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Amid a government shutdown, Congressman Mike Lawler (R-NY) explains his argument with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries over the sticking point in the Capitol Hill stalemate: extending the Affordable Care Act tax credits. The Labor Department will bring some furloughed employees back to resume work on September’s Consumer Price Index data, though other data remains on hold during the shutdown. Chinese customs are beefing up scrutiny of semiconductor imports to ensure that local companies are not ordering Nvidia’s less powerful chips specifically engineered for China. Plus, two-year community college Campus is employing both AI and humans to tackle higher education debt and graduation rates. Campus founder Tade Oyerinde discusses his mission and his new acquisition of Sizzle with Sizzle’s founder and new Campus CTO, Jerome Pesenti.  Mike Lawler - 17:58Tade Oyerinde & Jerome Pesenti - 32:44 In this episode:Rep. Mike Lawler, @lawler4nyJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky 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.

China is opening a probe in Qualcomm for allegedly violating antitrust laws, Levi Strauss reports higher profits despite tariff costs, Ford is backtracking on an electric vehicle tax credit program, President Trump is considering billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman as next NASA head, and the Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.  Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Israel and Hamas have agreed to an exchange of hostages and prisoners that could lead to a ceasefire in Gaza. CNBC’s Eamon Javers reports on America’s role in brokering the deal, and Council on Foreign Relations President Michael Froman discusses the next stages of progress in the region. Stateside in Washington, the government shutdown continues. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) shares his party’s willingness to discuss the Democrats’ health care demands–after the shutdown ends. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) maintains that his party will stand firm on addressing American health care concerns. Plus, PepsiCo’s quarterly report beat estimates for earnings and revenue.  Sen. John Thune & Rep. Hakeem Jeffries - 17:22Michael Froman - 44:47 In this episode:Michael Froman, @MikeFromanJohn Thune, @LeaderJohnThuneHakeem Jeffries, @RepJeffriesEamon Javers, @eamonjaversJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky 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.

In an extended interview, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang discusses the AI infrastructure landscape and his company’s investments in AI projects including OpenAI, xAI, and Coreweave. After leading the chipmaker for decades, Huang shares his perspective on the U.S. position in the AI arms race; China, he says, is not far behind. Plus, Huang weighs in on reports that Oracle is losing money on Nvidia chips, H-1B visas, and President Trump’s tech policies. In Washington, CNBC’s Emily Wilkins reports on the eighth day of the government shutdown.  Emily Wilkins - 04:53Jensen Huang - 17:15 In this episode:Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsMichael Santoli, @michaelsantoliBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie 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.

Softbank is buying the robotics arm of ABB for $4B, new Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran says his desire to lower interest rates is supported by the Treasury market, Intel is set to launch a new chip, the Trump Administration is considering canceling funding for clean energy projects and Amazon is launching pharmacy kiosks. Mike Santoli sits in today!  Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the government shutdown enters its seventh day, all eyes are on the transportation sector. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy joins to discuss how the shutdown is affecting air travel and the growing concerns among air traffic controllers. Meanwhile, CEOs are expressing greater confidence despite operating in an environment of constant uncertainty. Tim Walsh, KPMG U.S. chairman and CEO, breaks down findings from the firm’s latest survey of 400 executives. Plus, there’s more on the partnership between OpenAI and AMD, and Tesla is reportedly gearing up for a major announcement. Emily Wilkins - 09:13Sec. Sean Duffy - 18:18Tim Walsh - 32:19 In this episode:Sean Duffy, @SecDuffyRobert Frank, @robtfrankMichael Santoli, @michaelsantoliBecky Quick, @BeckyQuickZach Vallese, @zachvallese Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones says market conditions are primed for a powerful rally before the current bull market peaks. He compares today’s environment to the lead-up to the dot-com bubble in late 1999, marked by surging tech stocks and heightened speculation. Meanwhile, as the government shutdown enters its sixth day, White House National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett discusses its economic impact and the status of U.S. trade negotiations. Plus, CNBC’s MacKenzie Sigalos covers OpenAI’s new partnership with chipmaker AMD, and Taylor Swift is bringing Swifties back to movie theaters. MacKenzie Sigalos - 11:18Kevin Hassett -19:34Eamon Javers - 33:45Paul Tudor Jones  - 37:30 In this episode:MacKenzie Sigalos, @KenzieSigalosEamon Javiers, @eamonjaversPaul Tudor Jones, @ptj_officialJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickAndrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkinZach Vallese, @zachvallese Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oil prices are higher after OPEC+ announced a monthly production hike, Bitcoin hit a high of nearly $126,000 over the weekend, Tesla is teasing fans with what might be a new car model, Italy’s foreign ministry says the country is working with the European Commission to pressure the U.S. to reconsider a pasta-related tariff, and “Call Her Daddy” podcaster Alex Cooper has launched an advertising agency. Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In a government shutdown, the Bureau of Labor Statistics cannot issue its monthly employment report; without that federal data, economists are combining state data and private data like the ADP report to paint an accurate picture of the country’s labor market. President of the Chicago Federal Reserve Austan Goolsbee explains the gaps in an economic picture painted without federal data, and considers what’s next for the central bank’s monetary policy. The $20 billion AI startup Perplexity is out with a new browser, called “Comet.” Founder and CEO Aravind Srinivas views the tool as more of a personal AI assistant, and maps out his vision for a future with AI. Plus, Apple has removed apps that track ICE agents from the App Store, and California Governor Gavin Newsom is threatening to pull billions of dollars in state funding from any California university that signs on to President Trump’s proposal to offer preferential access to federal funding.  Aravind Srinivas - 12:41Austan Goolsbee - 25:19 In this episode:Aravind Srinivas, @AravSrinivasAustan Goolsbee, @Austan_GoolsbeeSteve Liesman, @steveliesmanJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky 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.

The government shutdown prevents the release of the monthly employment report, Blackrock’s Global Infrastructure partners is in talks to acquire a major data center company in a major bet on AI, shares of USA Rare Earth are soaring after talks with the Trump administration over a possible deal, Google parent Alphabet is preparing to spin off its Verily life-sciences unit, and Taylor Swift’s 12th album has its midnight release.  Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the federal government shutdown enters its second day with no resolution in sight, Joe Kernen and Becky Quick speak with CNBC’s Emily Wilkins about the ongoing negotiations between Democrats and Republicans and whether there is any chance of reaching common ground to pass a budget. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent then joins to discuss the latest developments, including the economic impact of the shutdown, key sticking points in negotiations, the search for the next Fed chair, and the state of U.S. trade talks. Plus, CNBC’s Sharon Epperson breaks down upcoming tax changes for charitable donations, and Yahoo nears a deal to sell AOL. Emily Wilkins - 05:08Sec. Scott Bessent - 20:10Sharon Epperson - 39:21 Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsSec. Scott Bessent, @SecScottBessentSharon Epperson, @sharon_eppersonJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie 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.

Hours into the first government shutdown in over six years, Punchbowl News co-founder Jake Sherman reports on the path forward for both sides of the aisle. The Bureau of Labor Statistics will not release its monthly employment report amid the shutdown, sending economists and investors elsewhere for labor market data. CNBC’s Steve Liesman shares September's ADP National Employment Report, and ADP’s chief economist Nela Richardson explains how her metrics–along with other datasets–help paint a picture of the labor market. Richardson’s takeaway: no matter the metric, hiring momentum has slowed. Plus, Berkshire Hathaway is reportedly exploring a purchase of Occidental Petroleum’s petrochemical business, FTC is suing Redfin and Zillow over antitrust concerns, and Walmart is eliminating artificial dyes in its store brand food products.  Jake Sherman - 03:41SteveLiesman - 14:10Nela Richardson - 22:03 In this episode:Nela Richardson, @NelaRichardsonJake Sherman, @JakeShermanSteve Liesman, @steveliesmanJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky 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.

Friday’s employment report is unlikely to be released due to the government shutdown, the White House is pulling the nomination of economist E.J. Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Tesla is raising lease prices for all its cars in the U.S. –  following the expiration of a federal tax credit, Boeing is in line for a large government contract to build replacements for the bombs the U.S. dropped on Iran in June, and Character AI is removing Disney characters from its chatbot platform.  Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As a government shutdown looms in Washington, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) discusses friction between the Republicans and Democrats that’s delaying progress on the Hill. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) then responds to the Speaker, underscoring the Democrats’ priority in American health care. CNBC’s Emily Wilkins explains the points of contention between parties and the likelihood of a bipartisan agreement before tonight’s funding deadline. Plus, Boeing has reportedly started working on a replacement for the troubled 737 Max and both fintech Wealthfront and Jennifer Garner’s Once Upon a Farm have filed for an IPO.  Emily Wilkins - 4:38Speaker Mike Johnson - 18:10Rep. Hakeem Jeffries - 37:59 In this episode:Mike Johnson, @SpeakerJohnsonHakeem Jeffries, @RepJeffriesJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky 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.

CNBC’s Jim Cramer is out with a new book this week, “How to Make Money in Any Market.” He joins Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin on the Squawk Box set to discuss his perspective on the markets, the new generation of investors, and AI’s impact on leveling the investing playing field. NYC Mayor Eric Adams has ended his bid for reelection. President and CEO of the Partnership for New York Kathryn Wylde relays the city’s split support for the candidates. Plus, Electronic Arts is going private, and a government shutdown looms, on the Hill. Kathryn Wylde 14:14Jim Cramer 28:09 In this episode:Jim Cramer, @jimcramerEmily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsBecky 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.

The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Jeep-maker Stellantis has a new CFO, the CEO of British drugmaker GSK is stepping down, SEC Chair Paul Atkins is moving to fast track President Trump’s effort to shift the earnings report schedule for public companies, Vice President JD Vance has spoken publicly about TikTok, and Bad Bunny will headline this February’s Super Bowl halftime show.  Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump has approved a TikTok deal; CNBC’s Eamon Javers, in Washington, and Eunice Yoon, in Beijing, discuss the geopolitics playing out through the social media platform’s business. A government shutdown is just days away, but Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wisconsin) explains his bipartisan plan to avert this and every future shutdown over federal funding. President Trump has announced new tariffs on chipmakers, trucks, and furniture, and former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted. Plus, veteran advertising executive Andrew Robertson, chairman of BBDO Worldwide, shares his perspective on creativity and innovation from his new book, “The Creative Shift.”  Sen. Ron  Johnson       24:07Andrew Robertson     38:02 In this episode:Ron Johnson, @SenRonJohnsonEunice Yoon, @onlyyoontvEamon Javers, @eamonjaversJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie 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.

The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: President Trump has announced new tariffs on pharmaceuticals and trucks, and he’s suggested sharing that revenue with American farmers hit by other tariffs already in place.  Costco is working to offset costs of tariffs, Meta has announced pricing for ad-free options for its platforms in the UK, and Amazon is settling with the FTC after the regulator brought the tech giant to court over Amazon Prime membership cancellation complaints.  Squawk Box is hosted by Joe Kernen, Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin.  Follow Squawk Pod for the best moments, interviews and analysis from our TV show in an audio-first format. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The White House warned federal agencies to prepare for mass firings if Congress does not reach a deal to fund the government by midnight on October 1st. CNBC’s Emily Wilkins describes the warning, and Sen. Jeanne Shaheen discusses the health care tax credits hanging in the balance. Kodiak Robotics begins trading on the Nasdaq today; CEO Don Brunette shares the future outlook for autonomous trucks.  The Trump Administration has slashed the price of the so-called Gold Card path to citizenship from $5million to $1million.  CNBC’s Robert Frank reports on the demand for this fast track.  And, the Department of Commerce has launched a national security investigation into imports of robotics and medical devices.  Sign up for Robert Frank’s Inside Wealth Newsletter! Sen. Jeanne Shaheen - 16:25Don Burnette -  26:01 In this episodeSen. Jeanne Shaheen, @SenatorShaheen Don Burnette, @don_burnetteEmily Wilkins, @emrwilkinsRobert Frank, @robtfrank__Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky Quick, @BeckyQuickKatie 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.

The FDA has approved the injectable version of Merck’s cancer therapy Keytruda. Merck CEO Robert Davis discusses the pricing of this drug and others with CNBC’s Angelica Peebles, Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin. Davis also stands firm on the safety of vaccines and weighs in on the Trump administration’s agenda for health care. Jimmy Kimmel has returned to ABC’s airwaves. Puck’s Matt Belloni discusses the host’s temporary suspension, Kimmel’s response, and the contractual obligations of Disney’s affiliates Nexstar and Sinclair. Plus, the U.S. has barred Iran’s diplomats from shopping at wholesale stores like Costco without permission.  Matt Belloni - 15:12Robert Davis - 28:47 In this episodeMatt Belloni, @mattbelloniJoe Kernen, @JoeSquawk Becky 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.