Q2 Playbook, Stocks Extend Big Rally, Nike Tumbles 4/1/26

Strong data - alongside growing hopes an end to the Iran war is in sight - boosting stocks...  Sara Eisen, David Faber, and Carl Quintanilla began the hour with fresh analysis of this morning's ADP Jobs & Retail Sales reports before getting predictions on what's next for stocks with longtime market veteran Jeremy Siegel - along with more on what's next in the war with Council on Foreign Relations President Michael Froman. Plus: Microsoft shares closing out their worst quarter since 2008... Is there more pain to come? Hear from one tech investor who says yes.    Elsewhere in the hour: Nike shares slumping post-results; Sara brought fresh reporting on the name and broke down the numbers with an analyst... And can't miss details on some of the day's biggest movers: from Intel to Restoration Hardware to Hasbro.   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.

Cramer says the Club will have to sell this apparel stock if another quarter disappoints. Become an Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks every day as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines, analyst calls and holdings in the Charitable Trust – and see up close how they decide when, and if, to take action on stocks. Sign up here: cnbc.com/morningtake   CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Dow and S&P 500 coming off their worst quarter since 2022, Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David discussed what investors can expect in Q2 — especially after stocks extended Tuesday's big rally on hopes the Iran war will end soon. The anchors reacted to President Trump's Truth Social post in which he said Iran's "New Regime President" has asked for a ceasefire. Nike shares tumbled after the company issued weak guidance — especially on sales in China — overshadowing a Q3 beat. Hear what Jim said about Nike CEO Elliott Hill and the company's turnaround plan. Also in focus: Intel to buy back Apollo's stake in an Ireland chip factory for $14.2 billion, Oracle slashes jobs, RH plummets, Disney upgraded, "Magnificent 7" outlook after a rough Q1.   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.

Cramer tells investors to buy these homebuilder stocks if inflation subsides. Become an Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks every day as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines, analyst calls and holdings in the Charitable Trust – and see up close how they decide when, and if, to take action on stocks. Sign up here: cnbc.com/morningtake   CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today: Stocks rallying in the early trade after a rough Q1... Sara Eisen, David Faber, and Carl Quintanilla kicked off the hour with fresh consumer data and color - as gas prices in the U.S. cross $4/gallon. Longtime market veteran Ed Yardeni weighed in on what it means for equities, while the team got specific Q2 picks from Trivariate's Adam Parker.    Elsewhere in the hour: the CEO of Hershey joined the team at Post 9 in a wide-ranging exclusive, spanning the company's new strategy, reiterated guide, and yes... Even the viral KitKat heist. Plus: details on a new multi-billion dollar tie-up in the grocery aisle, and Nvidia's new investment into Marvell.    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, Jim Cramer and David Faber discussed stocks in rally mode on the final trading day of March and Q1. The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq on track to snap 3-quarter win streaks.  The anchors reacted to what legendary investor and Berkshire Hathaway Chairman Warren Buffett told Becky Quick about this market environment. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang and Marvell Technology CEO Matt Murphy joined the program to discuss their companies' AI partnership — including Nvidia's $2 billion investment in Marvell. Hear Huang talk about what the markets don't get about Nvidia. Also in focus: Unilever to combine its foods business with McCormick, the biotech deal that sent one stock soaring more than 130%, Cramer's take on mega-tech.   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.

A blockbuster show featuring interviews with 2 of the market's biggest leaders: Fed Governor Stephen Miran, live at Post 9 alongside Sara Eisen, Carl Quintanilla, and David Faber - and Fed Chair Jerome Powell, speaking in Cambridge before Harvard students. Hear both men discuss the impact of rising energy prices, Fed independence, and where rates could be headed in 2 deep-dives you don't want to miss.  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.

The Club says it has taken profits in this legacy tech giant after rising costs. Become an Investing Club member to go behind the scenes with Jim Cramer and Jeff Marks every day as they talk candidly about the market’s biggest headlines, analyst calls and holdings in the Charitable Trust – and see up close how they decide when, and if, to take action on stocks. Sign up here: cnbc.com/morningtake   CNBC Investing Club Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the Dow and S&P 500 in the midst of five-week losing streaks, Carl Quintanilla, Jim Cramer and David Faber explored why both stocks and oil prices kicked off the holiday-shortened week with gains. The anchors reacted to President Trump's Truth Social post which included optimism and threats when comes to talks with Iran aimed at ending the war. The Magnificent 7's rough 2026 also in in the spotlight:  Meta and Microsoft in the bears' grip, Goldman Sachs' note on Nvidia, Melius' case for Apple. Also in focus: Anthropic and the demise of its Sora video app, Sysco shares tumble on the food services company's deal to acquire catering supplier Jetro Restaurant Depot for $29 billion in cash, stock and debt. 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.

S&P coming off its worst day since January - and the Nasdaq sliding into correction territory... Sara Eisen and Michael Santoli discussed the latest moves with market veteran Rebecca Patterson - before breaking down Brent Crude's pop above $110 a barrel with Bank of America's Head of Commodities. Elsewhere in the hour - former Tesla President and current GM Board Member Jon McNeill gave his take on how all the global chaos is making EVs look a lot more attractive for consumers... and the team got the latest out of Washington on the DHS shutdown, as long airport wait times continue to wreak havoc for travelers.  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.