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Senators have unveiled a $118B bipartisan deal for international aid and border security, but it might face resistance in the House. Senator Mark Warner (D-Virginia) explains the package and his greatest security concerns after the U.S. and U.K. military strikes in Syria, Iraq, and Yemen. Just Capital is out with the JUST 100, the annual ranking of U.S. companies on 20 core issues and 5 key stakeholders: workers, communities, shareholders & governance, customers, and the environment. CNBC’s Brandon Gomez explains the ranking system and reports that this year, Hewlett Packard Enterprise topped the list with its employee benefits and environmental goals and policies. Founder of Just Capital–and founder of Tudor Investments–Paul Tudor Jones discusses the value of the JUST rankings, and HPE CEO Antonio Neri discusses the attention to all stakeholders that shapes his business. Plus, Boeing’s found another quality issue in its 737s, and Taylor Swift will make it home from Tokyo–just in time for the Super Bowl. Senator Mark Warner - 13:28Paul Tudor Jones & Antonio Neri - 28:15 In this episode:Paul Tudor Jones, @ptj_officialAntonio Neri, @AntonioNeri_HPESen. Mark Warner, @MarkWarnerBrandon Gomez, @bgomezreportsJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Becky Quick and Joe Kernen are live at AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am. The two sit down with AT&T CEO John Stankey to discuss sponsoring the golf tournament, the company’s latest earnings report, future of communications, and more. Plus, back in New York, Andrew Ross Sorkin is trying on the Apple Vision Pro along with The Wall Street Journal’s Senior Personal Technology Columnist Joanna Stern. She gives her take on the new Apple product, how it compares to other mixed reality headsets, and if it’s worth the $3,500 price tag. Also, the U.S. economy added 353,000 jobs in January, crushing expectations but raising questions about future decisions on rate hikes by the Federal Reserve. And American Express CEO Stephen Squeri shares lessons learned from the pandemic, insights from Warren Buffett, and collaborations with other businesses to offer deals on Amex cards. Joanna Stern - 12:06John Stankey - 21:23In this episode:Joanna Stern, @JoannaSternAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkZach Vallese, @zachvallese Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

CEOs from the top social media companies testified yesterday on Capitol Hill about safeguarding children on their respective platforms. Arturo Béjar, former Facebook engineering director and former Instagram consultant, discussed key takeaways, what companies can do to safeguard their apps, and more. Frank Luntz, FIL Inc. pollster and political strategist, discusses the state of the 2024 race and why many Biden voters are looking for a change. Interest rate cut expectations were pushed out Wednesday after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said it’s unlikely the central bank will lower rates in March. Plus, Elon Musk asked his followers via a straw poll on X whether Tesla should change the state where it is incorporated to Texas, where its physical headquarters are. More than 80% of those who voted said yes.Arturo Béjar: 15:23Frank Luntz: 23:02In this episode:Frank Luntz, @FrankLuntzMelissa Lee, @MelissaLeeCNBCAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinMichael Santoli, @michaelsantoliZach Vallese, @zachvallese Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Delaware judge invalidates Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package at Tesla, tech industry layoffs and the impact of AI on job cuts, Starbucks lowers sales forecasts but reports growth in iced drinks, analysis of Starbucks' Q1 results and outlook for future growth, international market opportunities for Starbucks store growth.

The Federal Reserve begins its two-day meeting today, deciding whether to cut interest rates, raise them, or hold them steady. Allianz chief economic advisor Mohamed El-Erian discusses his expectations for this week’s meeting, as well as the bigger picture of the U.S. in context with the EU’s economy. Wall Street billionaires are fundraising for Presidential hopeful Nikki Haley today; Puck’s founding partner Teddy Schleifer shares his outlook on Haley’s trajectory and on the relevance of Wall Street donors in DC politics. Plus, OpenAI is working on AI safety and education guidelines for teens, Elon Musk says his Neuralink chip has been successfully implanted in a human’s brain, Tom Brady has made a “Nobull” deal, and IBM is cracking down on its work-from-home policy.  Teddy Schleifer - 12:17Mohamed El-Erian - 22:05 In this episode:Teddy Schleifer, @teddyschleiferBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickMichael Santoli, @michaelsantoliCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Presidential hopeful Nikki Haley says she’ll stay in the race for the White House at least through Super Tuesday. After three U.S. troops were killed in a drone strike in Jordan, Haley shares how she’d manage tensions with Iran and conflict in the region, as well as her plan to secure America’s borders. The Federal Trade Commission is taking a close look at big tech’s deals for AI innovators; FTC Chair Lina Khan explains her rationale for scrutiny and her strategy for encouraging American competitiveness through regulation. Plus, United Airlines might be looking to Airbus after Boeing’s multiple manufacturing issues, and Vince McMahon has resigned from WWE and TKO Group following disturbing allegations against him. Nikki Haley - 15:16Lina Khan - 27:36 In this episode:Nikki Haley, @NikkiHaleyLina Khan, @linakhanFTCBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinKatie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NBA legend Dwyane Wade has launched a new podcast, “The Why with Dwyane Wade.” The businessman, author, philanthropist, and newly Oscar-nominated documentary producer discusses his attitude toward lifelong learning and his commitment to tell impactful stories on his platforms. President Biden has paused approvals for U.S. exports from new liquefied natural gas projects. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm explains the environmental reviews taking place during the pause, as well as the administration’s approach to electrification. The PCE, the Federal Reserve’s preferred metric for inflation, showed the pace of inflation is cooling, setting the stage for next week’s Fed meeting. Plus, CNBC’s Jane Wells is on the ground in Maui, following the community’s recovery from the devastating fires six months ago.  Jane Wells - 07:30Sec. Jennifer Granholm - 12:44Dwyane Wade - 26:28 In this episode:Dwyane Wade, @DWadeJane Wells, @janewellsBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

GDP in the fourth quarter of 2023 increased 3.3%, beating economist expectations. After Tesla reported a miss on revenue and profit in its fourth quarter, CNBC’s Phil Lebeau explains the results and the slowing growth for EV makers across the board. Plus, gearing up to the general election, Financial Services Committee Chair Rep. Patrick McHenry (R-North Carolina) discusses the push to get deals done in Congress. IBM, eBay, TikTok, Amazon, Google and other tech players are laying off workers; employment consultant Jason Greer explains the role of AI in today’s evolving labor market.  Phil Lebeau - 4:08Jason Greer - 19:29Patrick McHenry - 32:51 In this episodeRep. Patrick McHenry, @PatrickMcHenryPhil Lebeau, @LebeaucarnewsBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nikki Haley has lost to Donald Trump in the New Hampshire primary, but she’s staying in the race. Pollster and strategist Frank Luntz discusses her chances of succeeding in the next primary, in her home state of South Carolina. After multiple manufacturing issues in the last few years, Boeing’s CEO Dave Calhoun is meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill. One leader he’s meeting: Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.), ranking member of the Aviation Subcommittee, who’s sharing his concerns for passenger safety and regulatory oversight at the company. Plus, CNBC’s Julia Boorstin has big WWE and subscriber news from Netflix, and Samsung is now competing with Oura in the wearable tech space. Oura CEO Tom Hale discusses the Oura ring’s popularity and many patents, and the limitations of physics and technology that make developing proprietary wearable health tech–like Oura rings and Apple Watches–so tricky.  Frank Luntz - 4:16Jerry Moran - 15:09Tom Hale -  24:24Julia Boorstin - 34:47 In this episode:Sen. Jerry Moran, @JerryMoranJulia Boorstin, @JBoorstinBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawkAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinCameron Costa, @CameronCostaNY Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu discusses Nikki Haley's White House bid and the importance of momentum. United CEO Scott Kirby talks about Boeing's manufacturing issues and the financial impact of Max 9 groundings. Jack Ma and Joe Tsai double down on Alibaba. SEC has new details on its X account hack and fake bitcoin post.