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"We think the Fed can stay in wait and see mode" and see how ecodata evolves, argues Charles Schwab's Collin Martin. Last week's decline in jobs through the July jobs report is something he sees "changing the calculus" of the Fed. Inflation prints will paint a different picture if they come in hot, says Collin, which will heighten interest rate hike expectations. He als...

Michael Shaoul argues that massive AI investment and continued government spending are helping keep the U.S. economy on solid footing despite softer jobs data. He discusses elevated AI expectations, strong corporate earnings, and why healthcare remains an attractive opportunity beyond the technology trade. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Sub...

Kenny Polcari recaps key market moves over recent weeks to explain how earnings reinforce market strength for Big Tech and beyond. However, brace for volatility, as Kenny points out that August tends to be a low volume month that attributes to bigger-than-expected swings. Something else to watch for: "bad news is good news" becoming "bad news is bad news" for the Fed. Kenny exp...

"The demand is there" for AI, says Sam Vadas when discussing TSMC's (TSM) monthly revenue. Figures for the Taiwanese chip manufacturer continue to rise even as the reaction in the stock appears muted. Sam turns to analyst updates through Morgan Stanley's upgrade for HPE (HPE) and Well Fargo's upgrade for Dick's Sporting Goods (DKS). ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowe...

Patrick Fruzzetti of Rose Advisors says strong earnings growth, improving corporate guidance, and healthy financial conditions are continuing to support the market. He discusses the role of Mag 7 stocks like Microsoft (MSFT), potential risks from geopolitics and commodities, and why AI-driven innovation keeps him bullish on healthcare and pharmaceuticals. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowerin...

Last week's jobs print showing 23,000 in job losses is something Kevin Hincks doesn't see as a huge concern as investors gear up for another key week of economic data. It comes as signs the macro is "not working for the overall market." As for the U.S. and Iran, Kevin talks about how crude oil prices don't create many headaches despite disruption in the Strait of Hormuz. He t...

Ever since SpaceX (SPCX) hit public markets, Rocket Lab (RKLB) shares plunged as investors rethink how they view the evolving space trade. Rick Ducat examines the stark bearish action and recent rebound to show how the stock compares to peers like SpaceX and AST Spacemobile (ASTS) ahead of earnings. He then tuns to an example options trade for Rocket Lab. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowerin...

High-end consumers continue to drive the economy, even in companies like Walmart (WMT). That's according to Steve Hochman, who makes the case that "segmentation strategy" will always win when it comes to companies focusing on getting different income classes to spend. He talks about how Walmart is adjusting to the shift in consumer spending and explains how TJX Companies (TJX) is out...

The Trade Desk (TTD) continues to make new 52-week lows after earnings and guidance failed to impress investors. Rachel Dashiell with Charles Schwab shows why bears continue to claw into shares by offering technical analysis of the chart. However, she sees better days ahead when looking at long-term price action. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market d...

Sean Brennan has concerns that consumer spending will pull back as Americans feel more pressure to save for retirement. He points to healthcare savings as the biggest fulcrum point to keep in mind. ======== Schwab Network ======== Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribe Download the iOS app - https://ap...

Earnings continue to be the driver behind the stock market's growth despite lingering geopolitical risk, says Tom White, as all indices except the Nasdaq-100 (NDX) hover just off record highs. He explains how Alphabet (GOOGL), Amazon (AMZN), Microsoft (MSFT) and other Big Tech prints added much needed muscle to stocks. Tom then touches on Berkshire Hathaway (BRK/B) earnings and how the company...

Crude oil prices are up again but investors don't seem to care, argues Molly Pieroni, as tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz persist. She offers more insight into energy company earnings and how the U.S.-Iran war remains a sticking point for corporations. Molly also talks about her stock picks in Canadian Natural Resources (CNQ) and Diamondback Energy (FANG). ======== Schwab Network ====...

Marley Kayden looks at the weak July jobs report, cooling wage growth and the declining odds of a September Fed rate hike, while also examining the widening divide between luxury and starter-home sales. Sam Vadas highlights a rally in First Solar (FSLR) following new U.S. trade protections and looks at China’s latest push to close the AI gap with U.S. companies. The pair also previews next week’s...

The latest U.S. jobs data points to a softening labor market, according to David Krakauer. He discusses the implications for potential stagflation and GDP growth, noting that equity markets often react positively to soft economic data in hopes of a Federal Reserve rate hike delay. David also unpacks the phenomenon of "IPO FOMO," advising investors to distinguish between a good company an...

AvePoint (AVPT) CFO Jim Caci discusses the company’s latest earnings report and its growing focus on AI trust and governance. Caci says executives are increasingly concerned about AI models, data security and how to safely deploy the technology, creating demand for tools that help businesses protect sensitive information and costs while still benefiting from AI.

Lisa Flicker, Senior Managing Partner and Head of Real Estate at Jackson Lucas, dissects the nuances of the latest jobs report. She argues that despite initial appearances, the report reflects a multi-speed economy, with significant infrastructure investments driving continued hiring in finance sectors. Flicker also addresses the role of artificial intelligence, suggesting it will create new jobs...

Jeffrey Cleveland from Payden & Rygel dissects the July jobs report, noting the surprising -23,000 revision in prior months' job creation. He attributes some of the perceived weakness to seasonal adjustments, particularly in government hiring, while highlighting continued positive momentum in construction and manufacturing. Cleveland also delves into the structural issues affecting labor f...

With Nvidia (NVDA) rallying 10% this week, John Belton of Gabelli Funds expects another strong quarter as continued hyperscaler CapEx spending supports demand, with Elon Musk saying SpaceX (SPCX) plans to exclusively use Nvidia chips. Belton also says AMD (AMD) is clearly benefiting from agentic AI demand and sees its upcoming product launches as an opportunity to take share from Nvidia’s GPU busi...

Shawn Robbins from Fandango discusses how Spider-Man: Brand New Day is the latest film to deliver a blockbuster opening weekend at the box office. He says strong in-theater demand is extending beyond superhero franchises and explains what studios are doing right to bring moviegoers back to the big screen.

The U.S. labor market shows signs of cooling, with slowing job growth and a decline in the foreign-born population impacting participation. Brian Jacobson, Chief Economist Strategist at Annex Wealth Management, explains the nuances of recent jobs reports and their implications for Federal Reserve policy. He outlines how the Fed faces a dilemma between supporting employment and fighting inflation,...

In Friday’s 360 Round, the panel looks at Airbnb (ABNB) after the stock hit a new 52-week high following strong earnings. Wedbush’s Ygal Arounian is bullish on continued consumer spending and upgraded ABNB to Outperform with a $200 price target. Chris Davis of Hudson Value Partners says Airbnb is better positioned than other travel stocks as consumers favor shorter domestic trips, while expanded h...

Roy Behren of Westchester Capital Management, co-portfolio manager of the Merger Fund, believes the proposed merger between Paramount Global (PARA) and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) will ultimately close. He cites the numerous international regulatory approvals, the lack of U.S. Department of Justice objections, and the significant financial incentives for both companies to complete the deal. Despi...

Tim Bohen from StocksToTrade.com has his eyes on three technology names for today's Big 3. First, Digital Turbine (APPS), where he says reports of the company's demise may have been "greatly exaggerated" as it trades to a 3-year high. Next, Bohen looks to Snowflake (SNOW), pointing to its growing lineup of agentic AI products. Lastly, he sees more room to run for Cloudflare (NET)...

CFRA's Arun Sundaram joins Morning Trade Live to look at the outlook for consumer staples companies as the sector faces a challenging operating environment. He continues to like Costco (COST) and Walmart (WMT) despite elevated valuations, pointing to margin expansion and the potential for double-digit earnings growth in the coming years. Sundaram also sees opportunities in agricultural compani...

Shares of Airbnb (ABNB) climbed to their highest level since 2022 after the company reported strong earnings, improving free cash flow, and upbeat guidance. Marley Kayden recaps the results and examines the analyst reaction to ABNB’s rally, while Dan Deming discusses an example call spread designed to capture further upside while limiting risk if the move stalls.