Morning Call

“Worldwide Exchange” delivers essential, actionable information and analysis for anyone who wants to be part of the global business conversation. Anchored by Brian Sullivan, the program will prepare CNBC’s worldwide audience with a smart take on overnight U.S. news and live international market action. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We take a look at the economic impact of a divided Congress, and the bills passing through legislature right now amidst the fallout in Afghanistan. Plus, Hurricane Henri has hit the Northeast, and it’s not over yet—we look at what to expect. And the S&P has had a record run, with highs not seen since 2016! We talk to some market watchers about what to do with your money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tesla announced a new humanoid robot at its AI Day event. We break down that and the other highlights with The Verge’s Andrew Hawkins. Plus, a major Chinese port has been shut down after a positive Covid case. We discuss the global impact. And Brian has a highlight from his California trip that he took in an electric car! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As kids go back to school, ed tech could be filling the learning gaps caused by the pandemic. The CEO of Houghton Mifflin Harcourt joins to discuss investment in learning tech. Plus, the housing market has been hot, but could it be slowing down? We take a look. And Brian dives into another hot market right now—used cars. Could there be signs of cooling? He looks at the data in his RBI. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We take a look at how the political turmoil in Afghanistan will impact rare mineral mining in the country, and what the ripple effects could be. Plus, it’s a big week for retail earnings—we speak with Refinitiv’s Jharonne Martis about what to expect. And Brian’s RBI focuses on the top six highest paid executives in 2020. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UBS' Michael Lasser previews what to expect from the big retailers reporting earnings this week, starting with Walmart and Home Depot. Plus, Kari Firestone discusses whether the markets can continue to grind even higher, and which stocks from the reopening and stay-at-home sectors still offer opportunity. And, one year after a headline rocked the Big Apple and other major cities during the pandemic, Robert Frank revisits whether New York City is really "dead". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The U.S. is preparing to send 1,000 more troops to Afghanistan as the Taliban continues its takeover of the country. Our own Dan Murphy takes us through what’s happening on the ground. Plus, as people return to the office and to schools, Covid testing is becoming critical—we speak with the CEO of one testing company about what they’re doing to prepare. And the CEO of Houston Methodist Hospital joins us with a look at what’s happening in Texas, as hospitalizations in the state surge. And it’s a big week for retail earnings and back to school season is kicking off—Stacey Widlitz joins us with her take on the space. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Disney posted a blowout third quarter earnings report, with streaming and parks in focus. CFRA’s Tuna Amobi joins to break down the quarter. Plus, Hawaii is seeing a surge in Covid cases, and reinstating some restrictions. We speak with the Lieutenant Governor about how things look on the ground. And shipping rates are spiking—Jefferies’ Randy Giveans joins to talk about why. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NYC restaurants will soon require vaccination status to seat people indoors. We speak with Chef Eric Ripert about how that will impact the industry, and how he views the city’s comeback. Plus, New Jersey is seeing a surge in Covid cases despite being one of the most highly vaccinated states. We speak with University Hospital CEO Dr. Shereef Elnahal. And President Biden is calling on OPEC countries to increase production, but the CEO of American Petroleum Institute calls that “outrageous.” We find out why. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Investopedia is out with their latest survey on investor sentiment. Editor in Chief Caleb Silver joins to talk about where readers’ heads are. Plus, Coinbase reported stellar earnings—we speak with Cleo Capital’s Sarah Kunst about what it means for the company long-term. And We discuss the latest in the Covid pandemic with Dr. Kavita Patel of Brookings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.