David Tepper, A State Banquet, Nvidia Invests in Intel 9/18/25
Hedge fund billionaire David Tepper, founder of Appaloosa, discusses his bets on AI, his latest call on Chinese equities, and the lessons he’s learned after years of beating the market. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Massachusetts) discusses the Federal Reserve’s rate cut, and Eamon Javers reports on President Trump’s U.K. visit and the state banquet between American tech CEOs, the President and First Lady, and the royal family. Biographer Walter Isaacson discusses the cocktail of business and geopolitics served at that dinner. Plus, Nvidia is investing $5B in Intel. Walter Isaacson - 24:22Senator Elizabeth Warren - 32:10 David Tepper - 44:24 In this episode: Elizabeth Warren, @SenWarrenJon Fortt, @jonforttEamon Javers, @eamonjaversMike Santoli, @michaelsantoliJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
18 Sep 1h
Fed Decision Day, A UK Visit, & House Speaker Mike Johnson 9/17/25
Ahead of the Federal Reserve’s rate decision, Becky Quick and Joe Kernen consider monetary policy’s impact on the equity markets. House Speaker Mike Johnson underscores his hope that the central bank will cut interest rates this week, and he also discusses the President’s deadline extension for TikTok, ongoing trade talks with China, government funding, and the death of Charlie Kirk. President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrived at Windsor Castle today, where they were greeted with King Charles III, Queen Camilla, Prince William, and Kate Middleton, as well as an extensive parade. President Emeritus of the Council on Foreign Relations Richard Haass explains that regardless of the rare visit and special welcome, the United States has shifted its posture toward allies, including the UK. Plus, Stubhub makes its IPO today. Richard Haass - 17:54Speaker Mike Johnson - 27:59 In this episode: Mike Johnson, @SpeakerJohnsonJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
17 Sep 39min
5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 9/17/2025
The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Chinese authorities have reportedly told the country’s tech companies to stop buying chips from Nvidia, mortgage rates are dropping sharply ahead of today’s highly anticipated Federal Reserve rate decision, Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield has quit his namesake company, Baidu shares are jumping, and Costco has recalled bottles of its house brand prosecco. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
17 Sep 2min
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent: Tariffs, TikTok, & A Duel 9/16/25
On the ground in London for the President’s state visit, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discusses tariffs, a potential trade deal with China, Federal Reserve independence, and reports of a spar between himself and Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Bill Pulte. Plus, Stephen Miran was confirmed to the Federal Reserve Board, the SEC is considering changing reporting requirements for publicly traded companies, and President Trump is bringing a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times. Secretary Scott Bessent - 18:55 In this episode:Scott Bessent, @SecScottBessentJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
16 Sep 45min
Emmys & Streamers, NY Politics, & TikTok’s Deadline 9/15/25
After TV’s biggest night, Variety’s Brent Lang highlights the true winners at the Emmy Awards: streamers. Congressional Budget Office Director Phillip Swagel offers a long-term view of the American economy and American wallets, and he sees signs of weakening. Plus, New York Governor Kathy Hochul has endorsed Zohran Mamdani for NYC Mayor, China ruled that Nvidia violated anti-monopoly law, and TikTok parent ByteDance is up against another divesting deadline for its U.S. business. Phillip Swagel - 17:12Brent Lang - 28:20 In this episode:Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
15 Sep 39min
5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 9/12/2025
The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Lawyers for President Trump are asking an appeals court to let his bid to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook continue before next week’s Open Market Committee meeting, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent continues interviewing candidates for next Fed chair, Adobe shares are heading up, RH is under pressure, and AI tech firm Super Micro has begun to ship Nvidia Blackwell chips worldwide. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
15 Sep 1min
Ivanka Trump, Chobani, & Savannah Bananas 9/12/25
Paramount Skydance may be preparing a bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella told employees that the company must rebuild trust, internally. Ivanka Trump is partnering with Chobani CEO Hamdi Ulukaya to combat food waste through her company, Planet Harvest. Both entrepreneurs discuss the food supply chain and their new project, and Trump reflects on nearly a decade of friendship with the late Charlie Kirk. Plus, Jesse Cole, owner of the exhibition dancing baseball team Savannah Bananas, discusses the viral entertainment and athletic team that has captured the hearts of millions on social media. Finally, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin reflect on three decades of collaboration under the “Squawk Box” name. Ivanka Trump & Hamdi Ulukaya - 15:26Jesse Cole - 29:01 In this episode:Ivanka Trump, @IvankaTrumpHamdi Ulukaya, @hamdiulukayaJesse Cole, @YellowTuxJesseJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
12 Sep 37min
5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 9/12/2025
The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Lawyers for President Trump are asking an appeals court to let his bid to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook continue before next week’s Open Market Committee meeting, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent continues interviewing candidates for next Fed chair, Adobe shares are heading up, RH is under pressure, and AI tech firm Super Micro has begun to ship Nvidia Blackwell chips worldwide. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
12 Sep 2min
