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Power Lunch

CNBC 1041 Episodes Aug 24, 2026

CNBC’s Kelly Evans and Brian Sullivan guide listeners through the heart of the business day, delivering the latest developments and instant analysis on the stocks and stories driving the day’s agenda. The show covers the economy, markets, politics, real estate, media, technology, and more, sitting at the intersection of power and money. It offers a full plate of CNBC’s award-winning business news coverage, plus personality from the show’s anchors and the network’s top-notch reporters and digital journalists.

Episodes

Bessent Press Conference Reaction, Tracking Hormuz Tankers, Data Center Impact on REITs 8/24/26
Bessent Press Conference Reaction, Tracking Hormuz Tankers, Data Center Impact on REITs 8/24/26 Aug 24, 2026 00:42:01 The markets are moving mostly lower on Monday as a drop in key technology stocks overshadows a dip in Treasury yields. Brian Sullivan and Contessa Brewer are joined by Oliver Wyman’s Dan Tannebaum to discuss how the U.S. could effectively sanction Iran without causing a massive surge in global oil prices.  Kpler’s director of commodity strategy, Matt Smith, also joins the show to go through the la
Power Lunch 8/21/26
Power Lunch 8/21/26 Aug 21, 2026 00:42:44 CNBC’s Kelly Evans and Brian Sullivan take you through the heart of the business day bringing you the latest developments and instant analysis on the stocks and stories driving the day’s agenda. “Power Lunch” delves into the economy, markets, politics, real estate, media, technology and more. The show sits at the intersection of power and money. “Power Lunch” gives viewers a full plate of CNBC’s a
Treasury Yields Rebound, Crypto’s Comeback, Wall Street’s Biggest Bargains 8/20/26
Treasury Yields Rebound, Crypto’s Comeback, Wall Street’s Biggest Bargains 8/20/26 Aug 20, 2026 00:44:54 Stocks are falling as treasury yields continue marching higher despite the Treasury Department’s extraordinary debt buyback operation. Kelly Evans and Brian Sullivan speak with SMBC Americas’ Joe Lavorgna and Robinhood’s Stephanie Guild on the state of the markets as the national debt crosses the $40 trillion benchmark. VanEck Head of Digital Assets Research, Matthew Sigel, also joins the show to
July Fed Minutes, Etched CEO Interview, Latest Ultra-Wealthy Investments 8/19/26
July Fed Minutes, Etched CEO Interview, Latest Ultra-Wealthy Investments 8/19/26 Aug 19, 2026 00:42:33 The markets are moving higher as the Treasury Department unveils a plan to relieve the recent bond market pressure.  Brian Sullivan and Kelly Evans are joined by Former Bridgewater Associates Chief Market Strategist, Rebecca Patterson, and Cboe Senior VP of Retail and Alt Investments, JJ Kinahan, to break down the latest Fed minutes and give their take on the state of the economy.  Later, the anch
AI Safety Check, Looking for Market Signals, Economic Impact of AI 8/18/26
AI Safety Check, Looking for Market Signals, Economic Impact of AI 8/18/26 Aug 18, 2026 00:45:40 Stocks are falling as a record run in global bond yields are pressuring the markets.  Kelly Evans and Robert Frank sit down with Deutsche Bank’s Binky Chadha and Bespoke’s Paul Hickey provide their takes on the state of stocks and where they are looking for signs of where investors will rotate into next.  Later, the anchors speak with former OpenAI researcher, Daniel Kokotajlo, on the regulation a
AI Spending Concerns, Retail Earnings on Deck, Autonomous AI Boating  8/17/26
AI Spending Concerns, Retail Earnings on Deck, Autonomous AI Boating 8/17/26 Aug 17, 2026 00:41:50 The major averages are moving lower to start the trading week as investors weigh the growing tensions in the Middle East. Kelly Evans and Robert Frank are joined on set by Pence Capital Management’s Dryden Pence and Fundstrat’s Tom Lee to discuss their takes on the state of the markets and whether hyperscalers should cut back their AI spending ambitions. Later on, retail consultant and former exec
Power Lunch 8/14/26
Power Lunch 8/14/26 Aug 14, 2026 00:41:54 CNBC’s Kelly Evans and Brian Sullivan take you through the heart of the business day bringing you the latest developments and instant analysis on the stocks and stories driving the day’s agenda. “Power Lunch” delves into the economy, markets, politics, real estate, media, technology and more. The show sits at the intersection of power and money. “Power Lunch” gives viewers a full plate of CNBC’s a
Apple’s Texas Manufacturing Site, Energy Power Picks, State of Software  8/13/26
Apple’s Texas Manufacturing Site, Energy Power Picks, State of Software 8/13/26 Aug 13, 2026 00:42:27 The S&P 500 and Russell 2000 rose to new all-time highs on Thursday following more encouraging inflation data.  Brian Sullivan and Kelly Evans sit down with Tortoise Capital’s Rob Thummel to break down his latest energy stock picks and which sectors he believes will outperform in the coming months.  CNBC’s MacKenzie Sigalos also joins the show to report on the new manufacturing site Apple is openi
CPI Inflation Reaction, Sarat Sethi Weighs In, Record-Breaking Lakers Sale 8/12/26
CPI Inflation Reaction, Sarat Sethi Weighs In, Record-Breaking Lakers Sale 8/12/26 Aug 12, 2026 00:42:15 Stocks are moving higher on Wednesday on the back of a tame CPI inflation report as tech names like CoreWeave and Super Micro Computer are leading the markets higher. Kelly Evans and Brian Sullivan are joined on-set by DCLA Managing Partner, Sarat Sethi, for the full hour to lay out his take on the state of the markets. Meanwhile, today’s Power Insider segment is focusing on Bloom Energy as Everco
AI Financing Deal, Trane Technologies CEO, Planned California Pipeline 8/10/26
AI Financing Deal, Trane Technologies CEO, Planned California Pipeline 8/10/26 Aug 11, 2026 00:42:41 Markets are moving lower on Tuesday amid lingering doubts that the U.S. and Iran can reach a broader resolution to the Middle East conflict. Brian Sullivan and Kelly Evans are joined on set by Yardeni Research President, Ed Yardeni, to get his take on the $500 billion AI financing deal announced on Monday and where he believes stocks will go from here. Meanwhile, Trane Technologies CEO, Dave Regne
Power Lunch 8/10/26
Power Lunch 8/10/26 Aug 10, 2026 00:41:51 CNBC’s Kelly Evans and Brian Sullivan take you through the heart of the business day bringing you the latest developments and instant analysis on the stocks and stories driving the day’s agenda. “Power Lunch” delves into the economy, markets, politics, real estate, media, technology and more. The show sits at the intersection of power and money. “Power Lunch” gives viewers a full plate of CNBC’s a
Jobs Report Reaction, Software Surge, Back-to-School Stock Picks 8/7/26
Jobs Report Reaction, Software Surge, Back-to-School Stock Picks 8/7/26 Aug 7, 2026 00:42:39 The major averages are moving higher across the board despite the dismal jobs report as investors believe the Fed will be forced to keep rates on hold for now. Dominic Chu and Kelly Evans break down the odds of a September rate hike with Wells Fargo’s Tom Porcelli and recap software’s recent rally with Citi analyst, Fatima Boolani. Later on, Telsey Advisory Group CEO, Dana Telsey, joins the show t

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