G auction. Also in focus: Eli Lilly shares tumbling on news regarding its Alzheimer's drug, European countries suspending the use of AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, President Biden reportedly planning the first major federal tax hike since 1993, Treasury Secretary Yellen's comments on calls for a wealth tax, and Jim Cramer's "Mad Money" celebrates its 16th anniversary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli led off the show with a look at what's next for stocks one day after the Dow and S&P 500 hit new record highs. Tech stocks erasing many of the gains from Thursday's rally as bond yields rise. Will the surge in yields be short-lived? The anchors also discussed the markets pricing in the acceleration of growth. How much of an economic rebound will we see as millions more become fully vaccinated? President Biden announced he is directing states to make all adults eligible to receive a COVID-19 vaccine by May 1. Carl, David and Mike also explored Tesla facing heightened competition as more companies enter the electric vehicle space. David had an exclusive interview with AT&T CEO John Stankey. They discussed the company's "Investor Day," AT&T's more than $27-billion investment in C-Band spectrum licenses and the road ahead for its HBO Max streaming service. Also in focus: This year's bank stocks rally, comments from Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon on work-from-home versus returning to the office, a Citi Apple analyst's note on the Apple Car, plus another IPO coming to market - The CEO of residential and commercial pool manufacturer Hayward Holdings appeared on the program to discuss his company's public debut. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the first anniversary of the World Health Organization declaring the COVID-19 outbreak a pandemic, Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Mike Santoli took an in-depth look at another record day for the Dow, plus a rally for the Nasdaq as yields stabilize one day after the House passed the $1.9-trillion COVID relief package -- and Pfizer and BioNTech said data from Israel suggests that their COVID-19 vaccine is 94% effective in preventing asymptomatic infections. The anchors reacted to what Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla told CNBC about the importance of getting the first vaccine available. They also discussed Dr. Anthony Fauci's recollection of the first time he received groundbreaking news about Pfizer's vaccine "in his own words." Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg also joined the program the morning after his company's investor meeting to discuss 5G, the streaming landscape and why Verizon spent $53-billion on C-Band spectrum. Also in focus: Roblox's second day of trading on Wall Street and what's pressuring shares of General Electric. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Leslie Picker discuss the big move for stocks, as the Dow sets a new intraday record high. Data out Wednesday morning showing tame inflation, easing worries about rising prices that have jolted yields. Plus, GE merging its aircraft leasing unit with rival AerCap in a $30 billion deal. David speaks with GE CEO, Larry Culp on the deal and much more. A report out of Japan’s Nikkei says Apple is going to be cutting its iPhone production orders for the first half this year by 20%, focusing in on the iPhone Mini. Roblox preparing to go public on the New York Stock Exchange through a direct listing. The exchange setting a reference price for the video game platform at $45 per share. “Meme stocks” moving higher, Gamestop, AMC and Koss all surging. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The “Squawk on the Street” team discusses the big swing higher for stocks. Big moves for the tech-heavy Nasdaq, as giants Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, Netflix and Alphabet all gain at lease 2%. Tesla popping, after falling for 5 straight sessions and losing 21% over that span. And the airlines extending their rally in hopes of a big post-pandemic rebound. The “Squawk on the Street” team speaks with a top Cowen analyst about the road ahead for the airlines, travel and more. Tanger Outlets hammered after Goldman Sachs downgraded the stock to sell from neutral. More positive news on the vaccine front. The Pfizer – BioNTech vaccine appears to be highly effective against a more contagious variant of the virus first discovered in Brazil. Plus, a close look at bank stocks which have rallied big since their pandemic low back in March of Last Year. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The “Squawk on the Street” team discusses the mixed market. The Dow changing course after bullish comments from hedge fund manager David Tepper. Tepper writing in to CNBC that a, “combination of stimulus and low Japanese bond yields positive for U.S. stocks.” That “selling of U.S. Treasury’s is likely over” and “stocks like Amazon look attractive.” The Senate passing that $1.9 trillion dollar Covid relief bill. President Biden says people will start getting stimulus checks this month. Oil in focus again, as Brent crude breaks $70 after Saudi Arabia’s oil facilities were attacked by Yemen’s Houthis. Plus, a busy morning for deals, David digs through the big movers. General Electric nearing a $30 billion deal to merge its aircraft leasing business with AerCap Holdings. Apollo Global gains following news that it will merge with Athene Holding in an all-stock transaction valuing Athene at about $11 billion. And McAfee, surging on news it sold its enterprise business to privately held Symphony Technology Group for $4 billion in cash. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discuss the massive swings in the market. High-flying tech names taking a hit. Stocks swinging between gains and losses after a stronger-than-expected jobs report. The labor department reporting that nonfarm payrolls jumped by 379,000 for February and the unemployment rate fell to 6.2%. David Faber’s SPAC wrap for the week. He takes a look at the SPAC boom and if we may be nearing a bubble. CoStar dropping its bid to buy real estate data company CoreLogic, saying rising interest rates will hurt CoreLogic’s value. Plus, Carl, Jim and David dig through the big movers of the morning from Gap to Western Digital. And, reaction from the administration on today’s jobs report. National Economic Council Director, Brian Deese, joining Carl, Jim and David to discuss the jobs report and the 2021 economic outlook. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discuss the swing for stocks. Markets bouncing between gains and losses as investors digest a better-than-expected read on weekly jobless claims. The “Squawk on the Street” gang discusses the big movers of the morning including shares of GE gaining after Morgan Stanley raised its price target on the stock to a Street-high of $17 per share. Rocket Companies shares moving between gains and losses, following wide swings the past few days. The stock fell 33% yesterday after jumping 71% the day prior. An ETF honing in on the Reddit mania, ‘Buzz’ ETF, which tracks social media sentiment, launches. Plus, Carl, Jim and David discuss the future of streaming rights after reports that Amazon is in talks with the National Football League to carry a significant number of games exclusively on its Prime video service. The deal could see Amazon pay $1 billion for exclusive rights to most Thursday games. Plus, Square announces it’s acquiring a majority stake in Jay-Z’s streaming service tidal in a $297 million deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber breakdown the mixed morning for markets. Reddit traders honing in on their next pick, Rocket. That stock more than doubling over the past 3 sessions, but falling this morning over 10%. Plus, a vaccine boom in the U.S. President Biden announcing the U.S. will have enough vaccines for 300 million adults by the end of May, two months sooner than previously promised. Big business is betting on ESG, as FedEx commits to carbon-neutral operations by 2024 and ExxonMobil kicks off investor day focusing on its newly created business, ExxonMobil Low Carbon Solutions. Oscar Health getting ready to debut on the NYSE, after pricing above the already-raised range. Carl, Jim and David discuss breaking news, as Apollo Global announces it’s buying crafts retailer Michaels in a $5 billion deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.