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Every trading day, Numbers By Barron's breaks down the market's most important stories into three essential numbers.

Every trading day, Numbers By Barron's breaks down the market's most important stories into three essential numbers.

U.S. GDP Misses Economists’ Forecasts in First Quarter

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U.S. GDP Misses Economists’ Forecasts in First Quarter 28 Apr 2023

U.S. gross domestic product rose 1.1% in the first quarter. A survey on retirement confidence sees the steepest year-over-over decline since 2008. Plus, Mastercard’s earnings report. Host: Katie Ferguson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Microsoft’s Acquisition of Activision Blizzard Blocked in the U.K. 27 Apr 2023

Microsoft will appeal a U.K. regulator’s decision to block its purchase of Activision. Norfolk Southern’s earnings report includes a charge for its recent train derailment in Ohio. Plus, the clouds clear for Boeing. Host: Katie Ferguson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Federal Reserve Rate Hike Pause May Be On Its Way 26 Apr 2023

The federal funds futures market is pricing in a roughly 70% chance that the central bank will pause rate increases in June. Plus, a look at home prices and Verizon’s earnings. Host: Katie Ferguson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bed Bath & Beyond’s Closing Plans 25 Apr 2023

Coca-Cola beats earnings and sales estimates amid price increases. Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy. Plus, Disney’s latest round of layoffs. Host: Katie Ferguson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Recession Fears On the Rise 24 Apr 2023

The Conference Board’s Leading Economic Index declines for the twelfth month in a row. A preview of Amazon’s earnings this week. Plus, is a bargain store a bargain stock? Host: Katie Ferguson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ford’s F-150 Lightning to Launch Abroad 21 Apr 2023

American Express posts its latest earnings report. Why electric vehicles often launch in Norway. Plus, SpaceX’s latest rocket launches. Host: Nick Devor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Netflix is Rolling Out ‘Paid Sharing’ 20 Apr 2023

Meta and Amazon push on with job cuts. Netflix’s password-sharing crackdown is coming soon. And the mortgage squeeze triggers big layoffs on home buying and selling platform Opendoor Technologies. Host: Nick Devor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bank of America’s Profit Climbs 15% 19 Apr 2023

IPO for J&J’s Consumer Health Division is coming soon. Big banks post better-than-expected earnings. And the winners and losers From the IRS EV-update. Host: Nick Devor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Earnings Season Is Here 18 Apr 2023

Netflix’s big week is off to a bad start. 60 S&P 500 companies report earnings this week. Plus, Apple’s latest venture into the financial space. Host: Katie Ferguson. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Retail Sales Fell 1% in March 17 Apr 2023

Consumer spending and sentiment is taking a hit. Corporate defaults are at their highest level since 2016. Plus, which stocks have rallied more than 1,000 in the last decade? Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mortgage Rates Fall for Fifth Week in a Row 14 Apr 2023

Producer price data shows a cooldown in inflation. Coinbase might be missing out on the latest crypto rally. And e-cigarette companies could hit speed bumps ahead. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Core Inflation Remain Stubborn. I-Bond Rates Set to Fall. 13 Apr 2023

Core inflation data from March might push the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates again next month. LVMH earnings show the strength of luxury shoppers. And the rate on Treasury I-Bonds could fall to about 3.8% in May. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bitcoin Tops $30,000 12 Apr 2023

Weight Watchers will soon be able to prescribe weight-loss drugs. Boeing delivers more passenger jets than expected. And Bitcoin tops $30,000. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Rise of the $1,000 Car Payment 11 Apr 2023

Americans are spending more of their income on vehicle payments. ‘Super Mario Bros’ shines at the box office. And PC sales plunge. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Job Growth Hit the Slowest Pace in Two Years in March 10 Apr 2023

A look at the latest U.S. job data. Are we in danger of a credit crunch? Plus, why Gen Z is saving for retirement. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The S&P 500 Is Up 7% This Year 07 Apr 2023

March jobs data will be released, but the market reaction will wait. The 20 largest stocks in the S&P 500 have added almost $2 trillion in market cap. Plus, will Disney fully acquire Hulu? Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Big Capex Spending Slowdown 06 Apr 2023

Analysts expect companies to tighten their belts in the years ahead. ConAgra raises its earnings forecast, but sales remain sluggish. And FedEx will soon combine its delivery networks to shed costs. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Weaker Dollar Makes the Fed’s Job More Difficult 05 Apr 2023

The dollar index falls, making foreign goods pricier. Johnson and Johnson settles talc claims for $8.9 billion. And higher interest rates means fewer new bonds. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tesla sets delivery record. Why the stock fell. 04 Apr 2023

EV makers report mixed first quarter deliveries. U.S. investors start to shun ESG investing. And OPEC+ cuts oil production. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Core PCE Up 4.6% for February 03 Apr 2023

The latest reading of the Fed’s preferred inflation metric. Which platform stands to benefit from a TikTok ban? Plus, a look at the demand for nickel. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jobless Claims Hit Three Week High 31 Mar 2023

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits increased 7,000. Why RH is worried about the banking crisis. Plus, Bed Bath & Beyond’s latest woes. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Elon Musk Wants an AI Pause 30 Mar 2023

Elon Musk and a group of artificial-intelligence researchers call on companies to pause development of ChatGPT-style models. A preview of Tesla’s upcoming delivery release. And Bitcoin mining is using more energy than ever. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alibaba’s Six-Way Breakup 29 Mar 2023

The Chinese Tech giant says the move will create value for investors. Lululemon results reflect strong consumer spending. And Sam Bankman-Fried is charged with bribery. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What Happens When Student Loan Payments Unpause? 28 Mar 2023

Will student loan payments dent consumer spending? Warning signs from the junk bond market and bank loan officers. And First Citizens Bancshares pops on partial SVB takeover. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Foreign Investors Look Past the U.S. 27 Mar 2023

Foreign investors are selling U.S. Treasuries and taking their investments elsewhere. A big win for the Microsoft and Activision Blizzard merger. Plus, banks borrowing approaches historic levels. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TikTok’s Congressional Testimony 24 Mar 2023

TikTok CEO Shou Chew appears before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. Ford offers new insights into its EV business. Plus, a prolonged puppy pause? Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fed Raises Rates. Bank Stocks Tumble. 23 Mar 2023

Powell says the banking system is sound. Services inflation could be a problem. And Albemarle ramps up its lithium refining footprint in the U.S. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

GM Revs Up its Autonomous Vehicle Push 22 Mar 2023

The company applied for a permit to test self-driving vehicles across California. Barron’s looks into pricing errors at Dollar General. And money market funds reach record levels. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

UBS Buys Credit Suisse 21 Mar 2023

The deal happened quickly in the wake of high-profile bank failures. Amazon will lay off another 9,000 employees. And First Republic Bank continues its tumble. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Median Home Prices Dip 1.2% in February 20 Mar 2023

New data on February home prices is released. China’s EV production is up. Plus, U.S. companies have more cash on their balance sheets. Host: Nick Devor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The European Central Bank Raises Rates a Half-Point 17 Mar 2023

A look at the first triple witching day of 2023. The European Central Bank raises rates. And Honda issues a recall. Host: Zoe Szathmary. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Retail Sales Fall in February 16 Mar 2023

Spending in February fell across department stores, food services, and furniture stores. Foxconn expands into EVs. Plus, T-Mobile will acquire Mint Mobile’s parent company. Host: Angela Palumbo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Meta to Cut Additional 10,000 Employees 15 Mar 2023

An update on inflation in the United States and Japan. Plus, Meta will lay off 10,000 more workers. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

HSBC Buys U.K. Arm of Silicon Valley Bank for £1 14 Mar 2023

The deal was brokered by the British government. Bank of America’s Bond Problem. And Pfizer’s offer to buy Seagen values the biotech firm at $43 billion. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Platinum Shines On 13 Mar 2023

A look at women’s workforce participation rate. Platinum is in high demand. Plus, Apple gets a downgrade. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jobless Claims Hit Highest Level Since Christmas 10 Mar 2023

Jobless claims rise above economists’ forecasts. Stock buybacks aren’t going anywhere. Plus, breaking down Biden’s budget. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Americans Return to the Gym 09 Mar 2023

Life Time sees memberships rise. China EV sales jump despite falling car sales overall. And a major recession gauge plunges into triple digits for the first time since 1981. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More Rate Raises Ahead 08 Mar 2023

Stocks fall after Powell’s testimony to Congress. And consumers turn away from RVs but continue to spend on sporting goods. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What Biden’s Budget Means for the Deficit 07 Mar 2023

The CBO predicts the deficit could balloon to $2 trillion. A TikTok ban looks more likely. And JetBlue expects a merger lawsuit. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

January’s Booming Economy Wasn’t All It Seemed 06 Mar 2023

The future of crypto and banks looks uncertain. Car loan delinquencies are up. Plus, a dive into January’s economic readings. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Delta Pilots to Receive 34% Pay Increase 03 Mar 2023

It’s been a turbulent time for airlines and their pilots. A look at retail, including earnings from Macy’s and American Eagle Outfitters. Plus, the latest in mortgage rates. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eli Lilly’s Insulin Price Cut 02 Mar 2023

Lilly said the move would limit out of pocket costs to $35 for many patients. Plus earnings from Lowe’s, Salesforce and Okta. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

AMC's New Venture: Walmart Popcorn 01 Mar 2023

The company reported earnings on Tuesday. Plus, Dish gets a double downgrade. And the M2 money supply experiences its biggest ever decline. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why is Apple Cutting iPhone Prices? 28 Feb 2023

The cuts are a rare move for the world’s most valuable company. Pfizer is reportedly in talks to buy a cancer-focused biotech company. And a J.P. Morgan analyst is bullish on Zillow despite housing market weakness. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inflation Heats Up Again 27 Feb 2023

The Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of inflation rose in January. Live Nation’s earnings beat expectations. Plus, Spotify announces a new AI feature. Host: Angela Palumbo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alibaba Beat Expectations 24 Feb 2023

What Alibaba’s earnings tell us about the Chinese economy. Bath & Body Works sends warning on first quarter results. And investment in climate tech firms is up. Host: Nick Devor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Intel to Slash Dividend 23 Feb 2023

Intel will cut its quarterly dividend. Amazon’s purchase of One Medical goes through. Plus, what ZipRecruiter’s guidance tells us about the economy. Host: Angela Palumbo. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Home Sales Slip for Twelfth Month in a Row 22 Feb 2023

Home Depot earnings beat estimates. January’s home sales release is another indicator of the slowdown in the housing market. Plus, bonds see another week of net inflows. Host: Shaina Mishkin. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The 60/40 Portfolio Is Back 21 Feb 2023

Chinese stocks are up by nearly half over the last three months. The 60/40 portfolio strategy has gained 6.8% this year. Plus, more layoffs in tech. Host: Nick Devor. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paramount’s Earnings Miss 17 Feb 2023

Department stores sales surprise. Paramount has a bad day. Plus, a look at the FTSE. Host: Jackson Cantrell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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