Closing Bell

David Zervos from Jefferies discusses how the recent Fed rate cut spurred mixed reactions across markets. Barbara Doran from BD8 shares insights into potential stock performance post-cut. Investor Dan Niles focuses on the impact of rate changes on tech and energy stocks. Mark Mobius explores global market opportunities stemming from these economic shifts. Former Boston Fed President Eric Rosengren offers predictions on future Fed policies and their effects on global investment strategies.

The Federal Reserve cut rates by 50 basis points today … and stocks fell in response. DoubleLine’s Jeffrey Gundlach gives his first take on what this could mean for the economy and your money. Plus, expert analysis from Senior Markets Commentator Mike Santoli. 

The S&P 500 touched an intraday record the day before the Fed decision, where Wall Street is split on whether to expect a 25 or 50-basis-point cut. RBC’s Lori Calvasina, Vital Knowledge’s Adam Crisafulli, and Neuberger Berman’s Joe Amato all weigh in on their expectations and how the Fed could change the narrative. Shake Shack’s CEO Rob Lynch joins for his first interview since taking the helm at the company in May, with his read on consumer spending and Shake Shack’s place in the value menu wars. Plus Intuit’s CEO on the company’s new enterprise tools, Coursera’s CEO on the parts of the world benefitting from AI, and an update on Elliott’s activist battle with Southwest.

What should investors make of either a half or quarter point rate cut tomorrow? And where does that leave a market that seems priced for a soft economic landing? Rockefeller’s Cheryl Young, Sofi’s Liz Young Thomas and CIC Wealth’s Malcolm Ethridge break down their forecasts. Plus, DoubleLine’s Jeffrey Gundlach sits down with Scott Wapner one day before the Fed decision with his rate cut prediction. And, the Conoco Phillips CEO weighs in on oil prices and the broader energy sector. 

AST SpaceMobile has successfully launched its first five Bluebird commercial satellites, in a major step towards building space-based service for smartphones. Founder & CEO Abel Avellan joins Morgan Brennan to discuss the company’s direct-to-cell service, how the business model compares to competitors like SpaceX’s Starlink, and whether the company has the cash it needs to build out a constellation.

Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger joins for an exclusive interview after a slew of news, including billions more in CHIPS Act funding, an expanded partnership with AWS, and a plan to set up a separate internal governance structure for its foundry business. Evercore ISI’s Julian Emanuel discusses the prospects of a 50-basis-point rate cut at this week’s Fed meeting. Bank of America Securities analyst Wamsi Mohan talks about demand for the latest iPhone Pro, as Apple’s stock takes a leg lower. Plus a side effect of the Fed decision that could add cash to Americans’ wallets, and the latest on the historic Polaris Dawn spaceflight.

Is the market’s growing confidence in that favored soft-landing scenario justified? And just how big are the Fed stakes for the fate of the bull market? Trivariate’s Adam Parker, Requisite Capital’s Bryn Talkington and Tavis McCourt of Raymond James debate where they stand. Plus, Former Federal Reserve Vice Chairman Alan Blinder makes the case for a 50 basis point cut at this week’s Fed meeting. And, Citi’s Mithra Warrier weighs in on the health of the hedge fund space heading into the end of the year. 

Fundstrat’s Tom Lee joins to discuss the recent move higher in the markets after the S&P 500, Nasdaq post their best weeks of the year. Interactive Brokers Chairman Thomas Peterffy on his company’s proposal to offer betting on US elections. Boeing stock one of the few laggards today after one of its unions voted to strike; former United CEO Oscar Munoz breaks down the steps ahead. 

Does the market have it right that the Fed can go big with its first easing move… without sounding an alarm about the economy? Professor Jeremy Siegel, Hightower’s Stephanie Link and Ned Davis Research’s Ed Clissold give their predictions. Plus, top Apple analyst Erik Woodring from Morgan Stanley tells us how he is navigating the stock as pre-orders kick off. And, Alger’s Ankur Crawford reveals how she is trading tech’s big week.

The tech outperformance continued in trading today. BofA’s Jill Carey Hall and Schwab’s Omar Aguilar break down how to play the current market. Adobe CEO Shantanu Narayen on the latest quarter and what’s next for the company. United Wholesale Mortgage CEO and Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishibia on mortgage demand and sport valuations. Ron Shaich, Panera founder and Cava Chair, on how to win consumers in the current environment.