Stan Smith: Not (Just) A Shoe 3/20/25

In its latest decision, the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates steady. The U.S. markets rallied on Fed Chair Jay Powell’s comments that the economy is still strong. Nvidia rallied as well; CEO Jensen Huang discussed tariffs, bringing chip manufacturing onshore, and tech innovation. Over a dozen leaders in the U.S. oil and gas industry met at the White House on Wednesday. Energy Secretary Chris Wright discusses that meeting and President Trump’s agenda for American power. Plus, tennis legend Stan Smith helped found the ATP in the 1970s. Today he weighs in on the future of the sport, player pay, and his legacy as a player and as the face of a beloved sneaker. Happy March Madness!

Chris Wright - 16:07

Stan Smith - 30:16

In this episode:

Melissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBC

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie