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Stocks popping higher after jobs data came in stronger than expected for April: Carl Quintanilla and Sara Eisen discussed the report and what it means for stocks - alongside some positive tariff headlines when it comes to China, and a number of better-than-feared earnings reports. A key focus? Mega-cap tech – namely Apple and Amazon after new numbers there… What to do with both stocks, and the street’s reaction this hour. Plus: does the rally have more room to run? Jefferies Chief Market Strategist and Goldman’s Chief Economist joined the team with their takes, and what comes next from the Fed. Also in focus: details emerging when it comes to President Trump’s 2026 budget – a deep-dive on the key points we have so far this hour… And a live read from the ground in Omaha - ahead of Berkshire’s annual shareholder meeting tomorrow. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer led off the show with market reaction to better-than-expected April jobs data. That report and hopes surrounding potential U.S.-China trade talks have put the Dow and S&P 500 on track for nine straight days of gains. The anchors also explored Apple and Amazon earnings and where tariffs fit into the picture. Chevron CEO Mike Wirth joined the program to discuss the company's quarterly results impacted by the slump in oil prices. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Cramer explains why investors should not leave this drugmaker stock. Become a CNBC Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines. Signup here: cnbc.com/morningtake CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer

Big tech boosting the major indices after strong reports out of Meta and Microsoft overnight: Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber broke down the numbers with some of the street’s top analysts, while also looking ahead to Amazon and Apple earnings tonight. Why Jefferies calls Microsoft their Top Pick here, and more with one Rosenblatt analyst who says Apple’s earnings will be a ‘write-off’ quarter, with the true cost of tariffs to come later. Plus: the latest on Tesla, amid reports that their board contemplated replacing CEO Elon Musk (and fresh news on the autos front out of GM and Ford). Also in focus: McDonalds reporting its biggest U.S. same-store sales decline in 5 years – but Evercore says to buy the dip here… And more on the tariff pressure facing consumers and businesses with the President and CEO of the Chamber of Commerce, in a wide-ranging interview this hour. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed blowout quarterly results from Microsoft and Meta that sparked a rally in the tech sector -- as the Dow and S&P 500 aim to extend their respective daily win streaks to eight. The anchors also reacted to Tesla's denial of a report stating the company's board opened a search for a successor to CEO Elon Musk. Also in focus: Eli Lilly and McDonald's join the earnings parade, Softbank CEO Masa Son on China and AI, President Trump's "two dolls" comment on tariffs.

Cramer explains why he favors this coffee chain giant despite weaker-than-expected quarterly results. Become a CNBC Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines. Signup here: cnbc.com/morningtake CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer

A huge morning for economic data: GDP, ADP, PCE, and some consumer reads – as stocks take a leg lower on GDP’s negative read. Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber discussed the latest and what it all means for the broader markets alongside Charles Schwab’s Chief Global Investment Strategist… In addition to fresh analysis across the hour on Trump’s first 100 days when it comes to the broader economy, energy, and tech regulation (Why former DOJ Assistant AG for Antitrust Jonathan Kanter says more deregulation is likely). Plus: a deep-dive on the biggest earnings movers of the day, from Starbucks to Humana – and the latest from D.C., as Alphabet’s CEO takes the stand in Google’s DOJ antitrust trial and key tech CEOs visit the hill for a security summit. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Jim Cramer kicked off the show with reaction to economic data that sparked Wednesday's market sell-off: The first reading of Q1 GDP showed that the economy contracted in the period, down 0.3-percent. Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol joined the program to discuss his turnaround plan, as the company's earnings and revenue miss weighed heavily on the stock. The anchors interviewed White House senior trade adviser Peter Navarro about where trade talks stand. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Jim and Jeff discuss the China tariff’s impact on this Big Tech stock. Become a CNBC Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines. Signup here: cnbc.com/morningtake CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer

Fresh news on the tariff front when it comes to potential deals – and hopes of relief for the automakers… Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber broke down the latest from the White House, alongside the morning’s biggest earnings stories: from GM pulling guidance and delaying their conference call to Coca-Cola’s strong consumer quarter – including a deep-dive with CEO James Quincey himself. Plus: what UPS, Honeywell, and other key bellwethers are saying about demand here – and what comes next for stocks with one former head of the Institute of International Finance… Also in focus: growing concerns about housing’s crucial spring selling season – the CEO of Compass joined Post 9 with more on what he’s seeing when it comes to prices… And details on a new controversy surrounding Nike’s latest advertising campaign Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

A big day for CNBC and Jim Cramer: He rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange in celebration of the 20th anniversary of "Mad Money" -- ahead of a CNBC special which airs Tuesday at 7pm EDT. Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Jim reacted to the press briefing where Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent spoke about tariffs and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt slammed Amazon. The anchors also discussed a slew of earnings reports from the likes of General Motors, Coca-Cola and UPS. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Jim and Jeff discuss the moves around this semiconductor stock. They also talk about what they’re watching for this energy stock. Become a CNBC Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines. Signup here: cnbc.com/morningtake CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer

A weekend of mixed messaging on tariffs from the White House and Beijing – Sara Eisen, David Faber, and Michael Santoli broke down the latest for stocks on a busy week for data and earnings. Why one Wells Fargo CIO says it’s growth and not inflation to worry about here. Plus, how to prep for earnings out of: Meta, Amazon, Apple and more – as tariff impacts remain unknown… And the Journal reports Huawei is taking on Nvidia with homegrown AI chips of their own. Also in focus: a live read from the ground in Beijing, as officials there say Xi has not yet talked to President Trump about trade – alongside one former Commerce Secretary’s take on what comes next… Plus, a deep dive on one big change coming to the housing market’s spring selling season. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

David Faber and Jim Cramer explored what investors should expect as we enter the busiest week of earnings season, including results from tech giants Apple, Amazon, Meta and Microsoft. The anchors also drilled down on the impact of tariffs: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC that "it's up to China to de-escalate" trade tensions. Also in focus: Senate Democrats slam Elon Musk, Jim and David discuss 20 years of "Mad Money" ahead of a CNBC special which airs Tuesday night. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

New comments from President Trump on potential tariff deals top of the hour – Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and David Faber broke down the latest from DC as a slew of companies warn of growing impacts and pull guidance. Alphabet’s better-than-feared results helping fuel gains for AI-related names as the Nasdaq leads the charge for yet another day – why Truist says buy the stock here. Plus: a breakdown of the semis, including Intel’s guidance cut and more with Trivariate’s Adam Parker who says the sector is primed for a rebound… And also: a deep-dive on the numbers sending T-Mobile shares sliding. Other stories: Financials one of the worst performing sectors on the month – more on one part of the group that’s seeing gains; plus, fresh data on how the wealthy consumer is holding up, along with consumer confidence data to start the hour. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

With stocks in the midst of a three-day win streak, Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed the trade war and contradictory headlines on U.S.-China discussions. President Trump said he spoke with President Xi numerous times, but Beijing is refuting that comment when it comes to tariff negotiations. The anchors also reacted to tech earnings: Alphabet shares surged on a Q1 beat while Intel shares slumped on weak guidance. Hear what the chipmaker's new CEO Lip-Bu Tan said about his turnaround plan for the company. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Cramer says he hasn’t lost confidence in this pharmaceutical stock.

Another morning of trade headlines (particularly out of China): Sara Eisen, David Faber, and Carl Quintanilla broke down the latest on a busy day of earnings and data. Exclusive comments from the CEOs of IBM and Pepsico - after results out of both names… Plus: Wedbush’s Dan Ives, who calls software the “safety blanket” in the storm here. Additionally within the hour: individual breakouts on new numbers from Comcast, Chipotle, Bristol Myers, and more. Plus: A deep-dive on regulation under Trump 2.0 – in a wide-ranging interview with FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson… spanning their cases against Uber/Meta/Amazon to how DOGE cutbacks might impact their work. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

After a two-day rally for stocks, Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed the markets digesting tariffs, the trade war and earnings. Weaker consumer demand and tariff uncertainty impacting results and guidance from the likes of PepsiCo, Procter & Gamble and Chipotle. Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan joined the program to discuss the carrier cutting flights and withdrawing guidance. Also in focus: China denies it is in ongoing trade talks with the U.S., Comcast earnings, chips rally, the Trump meme coin, what Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos said about "saving Hollywood." Disclosure: Comcast owns NBCUniversal, the parent company of CNBC. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

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