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Joe, Becky, and Andrew recap a long, turbulent month and quarter for the markets as we head into the fourth quarter. Investor, founder of Evercore, and former U.S. Treasury official Roger Altman discusses whether the Fed’s policies will have a hard or a soft landing, and Altman considers whether in two years, we’ll be in an economic recession or recovery. A text thread between Elon Musk and Jack Dorsey has revealed the friendships and strains behind the scenes of Musk-Twitter Soap Opera. Plus, Andrew’s won an Emmy!  In this episode:Becky Quick @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew 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.

30 Sep 202232min

Legendary investor Stanley Druckenmiller warned Wall Street of a gloomy market future at CNBC’s Delivering Alpha Investors Summit. Joe breaks down his Druckenmiller interview with Becky, and they weigh the pros and cons of Federal Reserve policy. Despite a gloomy start, the rest of this episode is uplifting, literally. AOL founder Steve Case discusses his new book, “The Rise of the Rest,” and how supporting entrepreneurs in unexpected places could push America’s innovation forward. The pandemic has forced a reevaluation of city life, commutes, and wealth disparity; Case says that one key to unity and to a bright business future is backing startups between the major hubs that already exist. Plus, September is brain aneurysm awareness month. CNBC’s Sharon Epperson reports on a personal and personal finance story; how the 1 in 4 American adults living with disabilities plan for their financial futures, and the vibrant community that supports them along the way. She highlights Daniel Trush, who founded Daniel’s Music Foundation after surviving a brain aneurysm rupture. The group builds on music therapy, bringing light to a community of New York area adults living with disabilities. For more information about Daniel’s Music Foundation, visit danielsmusic.org and to find resources for survivors of brain aneurysms, go to bafound.org.  In this episode:Daniel Trush, @DanielsMusicFdnSteve Case, @SteveCaseBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkSharon Epperson, @Sharon_EppersonKatie 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.

29 Sep 202231min

Joe Kernen and Becky Quick are on site at CNBC’s 2022 Delivering Alpha Investors Summit, where they interview Muddy Waters CIO Carson Block about his firm’s short-selling thesis, his mission to call out fraudulent businesses, and the difference between “fake” and “real” ESG companies. CNBC’s Jim Cramer and David Faber join to discuss the Fed’s fight against inflation, and global threats to the markets–including Russia’s offensive in Ukraine and the Bank of England’s big bond buy. Plus, protests, internet blackouts, and violence rock Iran as citizens challenge the country’s morality police. Senior Fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace Middle East Program Karim Sadjadpour discusses internet access and Elon Musk’s Starlink activation in Iran amid the unrest.  In this episode:Karim Sadjadpour, @ksadjadpourBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkJim Cramer, @jimcramerDavid Faber, @davidfaberCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

28 Sep 202226min

Ark Invest CEO and Chief Investment Officer Cathie Wood discusses her newest launch: a venture firm for private investments, open to non-accredited investors. As international currencies like the British pound, South Korean won, Japanese yen, and euro all fall weaker against the dollar, Wood shares her firm’s perspective on recession and inflation. A famed tech investor, Wood explains her bullish five-year thesis on Tesla. Plus, mortgage rates keep going up, and three men are answering for a $100 million deli scheme in New Jersey.  In this episode:Cathie Wood, @CathieDWoodJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew 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.

27 Sep 202226min

Are we on the wrong path in the fight against inflation?  Wharton Business School professor Jeremy Siegel criticizes the Federal Reserve and its chairman, Jerome Powell, saying the U.S. central bank is moving too aggressively to fight inflation and will hurt American workers in the process.  The British pound falls to historic lows against the U.S. dollar, sparking currency concerns around the globe.  Plus, the new fee that car dealerships are trying out on auto lease consumers.  In this episode:Phil Lebeau, @LebeaucarnewsMelissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBCJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkKatie 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.

26 Sep 202223min

A rough week ends on Wall Street as markets take a dive and bond years are surging. Why? Becky Quick and Melissa Lee take a closer look at the investor worries and the wonky numbers driving the market downturn. This comes after the Federal Reserve announced it will be raising interest rates 75 basis points. CNBC’s Steve Liesman explores the market reaction to the Fed’s decision and its global impact. Plus, Boeing has agreed to pay $200 million to settle charges over the two deadly crashes from its 737 Max jetliners. CNBC’s Phil Lebeau breaks down what this means for the plane manufacturer. And Ellevest CEO Sallie Krawcheck shares data from the Women’s Financial Health Index and sheds more light on how women invest and what they’re worried about.  Steve Liesman, @SteveLiesmanSallie Krawcheck, @SallieKrawcheckPhil Lebeau, @LebeaucarnewsBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickMelissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBCKatie 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.

23 Sep 202223min

“Software plus heroism can really slay the giant,” Palantir CEO Alex Karp tells Andrew Ross Sorkin and Becky Quick in his analysis of how big data and technology have changed modern warfare. Karp is carefully watching Russia’s first military mobilization since World War II and the ongoing crisis in Ukraine; he thinks that countries around the world are taking notice of the new global order. The Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate 75 basis points and the world’s central banks are moving similarly, working aggressively to combat inflation. Former Federal Reserve Vice Chair Roger Ferguson discusses the road ahead for Fed Chair Jay Powell and offers perspective on the market reaction. The CEOs of the nation’s largest consumer banks faced Congressional questioning this week; some financial leaders say they don’t plan to use the new merchant code classification for firearms purchases.  And Disney heiress Abigail Disney is taking on inequality inside the company her grandfather founded – she discusses how her viral comments on Squawk Box led to her advocacy.  In this episode:  Alex Karp @PalantirTechAbigail Disney @abigaildisneyBecky 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.

22 Sep 202238min

Patagonia’s founding family is redirecting their billions to fight climate change and preserve our Earth; the move has sparked conversation about ‘woke capitalism’ and a company’s impact on the world, versus its return to shareholders. Patagonia CEO Ryan Gellert discusses his predecessor’s choice to “make Earth its only shareholder,” and whether the drastic move will really make a difference. Axios co-founder Mike Allen discusses former President Trump’s strategy for announcing another run for office, President Biden taking a hard line against Russia, and his new book on succinct journalism, ‘Smart Brevity.’ Plus, Europe’s energy crisis is threatening small businesses, and a new study shows, anxiety strikes all ages.  In this episode:Ryan Gellert, @PatagoniaMike Allen, @mikeallenBecky Quick @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew 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.

21 Sep 202234min