Closing Bell Overtime: Top Analyst Unveils His New Top Big Tech Pick; What Today’s CPI Report Means For The Markets & The Fed 10/12/23
Oct 12, 2023
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Former Fed Governor Frederic Mishkin analyzes today’s CPI report. Evercore’s Mark Mahaney unveils his new top big tech pick. HashiCorp CEO Dave McJannet talks the company’s new AI products. RBC analyst Gerard Cassidy previews bank earnings. CEOs and President Biden discuss the economy and infrastructure. Tech sector outlook and investing opportunities. The impact of wars and DC dysfunction on banks.
The rise in yields has a mixed impact on banks, affecting loans and unrealized bond losses, while long-term balance sheet growth is primarily driven by short-term rates.
HashiCorp's CEO emphasizes their commitment to customers by announcing new AI features in their cloud platform, showcasing their dedication to supporting developers and leveraging AI technology.
Deep dives
CEOs remain cautious on the economy
The CEO confidence index fell to 46 in the fourth quarter, with 72% of CEOs preparing for a recession in the next 12-18 months. The rise in yields is a mixed bag for banks, impacting loans and unrealized bond losses. JP Morgan is the bellwether for bank earnings, but Wells Fargo is rated as a hold due to regulatory restrictions. The overall spending environment is shifting, but long-term secular trends remain positive.
HashiCorp unveils new AI features in its cloud platform
HashiCorp announced AI features in its core cloud platform, making it easier for developers to manage infrastructure. These updates highlight HashiCorp's commitment to its user community amidst recent challenges. HashiCorp's CEO emphasizes the company's focus on delivering for customers and leveraging AI within their products.
Former CEO testifies in the FTS fraud trial
The government's witness and ex-girlfriend of FTS founder Sam Bankman-Fried testified in the fraud trial for three days. The defense cross-examined the witness, challenging her credibility and introducing doubt. The courtroom tension was evident between the two and both avoided eye contact. FTS stock price has faced volatility since the trial began.
Big banks set to report earnings
Big banks, including JP Morgan, Citigroup, Wells Fargo, and PNC, are reporting earnings. Rising yields impact different segments, but long-term balance sheet growth is primarily driven by short-term rates. Wells Fargo is rated as a hold due to regulatory restrictions, while JP Morgan is seen as the bellwether for the sector.
Stocks finished well off their lows but couldn’t climb into positive territory, snapping a four-day winning streak for the major averages. Vital Knowledge’s Adam Crisafulli and Main Street Research CIO James Demmert break down the market action. Former Fed Governor Frederic Mishkin talks today’s CPI report and the recent spate of Fedspeak. Evercore’s Mark Mahaney unveils his new top big tech pick heading into earnings season. HashiCorp CEO Dave McJannet talks the company’s new AI products. Gerard Cassidy, RBC analyst, previews bank earnings. Plus, our Kate Rooney on the latest testimony from Caroline Ellison in the Sam Bankman-Fried trial and Eamon Javers on today’s CEO meeting at the White House to talk the economy.
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