Emily Wilkins, a CNBC reporter known for her insightful updates, discusses the recent passing of former President Jimmy Carter and the upcoming complexities surrounding the Speaker of the House election. The conversation dives into stock performance amidst a potential Santa Claus rally, the challenges faced by Chinese equities, and the impact of rising interest rates. They also explore the burgeoning 'dupe' culture in consumer products, highlighting how social media shapes this trend, while big tech like Apple grapples with market dynamics.

Michael Morris, an entertainment and media analyst at Guggenheim, shares insights on Netflix's rising stock and profitability despite slowing subscriber growth. Angelica Peebles discusses CVS Health's leadership shakeup and its financial outlook. Steve Kovac analyzes Apple's impressive iPhone sales in China. John Stolfes offers predictions on the S&P 500, while Logan Motoshami delves into the housing market's stagnation. Emily Wilkins highlights the significant crypto spending in Ohio's Senate race, revealing the industry's political influence.