Squawk Pod 5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 9/8/2025
Sep 8, 2025
Get ready for some exciting market updates! Robinhood, Applovin, and Emcor are joining the S&P 500 soon. In tech news, chipmaker ASML will partner with Mistral AI, signaling strong investments ahead. OpenAI's projected cash burn is on the rise, reaching a staggering $115 billion by 2029. In entertainment, 'The Conjuring' franchise hits a milestone with its latest film's record-breaking opening weekend. Plus, two lucky winners are splitting a jaw-dropping $1.8 billion Powerball jackpot!
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S&P 500 Additions Signal Big Demand
- Robinhood, AppLovin, and Amcor will join the S&P 500 before trading on September 22nd.
- Inclusion signals significant index-driven demand and is a major milestone for those companies.
ASML Deepens Ties With AI Startup
- ASML is reportedly committing $1.3 billion to become the top investor in Mistral AI and will take a board seat.
- The move ties a chip-equipment leader directly into an AI startup's governance and funding.
OpenAI's Much Bigger Cash Burn Forecast
- OpenAI reportedly raised its projected cash burn to $115 billion through 2029, $80 billion more than prior expectations.
- That large forecast may surprise recent investors and changes the company's funding and runway calculus.