Retail Sales Miss, Markets' Record Run, Tech Rally: Apple vs. Microsoft 6/18/24

Jim and Jeff discuss Apple's AI strategy. 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

Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer discussed what to make of FedEx shares rallying by double-digits on better-than-expected Q4 results. Rivian shares soared on Volkswagen agreeing to invest up to $5 billion in the EV startup. The anchors explored what it could mean for the EV/auto industry landscape. Also in focus: Nvidia looks to extend Tuesday's 6% rebound, rising yields pressure stocks, what to expect from Micron earnings, Southwest Airlines cuts revenue guidance, Whirlpool soars on takeover speculation, bank stress tests preview. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Jim and Jeff discuss what made Nvidia rise after a slight weekend dip & Pool Corp takes a dive as demand remains weak amid a challenging economy. 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

Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer led off the show with Nvidia: Shares trying to rebound after falling more than 17% from record highs set last week. What's the proper entry point to buy the stock? Jim also outlined his retail picks for a "frugal economy." Also in focus: The EU's antitrust charges against Microsoft, a double dose of Apple news, Carnival's surprise profit, Boeing reportedly changes its proposal to buy Spirit AeroSystems, Airbus slides, a look at the charts Cramer says should get the Fed's attention. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks discuss the recent moves in several semiconductor stocks. 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

Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer discussed what to make of Nvidia shares falling once again, days after the chipmaker held the title of world's most valuable company. Cramer explored how investors should value Nvidia -- as well as other major tech players. Apple in the spotlight: The company hit with the first charges under the EU's new digital competition law. The iPhone maker reportedly held talks with Meta about forging an AI partnership. Also in focus: U.S. prosecutors are reportedly recommending that the Justice Department bring criminal charges against Boeing, Disney/Pixar's "Inside Out 2" continues its box office hot streak, the latest biotech stock to soar, highlights from Jim's vacation. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer 

One day after the Nasdaq snapped its 7-day win streak, Carl Quintanilla, Melissa Lee and Michael Santoli explored what to make of the pullback in the tech sector –  with Nvidia extending its Thursday losses and Microsoft replacing the chipmaker as the world's most valuable company. In Italy, Robert Frank spoke exclusively with the CEO of Ferrari about the company's foray into EVs. Also in focus: Bullish analyst calls on Apple and Nike, Sarepta soars, discounts at Starbucks, Oppenheimer Asset Management's chief investment strategist shares his sector picks -- and why he believes it's unlikely we'll see a Fed rate cut this year.   Squawk on the Street Disclaimer 

Carl Quintanilla, Melissa Lee and Michael Santoli explored the mega-tech rally, with Nvidia surpassing Microsoft and Apple to become the world's most valuable company. The chipmaker extended its gains, helping the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit fresh record highs. The anchors also reacted to what Elon Musk said at Cannes Lions about advertisers, months after he uttered profane remarks aimed at those who wouldn't place ads on his X platform. Also in focus: Lilly sues to stop counterfeit obesity drugs, Boeing safetly scrutiny, KB Home and Accenture jump post-earnings, Piper Sandler's chief strategist on "softilocks" and the markets, why Amazon is ditching plastic. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

On the final trading day before the Juneteenth holiday, Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen and Michael Santoli explored market reaction to weaker-than-expected retail sales data for May:  What it all means for the Fed, investors and consumers. The anchors also discussed the S&P 500 and Nasdaq entering Tuesday's trading session at record closing highs. It's the same for Apple and Microsoft as they resume their battle for the title of most valuable company. Also in focus: EV startup Fisker files for bankruptcy, Lennar falls despite a quarterly earnings beat, chips rally, what Dell CEO Michael Dell told CNBC about AI PCs, Citi CEO Jane Fraser’s message atthe company's "Services Investor Day."  Squawk on the Street Disclaimer

Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen and Michael Santoli kicked off the holiday-shortened trading week with a look at bullish Wall Street calls on the markets, including Evercore ISI hiking its year-end S&P 500 target to 6000. The anchors also explored how dominant tech has been this month: The overwhelming number of S&P 500 leaders coming from the information technology sector -- Apple and Nvidia among them. At Post 9, Interactive Brokers Chief Strategist Steve Sosnick explained why he believes Broadcom should replace Tesla in the "Magnificent 7." Also in focus: Minneapolis Fed President Neel Kashkari on rate cuts, Senator Chuck Grassley launches a probe into Boeing and the FAA, Tesla roundup, activism boosts shares of Autodesk. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer