Morning Brief

Yahoo Finance
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Jun 2, 2025 • 49min

Stocks drop to kick off June trading after strong May, China slams US on trade, April jobs report looms

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Madison Mills break down the biggest market stories and spotlight trending tickers ahead of the opening bell. The team covers a rocky start to June as stocks pull back following a strong May. China accuses the US of violating its trade deal while Trump doubles tariffs on steel and aluminum. All eyes turn to the April jobs report and Jerome Powell’s upcoming comments after Fed’s Waller outlines a potential path for rate cuts. Tesla (TSLA) is also in focus after Elon Musk says he doesn’t “want to take responsibility for everything the administration’s doing” and reports show Tesla sales in Norway are up 213% year-over-year. Takeaways: Stocks fall as June trading begins, reversing strong May gains China accuses US of breaking trade deal as Trump raises steel and aluminum tariffs April jobs report and Powell’s speech key for Fed watchers Tesla surges in Norway with 213% sales jump Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Madison Mills and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 30, 2025 • 52min

US-China talks stall as tariffs hold, Fed faces pressure, Gap warns of $300M hit

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith break down the top market stories and spotlight trending tickers before the opening bell. The team examines Bessent’s warning that US-China talks have stalled with Trump’s tariffs staying in effect amid ongoing legal challenges. Plus, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge shows prices remain sticky as Trump pushes Powell for rate cuts ahead of the June meeting. And Gap (GPS) plunges after warning it could take a $300 million tariff hit, with Dell (DELL) also making moves. Takeaways: Bessent says US-China talks have stalled as tariffs remain in place Fed’s inflation gauge shows stubborn prices as Trump presses Powell for cuts Gap dives on warning of $300M tariff impact Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 29, 2025 • 51min

Stocks rise as trade court blocks Trump tariffs, Nvidia calms China fears

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith break down Wall Street’s top stories and spotlight trending tickers before the opening bell. The team digs into market reaction as a federal trade court blocks former President Trump’s tariffs, while Nvidia (NVDA) reassures investors with a stronger-than-expected forecast despite China headwinds. Plus, we dive into the latest economic data and take a look at top movers: Tesla (TSLA), HP (HPQ), and Foot Locker (FL). Takeaways: Stocks climb after court halts Trump-era tariffs Nvidia eases China concerns with bullish outlook Key GDP and PCE numbers signal Q2 economic strength Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 22, 2025 • 51min

Stocks sink on deficit fears, GOP tax bill drops, Bitcoin tops $111K

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers:  UnitedHealth Group (UNH) , Apple (AAPL), CoreWeave (CRWV) Takeaways: Stocks fall on deficit worries as bond yields climb House GOP unveils revised Trump tax and spending plan Bitcoin extends rally, surges past $111K Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is the ultimate guide to making smarter portfolio decisions. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 20, 2025 • 44min

S&P rally pauses, Home Depot misses, Senate pushes crypto bill

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers:  UnitedHealth Group (UNH) , Apple (AAPL), CoreWeave (CRWV) Takeaways: Rally stalls as S&P nears bull market; Dimon warns of complacency Home Depot misses earnings; says it won’t raise prices Senate advances major crypto regulation bill Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is the ultimate guide to making smarter portfolio decisions. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 15, 2025 • 48min

Futures steady as Powell speaks, Walmart reports, Dick’s buys Foot Locker

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers:  UnitedHealth Group (UNH) , Apple (AAPL), CoreWeave (CRWV) Takeaways: Futures mixed after PPI, retail sales, and Powell speech Walmart posts earnings amid retail focus Dick’s to acquire Foot Locker in major retail shakeup Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is the ultimate guide to making smarter portfolio decisions. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 14, 2025 • 48min

 S&P recovers losses, AI stocks surge, Apple supplier warns on tariffs

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers:  Super Mirco (SMCI), Apple (AAPL) Takeaways: S&P 500 back to flat YTD as AI trade gains steam; futures steady Trump’s Mideast trip fuels AI deals; Nvidia, Super Micro surge Apple supplier cuts guidance, citing tariff-related risks Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is the ultimate guide to making smarter portfolio decisions. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 13, 2025 • 30min

 Inflation, bull market, and Trump’s global deals drive investor focus

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers:  Nvidia (NVDA), AppLovin (APP), Molson Coors (TAP) Takeaways: April inflation report released; markets react Nasdaq enters bull market; Goldman ups S&P target, cuts recession risk Trump starts Mideast trip; key U.S. CEOs join high-stakes talks Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is the ultimate guide to making smarter portfolio decisions. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 13, 2025 • 30min

 Inflation, bull market, and Trump’s global deals drive investor focus

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers:  Nvidia (NVDA), AppLovin (APP), Molson Coors (TAP) Takeaways: April inflation report released; markets react Nasdaq enters bull market; Goldman ups S&P target, cuts recession risk Trump starts Mideast trip; key U.S. CEOs join high-stakes talks Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is the ultimate guide to making smarter portfolio decisions. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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May 12, 2025 • 58min

 Markets react to trade deal, CPI looms, pharma sinks on Trump vow

Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers:  Nvidia (NVDA), AppLovin (APP), Molson Coors (TAP) Takeaways: What the U.S.-China trade deal means for markets and big stocks CPI report: How tariffs could shape the inflation data Pharma stocks slide as Trump vows drug price cuts Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is the ultimate guide to making smarter portfolio decisions. Find this and other episodes of Morning Brief here. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at yfpodcasts@yahooinc.com. Yahoo Finance's Morning Brief is hosted by Seana Smith and Brad Smith. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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