Closing Bell

Today marks a new quarter for stocks with the economy, earnings , election and geopolitics all on investors minds. Morgan Stanley’s Chris Toomey – one of the country’s top investment advisors – reveals how he is navigating the market right now. Plus, star chip analyst Stacy Rasgon weighs in on the sell-off in the semi space. And, we break down what to watch when Nike reports in Overtime.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As September closes, the market experiences surprising rallies influenced by the Federal Reserve's comments. The potential implications of a ports strike loom large, impacting supply chains ahead of the holiday season. Delving into the industrial sector, experts highlight strong performances from giants like GE, and an impressive surge in homebuilder stocks points to growth. Discussions also touch on labor dynamics, upcoming IPOs, and Wall Street's earnings outlook, revealing a landscape rich with opportunities despite evolving challenges.

Brian Belski, a market analyst from Solus Alternative Asset Management, discusses the longevity of the current stock bull run. Ryan Detrick, a skilled technician, shares insights on upcoming market rallies, banking on year-end optimism. Seema Mody, a financial journalist, analyzes the unexpected drop in Carnival shares despite strong earnings, shedding light on trends in the travel sector. Together, they explore key economic shifts, sector performances, and investor strategies as the market approaches the end of the quarter.

Loretta Mester, former Cleveland Fed President, shares her insights on the Federal Reserve's future strategies amidst changing economic conditions. She discusses the crucial balancing act between inflation control and employment goals. Matt McIlwain, Managing Director at Madrona, dives into OpenAI's recent funding challenges and the increasing role of private equity in tech investments. They also touch on shifts in consumer spending behavior and the competitive landscape in the technology sector.

In this lively discussion, financial experts David Kelly from JP Morgan, Warren Pies of 3Fourteen, and Shannon Saccocia from Neuberger Berman share their insights on the economic landscape and stock market trends. They debate the soft-landing scenario and the outlook for the quarter ahead. Aneesha Sherman of AB Bernstein provides an analysis of consumer behavior, focusing on Nike earnings. Savita Subramanian from BofA discusses the ongoing rise of value stocks and forecasts further growth, adding depth to a compelling financial conversation.

The U.S. Commerce Department has unveiled a proposed a ban on Chinese software and hardware in connected vehicles on American roads—but it could expand to drones and other technology. Skydio co-founder & CEO Adam Bry joins Morgan Brennan on the heels of his company’s customer day. The largest maker of drones in the U.S., Bry and Brennan discuss the future of the technology, implications for public safety, & potential for package delivery by drones. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bob Jordan, CEO of Southwest Airlines, shares his new three-year plan aimed at boosting profitability while addressing activist investor Elliott Management's concerns. Ruchir Sharma, Chairman of Rockefeller International, expresses skepticism about the sustainability of the recent rally in Chinese stocks despite government stimulus measures. Joe Feldman from Telsey reacts to corporate earnings, particularly Costco's mixed performance, while discussing market trends and investment strategies amidst economic challenges.

From the open to the close, “Closing Bell” and “Closing Bell: Overtime” have you covered. From what’s driving market moves to how investors are reacting, Scott Wapner, Jon Fortt, Morgan Brennan and Michael Santoli guide listeners through each trading session and bring to you some of the biggest names in business. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

World leaders and policymakers are meeting for both the UN General Assembly and Climate Week this week: a primetime for Planet Labs’s latest product launch and satellite success. The company, which operates the largest earth observation constellation in low-Earth orbit, has unveiled the world’s first-ever forest carbon monitoring system at 3 meter resolution. Additionally, the publicly traded company revealed images from it new hyperspectral satellite, Tanager-1. CEO Will Marshall joins Morgan Brennan to discuss AI in the space race, and why he believes his company  is positioning itself for a “multi-trillion dollar transition to a sustainable economy.” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meta unveiled its long-awaited AR headset at its Meta Connect developers conference. Chief Product Officer Chris Cox joins for a rare interview to talk the company’s AI strategy, spending and election efforts. Micron jumped on strong guidance after earnings; CFRA analyst Angelo Zino on what to do with the stock. Our Pippa Stevens reports on the surge in nuclear energy demand thanks to AI while Cameco CEO Tim Gitzel discusses his company’s plans to meet that demand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.