Nightly Business Report

If you take the big tech companies out of it, earnings growth is at zero. So is this market too top-heavy? We debate.Mike Bloomberg makes his much anticipated debut at tonight’s presidential debate. His campaign co-chair joins us with what we should expect.And Bed Bath & Beyond’s new CEO says decluttering the store could be key to more sales. Is he right? That’s ahead in Rapid Fire.

Apple is the latest company to warn about the coronavirus’ impact on its bottom line, saying it doesn’t expect to meet its March quarter revenue guidance…how much more pain is ahead.Former Office Depot CEO Steve Odland has a jobs warning.Michael Bloomberg unveils his left-leaning plan to regulate Wall Street.And drama plays out in the pages of the Financial Times between Mark Zuckerberg and George Soros.

As the Dow inches closer to the 30 thousand milestone, investors are pouring into bonds at record levels. We’ll tell you why.Plus, a terrible investment. That’s what T. Rowe Price is saying now about its involvement with WeWork. A look at what’s next, and whether there are more shoes to drop.And is Facebook really the world’s greatest copycat? Or the worst? We debate.

Dow 30k? We’re within shooting distance of that major marker but Berkshire’s Charlie Munger has a major warning for this market. We’ll tell you what it is.Tesla taps the market. We’ll tell you why shares are higher on news that Tesla will issue more stock.Mapping an outbreak…meet the CEO and Doctor whose company provides the technology to do just that. She joins us with a look at how it works and the agencies relying on it in the coronavirus outbreak.Plus, Mike Bloomberg is turning to Internet meme-makers to promote his campaign. Brilliant strategy or money misdirected? We debate.

The Dow, the S&P and the NASDAQ all set new record intraday highs today. We’ll look at the catalyst behind the rally and whether anything can bring it down.Plus, retail is one of the sectors most exposed to supply chain disruptions from the Coronavirus. We’ll rank who’s most vulnerable, who could see some impact, and who’s best positioned to withstand the fallout. And Bed Bath & Beyond sinking after warning on same-store sales. The CEO calls it short-term pain but could this company be beyond a turnaround? We debate.

Fed Chair Jerome Powel says the economy is resilient but he warns of risks from the coronavirus. We take a closer look at his testimony on the hill and the President’s response to what he said.Plus, the fallout from the Coronavirus is showing up in several retailers’ quarterly results. The names and how much it’s costing them.And, if you think American’s appetite for more apps and services to stream content has peaked, new data suggests otherwise. We have the details.

Travel and tech, retail and restaurants, autos and airlines….we look at how industries are trying to minimize the impact of the Coronavirus.We’re getting warning signs from the bond market…is the stock market underestimating the coronavirus impact?Plus, L Brands’ wings may soon get clipped but the stock’s taking flight. We have the latest on the company’s Victoria’s Secret brand nearing a sale.And, there’s one stock that has become critical to the markets. We’ll tell you the name and what makes it so important. 

Another blowout jobs report…Labor Secretary Eugene Scalia joins us for more on who’s hiring, who’s firing and why wage growth overall is still anaemic.Plus, Biotech company Illumina is playing a key role in understanding, and managing, the Coronavirus. The company’s Chief Medical Officer joins us with what they’re doing and where things stand.And, a look at the anatomy of the Tesla rally and why that rally may not last.

Stocks shrugging off coronavirus fears and back at record highs…where the buying opportunities are. IPO whoa!…Casper starts trading on a high note after its valuation was cut, while two biopharma names look solid.What happens when Chinese tourists stop traveling? A look at the economic impact.Plus…Twitter on a tear, Peloton spins out and a DNA dilemma in today’s Rapid Fire.

A blowout jobs report, a potential breakthrough in containing the coronavirus and a new Trump bump. All these factors are powering the market higher this week but can the good times last?Tesla’s massive rally hits the pause button. Are investors taking profits or are concerns about valuations seeping in?Is Macy’s strategy of getting smaller key to bigger things ahead or a sign of trouble? We debate.Plus…Casper is slashing its IPO price as questions swirl about its strategy for the future. We’ll unbox it all.

Tesla shares soaring again today. A look at what’s behind the move, and how many billions Elon Musk is now worth.Chaos at the Caucus…how Iowa’s dream of playing a pivotal role in the 2020 primary has become a nightmare for Democrats.The CEO of Royal Caribbean joins us to break down the impact of the coronavirus and how his company is mitigating risk.Plus, can Disney keep the magic going? A look at what to expect from earnings.

Stocks pare gains as coronavirus cases increase, what it means for your money—and where the dip presents opportunities.Michael Bloomberg unveils his $5 trillion tax plan…which could increase his own tax bill.Plus, Zuckerberg’s harsh words, the most impactful Super Bowl ads…and vegans are angry at Burger King. That’s all in today’s Rapid Fire.

A big selloff on Wall Street as investors grow more cautious about the potential impact of the coronavirus. We look at the sectors most impacted.Some of the major U.S. carriers suspending flights to China…we have the details.Plus, a look inside Regeneron’s laboratory where the race to develop a drug for the Coronavirus is on.

There are now six cases of coronavirus in the US, and more than 8200 worldwide. We’ll discuss the impact on individual companies and your money.Tesla soaring on a big earnings beat…but Elon Musk sees room for improvement.Citi launching a robo-advisor and it could have a leg up on the competition. We’ll tell you why.Plus, Altria whiffing on fourth quarter revenues… how its big bet on Juul is costing big bucks.

It’s the first fed decision of the decade and the main thing to watch isn’t interest rates. We’ll explain.Apple had a blowout quarter but there is one concern that CEO Tim Cook raised that caught investors’ attention. We’ll tell you what it is.Starbucks beating on earnings but cautioning that the Wuhan Virus could change the company’s 2020 outlook.Plus, Boeing’s CEO says the 737 Max is “safer than the safest airplane flying today.” A look at what else he shared with CNBC.

Stocks rebound as confidence returns and investors turn their focus to earnings but can that keep this turnaround going?Could the Coronavirus have a bigger impact on business than tariffs or the trade war? One executive says supply chains could be disrupted for months.Losing appetite for Beyond Meat…one big bank is telling investors it’s time to “head for the sideline again.”Plus, Harley reports its 12th consecutive quarter of sales declines in the U.S. Is this a Harley problem or a consumer and motorcycle problem? We debate.

Stocks under pressure as the Wuhan virus spreads…will it have a major long-term impact or are investors simply looking for a reason to sell? We discuss.Coffee, casinos and cruises…the three sectors and one under-the-radar stock selling off today on coronavirus fears.Plus, it’s T-6 days until Super Bowl 54 and the stadium where the Chiefs are set to face off against the 49ers is facing a real threat from climate change…how pro sports are dealing with changing weather.

Are we in an irrational bull market? Bank of America says yes. We debate.Big changes are coming to the way your credit score is calculated. We’ll tell you who could get a bump and why some may not be so happy with the changes.Mike Bloomberg isn’t just flooding the airwaves with campaign cash, he’s also doling out big bills to get people to join his team. We’ll show you what kind of perks he’s offering to woo workers.Plus, it’s not a boarding house, it’s co-living in luxury, and it means big business for one start-up.

Investors are piling into bonds. We’ll have a closer look at what that’s telling us about stocks.Goldman Sachs’ CEO has a new message for any company who wants its help with an IPO…get diverse. Will other banks follow suit?The Coronavirus travel impact…from the big hotel names to cruise lines, a look at who could be impacted the most.Plus, how SmileDirectClub is reportedly silencing customers who are not happy with its product.

The Boeing CEO holds a conference call where he remains confident in the 737 Max and maintains the company’s dividend. A top analyst weighs in on how the Max grounding impacts the airlines...and which US carrier has a clear advantage. And ,China’s new virus has killed 17 people and sickened more than 500...an infectious disease doctor tells us how big a risk it is to Americans. Plus, in today’s Rapid Fire...Netflix changes its viewership metrics and Saudi Arabia might be behind a hack of Jeff Bezos‘ phone.