Halftime Report

Rob Seigel, equity strategist on tech, semiconductors, and energy; Jim Laventhal, macro-focused portfolio manager; Josh Brown, Ritholtz CEO known for market and behavioral takes; Stephanie Link, portfolio manager tracking consumer and tech. They debate the Fed chair pick and its market ripple, unpack a rapid silver/options swing, preview Apple, Alphabet and Amazon earnings, and weigh memory/semiconductor momentum.

Malcolm Etheridge, investment pro with earnings and AI spend chops; Rob Seachin, portfolio manager with stock-specific tech and defense views; Jim LaBenteal, seasoned market commentator; Josh Brown, Ritholtz CEO known for market takes. They dig into Microsoft’s sell-off and AI monetization questions. They contrast Meta’s ad path with Microsoft’s cloud model. They spotlight software drawdowns, IBM’s AI gains, defense winners, and Josh’s pick Nucor.

Mike Santoli, CNBC markets commentator who breaks down midday flows. Bryn Talkington, investment committee strategist focused on sector rotations. Jenny Harrington, portfolio manager weighing earnings and dividends. Joe Terranova, veteran trader on positioning and risk. They debate the S&P 7,000 milestone, narrow mega-cap leadership versus breadth, AI and CapEx scrutiny, and why energy is leading in 2026.

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate how important the next few days are for the rally as Mega Cap Earnings, the Fed Decision and a potential government shutdown hang over stocks. Plus,  the desk reacts to a letter from Activist Investor Dan Loeb and his firm Third Point calling for a new board for Costar Group, citing "weak oversight." And later, we hit the Setup on some Committee names reporting earnings tomorrow. Investment Committee Disclosures Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate this pivotal week ahead for the markets with Mega Cap Earnings reporting in the coming days and the Fed Decision on Wednesday. Plus, the desk shares their latest portfolio moves. And later, we hit the latest Calls of the Day and how to trade them.  Investment Committee Disclosures Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the huge week ahead for the markets with Mega Cap Earnings reporting next week. Plus, the desk shares their latest portfolio moves. And later, we dive into Tesla Earnings next week, shareholder Bryn Talkington gives her take on the stock and how to trade it. Investment Committee Disclosures Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate how to trade the rebound in the markets after President Trump threatened tariffs on Tuesday. Plus, the Committee shares their latest portfolio moves. And later, Josh Brown spotlights a solar stock in his "Best Stocks in the Market." Investment Committee Disclosures Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cathie Wood, CEO of ARK Invest and an authority on disruptive innovation, shares her bold 2026 market outlook, emphasizing a 'coiled spring' economy ripe for investment cycles. Joe Terranova discusses tactical opportunities in small caps and energy sectors, while Shannon Sakosha warns of potential volatility as investors navigate crowded positions. The panel also debates the implications of President's Davos remarks on market sentiment and explores the nuances of tech stocks, particularly focusing on NVIDIA and Tesla's future roles.

Joe Taranova, an expert in tactical market views, discusses the impact of rising Treasury yields, focusing on natural gas and financial sectors. Liz Thomas shares insights on opportunities in software and cyclicals amidst the market turmoil. Brian Belsky emphasizes utilities and energy for long-term investments. Wealth manager Josh Brown advocates for utilities, highlighting top picks amidst ongoing volatility. The panel debates whether current market dips present buying opportunities, analyzing trends and assessing stock recommendations.

In this discussion, Stephanie Link, a seasoned portfolio manager, emphasizes the importance of diversification beyond mega-cap tech. Jenny Harrington advocates for risk management through granular stock-picking strategies, while Josh Brown categorizes the ongoing rally as a cyclical bull market linked to AI advancements. He highlights CBRE Group as a top stock, praising its shift towards recurring services. The panel debates the future of key tech stocks and reviews market reactions as earnings season approaches, providing insights into portfolio strategies for 2026.