10AM Hour: Akamai CEO, Trump-Xi Updates, and AI Banks Risks 9/25/26

A record buyback announcement for Nvidia. What its stock repurchase plans mean for shares. Plus, the company’s new AI safety software. Then the outlook for mortgage rates, with one guest who says 9% isn’t totally out of the question. And what’s behind the pullback in shares of Meta and several other software names.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla and Jim Cramer led off the show with a double dose of news from Nvidia: The company said it is adding a record-setting $150 billion to its share repurchase program. The tech giant also unveiled a software platform to prevent AI agents from misbehaving. Hear what Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told CNBC about the "Open Agent Safety Platform." The anchors discussed stocks under pressure as Treasury yields and oil prices jumped — after President Trump rejected Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Shares of MongoDB tumbled after the company announced its CEO C.J. Desai is departing to take a senior position at Meta. Also in focus: Meta's "Muse" rally cools; Walmart's AI message; SpaceX launches its Starship rocket into orbit; Cramer highlights a group of stocks that has more than doubled year-to-date; Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei gets spoofed on NBC's "Saturday Night Live." Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Microsoft Copilot EVP Jacob Andreou joins to discuss the AI agent race as they release a new Copilot update today. Then, Guardant Health CEO Helmy Eltoukhy joins after the company received FDA approval for a blood test for breast cancer treatment guidance. Plus, we break down Costco's latest earnings, which have the stock heading higher today.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This hour: fresh consumer confidence data, investor implications of new headlines when it comes to Iran & China, where AI demand is headed with the CEO of Akamai (who just signed an $11B deal with Anthropic), why Bank of America is calling AI an 'evolutionary risk' for the big banks, and how Nike shares could fall further - according to options traders. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, Leslie Picker and Michael Santoli delved into the stock market's moves with Treasury yields above 5%. A live report from the White House one day after President Trump's state dinner for Chinese President Xi: Jensen Huang and Elon Musk were among the tech titans in attendance. The anchors reacted to what Huang said on Ezra Klein's podcast about shutting down AI labs. Also in focus: A follow-up on Oracle declaring a "force majeure" on a New Mexico data center project; Meta's "Muse" rally and $2 trillion valuation watch; Akamai surges on Anthropic cloud deal; Microsoft revamps its Copilot app by adding AI tools; Another downgrade for Nike; Costco earnings reaction, oil prices fall on developments surrounding the Iran conflict.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We discuss how Chinese President Xi Jinping's meeting with President Trump today could impact both the chip wars and the global AI race. Then, Coldwell Banker Realty CEO Kamini Lane joins to break down the impact of rising rates on the housing sector. Plus, we bring you the details of OpenAI's latest rogue hack, which targeted an Australian government website.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives at the White House for meetings with President Trump, with trade and the U.S.-China relationship in focus. Plus, as the administration weighs a diesel export ban to combat soaring prices, American Petroleum Institute CEO Mike Sommers explains why he says the move could make matters worse. And Philadelphia Fed President Anna Paulson signals more tightening could be ahead, warning inflation remains well above the Fed’s target.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carl Quintanilla, David Faber and Morgan Brennan explored stocks extending Wednesday's losses and long bond yields rising to levels not seen since 2004. A live report from Beijing as global markets watch developments surrounding the U.S.-China summit between Presidents Trump and Xi. Oracle shares fell sharply on a report which says the company sent a "Force Majeure" notice about a data center project. The anchors discussed Meta debuting new $1,299 VR glasses and a "Muse Charm" handheld device — and reacted to what CEO Mark Zuckerberg said on Joanna Stern's podcast about this month's launch of Meta's "Muse" AI agent. Also in focus: Crude oil and diesel prices rise; Starbucks to close 250 stores; Barry Diller withdraws his takeover bid for MGM Resorts; Aerospace and defense stocks in bear territory.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We bring you an exclusive interview with McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski where he discusses the company's stock price, current use of AI and the impact of GLP-1s on the business. Then, Okta CEO Todd McKinnon joins to discuss the company's new offerings for AI agents as security concerns grow. Plus, we preview what to expect for President Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping tomorrow.Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hear a fresh read on the consumer through the eyes of some of America's biggest consumer names: McDonald's and General Mills this hour - along with more on yields hitting multidecade highs, why the CFTC has a new warning for prediction market players, and what Meta's 'Muse' model has to do with recent weakness out of the financials. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.