Halftime Report

How to Trade the Markets Right Now 8/15/25

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the new high for the Dow as the index joins the S&P and Nasdaq at record levels. The desk debates ho...

Are Stocks and the Fed on a Collision Course? 8/14/25

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether stocks and the Fed are on a collision course.  Plus, Kevin Simpson shares his many portfolio...

How to Play New Highs 8/13/25

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the record run for stocks and whether this is truly one of the best investing environments we’ve se...

Stocks, Inflation and the Fed 8/12/25

12 Aug 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee what the Fed's next move is and what it will mean for stocks, the market and your money. Plus, the desk sha...

Bulls vs. Bears in a Choppy Market 8/11/25

11 Aug 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the current state of stocks and whether they are overvalued at these levels. Plus, the desk debate th...

Shaky or Stabilizing? 8/8/25

08 Aug 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether stocks are shaky or stabilizing with the S&P tracking for its best week since early June. Plu...

Inflation, Tariffs, and Dip-Buying 8/7/25

07 Aug 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether it’s safe to buy the dip as the S&P tries for its best week in a month. Plus, President Tru...

Can the Rally Regain Momentum? 8/6/25

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether the record-setting rally can regain momentum as stocks stall. Plus, we hit the latest Calls o...

How to Trade Choppy Stocks 8/5/25

05 Aug 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of stocks with the economy once again in question and markets entering a historically rocky...

The State of the Rally and the JOET Rebalance 8/4/25

04 Aug 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the future of the rally following one of the worst weeks for stocks since May.  Plus, Joe Terranova ...

The Market Pullback 8/1/25

01 Aug 2025

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Mike Santoli and the Investment Committee debate the market pullback as new trade tensions and a weak jobs report push stocks lower. Plus, the desk sh...

Tech Earnings Drive the Rally 7/31/25

31 Jul 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee discuss the record rally as tech earnings drive stocks to fresh all-time highs. Plus, Leslie Picker brings ...

The Future of the Rally 7/30/25

30 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the future of the rally as the Fed decision and mega cap earnings all on deck today.  Plus, Jim Lebe...

The Bull Run for Stocks 7/29/25

29 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the bull run for stocks and whether the market is heading for a shakeout. Plus, some committee stocks...

Trading this Pivotal Week 7/28/25

28 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee strategize ahead of this pivotal week as mega cap earnings, the Fed decision and job report loom large. Plus...

Gearing Up for a Huge Week 7/25/25

25 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee prepare for the huge week ahead as the Fed Decision, more mega cap earnings and the tariff deadline loom ove...

Stocks Extend Record Highs 7/24/25

24 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate what the AI arms race means for the rally as Alphabet increases its spending plans. Plus, the desk sh...

A Critical Stretch for your Money 7/23/25

23 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the critical stretch for your money as mega cap earnings begin later today. Plus, we take a look at t...

Gearing up for Tech Earnings 7/22/25

22 Jul 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate whether the rally is running on fumes as the market gears up for tech earnings. Plus, Stephanie Link...

Riding the Record Rally 7/21/25

21 Jul 2025

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Courtney Reagan and the Investment Committee debate whether investors should continue riding the record rally or take profits.  Plus, the desk discus...

The Future of the Rally 7/18/25

18 Jul 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the future of the rally as next week brings key economic data and quarterly earnings from nearly 20%...

Positioning Plays at All-Time Highs 7/17/25

17 Jul 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate whether its time to trim exposure in some of the high-flying stocks like Nvidia.  Plus, the desk sh...

The Fed, the Banks and the Market 7/16/25

16 Jul 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the new White House Drama coming out of Washinton and what it means for the market. Plus, the desk d...

The Record Run 7/15/25

15 Jul 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the record run, as the Nasdaq and S&P 500 hit fresh all-time highs. The experts discuss how to trade...

The State of Stocks 7/14/25

14 Jul 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the state of stocks as investors brush off a new round of tariff threats. Calls of the Day include K...

Trading the Resilient Market 7/11/25

11 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the best moves to make in this resilient market despite today’s pullback. Plus, the desk debate the...

Keep Buying Stocks? 7/10/25

10 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether it’s safe to continue buying stocks as another tech record hits the tape. Plus, the desk sh...

Nvidia hits a $4 Trillion Market Cap 7/9/25

09 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss Nvidia hitting a four trillion market cap for the first time and what it means for the stock and sec...

Debate: The State of the Rally 7/8/25

08 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the continued run in stocks as more street strategists raise their S&P targets.  Plus, the desk shar...

The Outlook for the Rally 7/7/25

07 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss whether the rally can continue as stocks trade at highs with tariffs and earnings looming. Plus, Bry...

Debate: The Best Trades Right Now 7/2/25

02 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the best way to play the markets as stocks hit new highs. Plus, Apple leads the Dow today and gets an...

Stocks in the Second Half 7/1/25

01 Jul 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee focus in on the second half of the year as the strongest month of the year gets underway. Plus, the Senate p...

Your Record High Playbook 6/30/25

30 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss your playbook for a record high stock market as the second half is about to get underway. Plus, the ...

The Record Setting Rally 6/27/25

27 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the record setting rally as both the S&P and the Nasdaq hit new highs.  Plus Brian Belski defends h...

The Committee’s Playbook for New Highs 6/26/25

26 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate their “New High Playbook” as stocks close in on another major milestone.  Plus, the desk discuss...

The Tech Sector’s New All-Time High 6/25/25

25 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the tech takeoff as the sector hits a new all-time high. Plus, Brian Belski calls in with his revised...

The Fed, the Markets and your Money 6/24/25

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee react to Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony on Capitol Hill today.  Plus, the desk debate the latest Cal...

The Markets, the Middle East, and your Money 6/23/25

23 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the busy week for your money with investors watching the Middle East and the Fed Chair on the Hill ov...

Can Stocks Hit New Highs? 6/20/25

20 Jun 2025

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The Investment Committee debate whether the market can hit new highs following the fed meeting and the uncertainty over Iran. Plus, the desk discusses...

Stocks and the Fed 6/18/25

18 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the outlook for stocks ahead of Chair Powell’s Fed meeting today. Plus, the Investment Committee sh...

The Edgy Markets 6/17/25

17 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the edgy markets with weaker retails sales, the VIX rising, and tensions in the Middle East affect s...

Debate: The Path for Stocks 6/16/25

16 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the path for stocks as the market rises with many variables in the background, from the Israel – Ir...

Markets on Edge 6/13/25

13 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the fallout of Israel’s attack on Iran and the impact on stocks and other asset classes. Plus, we d...

Altimeter Capital’s Brad Gerstner joins us Live 6/12/25

12 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee are joined by Altimeter Capital’s Brad Gerstner to discuss everything from the markets, to AI, to the futu...

The Road to New Records 6/11/25

11 Jun 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee discuss the market reaching for new records with the S&P within 2% of an all-time high. Plus, Steve Weiss s...

The Surging Tech Trade 6/10/25

10 Jun 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment debate the tech sector’s surge over the past month, pushing stocks within distance of new highs. Plus, McDonald’s ...

Live from Apple Park at WWDC 6/9/25

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee are live in Cupertino, California at Apple’s Worldwide Developer’s Conference to debate what to expect f...

Records in reach? 6/6/25

06 Jun 2025

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The Halftime Report Investment Committee breaks down today’s market action as stocks jump following a strong jobs report. Plus, Kevin Simpson lays o...

Reacting to Trump’s Call with Xi 6/5/25

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee react to the news that President Trump and President Xi held a call discussing trade this morning. Plus, the...

The Slowing Economy and Stocks 6/4/25

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate stocks nearing all-time highs as the economy shows signs of weakening. Plus, Jim Lebenthal shares his...

The Summer Playbook for Stocks 6/3/25

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the Summer Setup for stocks as another firm says record highs are coning in the months ahead. Plus, t...

The Summer Setup for Stocks 6/2/25

02 Jun 2025

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Courtney Reagan and the Investment Committee debate the Summer setup for stocks as we kick off a new trading month. Will there be a June swoon or surg...

The Road Ahead for Stocks 5/30/25

30 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the road ahead for stocks as we close out the best month for the market since November 2023.  Plus, ...

The State of the AI Trade 5/29/25

29 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of the AI trade following Nvidia’s earnings report showing strong demand.  Plus, the Com...

Banking on Nvidia 5/28/25

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the all-important Nvidia earnings report coming up tonight and how it could affect the market. Plus,...

Stocks Surge on Tariff Delay 5/27/25

27 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the big day for stocks as the President once again backs away from his tariff threat. Plus, Jim Lebe...

Trading Trump’s Tariffs 5/23/25

23 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate President Trump ramping up the tariff rhetoric against Apple and the EU. Plus, the Committee making s...

Will Rising Rates Wreck Stocks? 5/22/25

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment committee debate whether rising rates pose a threat to the record rally.  Plus, Stephanie Link shares her latest port...

Navigating an "Unfamiliar Market" 5/21/25

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the nest move for stocks as the S&P and Nasdaq snap their 6-day win streaks. Plus, the Committee dis...

The Road to Record Highs 5/20/25

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Holland and the Investment Committee discuss the road to record high as stocks take a breather following six straight days of gains for the S&P ...

Trading the Downgrade 5/19/25

19 May 2025

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Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the Moody’s Downgrade of America’s credit rating and discuss what it means for the market. Plus,...

Does the Rally have Legs? 5/16/25

16 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether the rally has legs as stocks continue to rebound. Plus, multiple moves from the Investment Co...

Rising Rates and the Road Ahead for Stocks 5/15/25

15 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the road ahead for stocks and how rising rates could impact the market. Plus, the Investment Committe...

The Run to New Highs 5/14/25

14 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the markets run to new highs and how to navigate the move. Plus, we debate the latest calls of the d...

New Highs in Sight 5/13/25

13 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the next leg higher for stocks as new highs are in sight for the S&P. Plus, UnitedHealth hitting a ne...

Trading the Stock Surge 5/12/25

12 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the stock surge as the tariff pause with China pushes the market higher. Plus, the Investment Commit...

Reassessing the Rebound 5/9/25

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the market rebound and whether there’s more room to run in stocks. Plus, the Committee share their...

Can Stocks Keep Climbing? 5/8/25

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether stocks can keep climbing as the U.S. and the U.K. announce a trade deal. Plus, the desk makin...

Time to get Bullish? 5/7/25

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether it’s time to get more bullish on stocks as trade talks with China are finally set. Plus, Di...

Trading the Market Ahead of the Fed Decision 5/6/25

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of stocks ahead of the Fed’s decision tomorrow. Plus, Bill Baruch calls in with multiple ...

Trading the Rebound 5/5/25

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of stocks as the S&P 500 goes for 10-straight days of gains. The experts detail their lates...

Playing the Rebound 5/2/25

02 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the rebound in stocks as the S&P 500 heads for its longest winning streak in 20 years. The experts de...

Trading Big Tech’s Big Beats 5/1/25

01 May 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss big tech as Meta and Microsoft drive stocks higher with Amazon and Apple on deck. Josh Brown highlig...

Trump Tariffs Hit the Economy 04/30/25

30 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate where the economy is heading as tariff turmoil sends GDP into the red. The panel take their position ...

Can Stocks Reverse Course? 4/29/25

29 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss whether stocks are poised for a major comeback as we mark the first 100 days for President Trump. Bi...

The State of Stocks 4/28/25

28 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of stocks and the moment of truth for mega-cap tech. Calls of the Day include Eli Lilly, Un...

Trade Negotiations and the Market 4/25/25

25 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Holland and the Investment Committee debate the latest news on the Trade Negotiations out of Washington and how it will affect the market. Plus,...

How To Invest in Volatile Markets 4/24/25

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of stocks in this highly volatile market. Plus, Alphabet earnings after the bell tonight, t...

Trading the Trade War 4/23/25

23 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the new trade war headlines driving stocks sharply higher. Plus, the Committee share some of their la...

Dow Heads for Worst April since 1932 4/22/25

22 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the rebound for stocks as the Dow heads for its worst April since 1932. Plus, the desk debate Tesla’...

The Committee Debates the State of Stocks 4/21/25

21 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the shaky markets with rates, the dollar and earnings all closely watched by investors. Plus, the des...

Is the Tech Trade Broken? 4/17/25

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the state of the tech trade after Nvidia gets crushed. The experts detail their latest portfolio move...

Trading Trump’s Trade War 04/16/25

16 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the continued fallout from Trump’s Trade War as Nvidia shares fall sharply on the new export rules...

Is the Worst Over for Stocks? 4/15/25

15 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether the worst of the turbulence is over for stocks. Plus, Josh Brown making a major portfolio mov...

Trading the Tariff Whiplash 4/14/25

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss tariff whiplash with the markets looking to build on last week’s gains. Plus, the Committee share ...

Navigating a Week of Volatility 04/11/25

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate another volatile session for stocks following Wednesday’s historic moves. Plus, legendary commoditi...

Trading the Volatility 4/10/25

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the sharp downturn in the market following yesterday’s historic move.  Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

Navigating the Market Turbulence 4/9/25

09 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee navigate the turbulent markets as tariff news continues to push volatility in the markets. Plus, BMO cuts it...

Trading the Turbulence 4/8/25

08 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the volatility in the markets as the indices started the day strong but start to give back gains duri...

Assessing the Damage 4/7/25

07 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee assess the damage Trump’s Trade War has done to the market so far, and debate what’s to come. Plus, Lesl...

Trading the Trump Selloff 4/4/25

04 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the market selloff as the Trump Tariffs weigh heavily on the major indices. The Committee share some...

Trump Tariffs Tank Stocks 4/3/25

03 Apr 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee discuss the Trump tariff sell-off after a much worse than expected outcome. Plus, Josh Brown is buying a sto...

Trading Trump’s New Tariffs 4/2/25

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate “Escalation Day” as new tariffs are set to be announced later this afternoon. Plus, the desk maki...

President Trump’s Tariff Rollout Looms Large 4/1/25

01 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the President’s so-called “Liberation Day” as it looms large over the market. Plus, Stephanie L...

Rethinking the Risk of Recession 3/31/25

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to the Street’s top investors get to the heart of the action as it’s happening and help set the agenda for the rest of the day.Investment C...

The Great Reassessment Trade 3/28/25

28 Mar 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee reassess the markets as stocks fall into the afternoon. Plus, the desk making multiple moves in their portfo...

Trading Trump’s Tariff Wars 3/27/25

27 Mar 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate the latest tariff news and what it means to the market and your money. Plus, the desk discusses finan...

Can the Bounce Continue? 3/26/25

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether the bounce in stocks is sustainable. Plus, multiple moves being made by the Committee, they r...

The U.S. Exceptionalism Trade 03/25/25

25 Mar 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether the U.S. exceptionalism trade is still on given the uncertainty about tariffs and the economy...

Can the Market Bounce Continue 3/24/25

24 Mar 2025

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Scott Wapner and the Investment Committee debate whether stocks can continue their reversal higher. Plus, multiple Committee members are making some m...