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CNBC's "Fast Money"

CNBC's "Fast Money"

CNBC 2124 Episodes Aug 21, 2026

Hosted by Melissa Lee and a roundtable of top traders, “Fast Money” breaks through the noise of the day, to deliver the actionable news that matters most to investors. Fast Money airs weeknights at 5p ET on CNBC.

Episodes

Making sense of this week’s volatility... And Nvidia earnings on the clock 8/21/26
Making sense of this week’s volatility... And Nvidia earnings on the clock 8/21/26 Aug 21, 2026 00:44:02 The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both snapping three-week win streaks as yields continue their climb. The traders debate the next move for markets and what we could hear from Fed officials next week in Jackson Hole. Then, the Chart Master gives his technical take on Nvidia as the world’s largest company gears up to report earnings on Wednesday, and Bernstein analyst Stacy Rasgon lays out what investors need
Debt worries back in focus... And Walmart misses the mark with investors 8/20/26
Debt worries back in focus... And Walmart misses the mark with investors 8/20/26 Aug 20, 2026 00:43:44 Yields tick higher again, even after the U.S. Treasury’s historic bond market intervention. The traders make sense of the impact on stocks, and CSIS’ Phil Luck weighs in on whether another U.S. credit downgrade could be in the cards. Then, former Walmart U.S. CEO Bill Simon joins with his reaction to Walmart’s big same-store sales decline--and why he says Target stock looks more attractive now. Pl
Treasury intervention sparks rate relief... And Moderna’s cancer moonshot 8/19/26
Treasury intervention sparks rate relief... And Moderna’s cancer moonshot 8/19/26 Aug 19, 2026 00:43:32 Yields and the dollar moving sharply lower after the U.S. Treasury pledged to step up debt buybacks. The traders debate whether the move just gave stocks the all-clear. Then, Mizuho’s Jared Holz reacts to the huge moves higher in Moderna and Merck, after the pair’s personalized cancer vaccine succeeded in a pivotal  trial. Plus, new signs OpenAI is falling behind Anthropic, Target delivers a bulls
Rates surge around the globe... And sell the strength in energy stocks? 8/18/26
Rates surge around the globe... And sell the strength in energy stocks? 8/18/26 Aug 18, 2026 00:43:36 Global yields hit multi-decade highs, putting renewed pressure on stocks. The traders chat with CNBC’s Rick Santelli about the backup in rates, while RBC’s Lori Calvasina makes sense of the overall market impact. Then, the Chart Master Carter Worth makes the case that it could be time to take profits in oil refiners. Plus, Curaleaf’s CEO discusses a cannabis takeout target, semis lose momentum and
Memory makes a comeback... And can gold reclaim $5k an ounce? 8/17/26
Memory makes a comeback... And can gold reclaim $5k an ounce? 8/17/26 Aug 17, 2026 00:43:26 Storage stocks lead the semi rally as Trump administration officials look to steer Apple away from Chinese chips. The traders debate the health of the AI trade amid new commentary from leaders of OpenAI and Anthropic. Then, Vanda’s Jens Nordvig explains how prolonged dollar weakness could send gold prices surging. Plus, the countdown to Meta’s child safety trial, Nike stumbles to 12-year lows and
Key week for retail on deck... And the next test for housing stocks 8/14/26
Key week for retail on deck... And the next test for housing stocks 8/14/26 Aug 14, 2026 00:43:37 With the bulk of earnings season in the rearview, the attention shifts next week to reports from retail giants including Target, Walmart and Home Depot. The traders give their picks for the best-positioned retail stocks now. Then, Compass’ Mike Simonsen weighs in on the big week of housing data ahead and what it could signal about the next move in interest rates. Plus, Disney’s new CEO speaks to C
Record national debt as stocks keep climbing…and retail investor playbook 8/13/26
Record national debt as stocks keep climbing…and retail investor playbook 8/13/26 Aug 13, 2026 00:43:31 The national debt topping 40 trillion as stocks keep setting new records.The traders debate if the disconnect is too big to ignore. Then, MooMoo U.S. CEO Neil McDonald shares the latest read from the retail investor and how their strategies are changing thanks to AI. Plus, what’s next for Netflix after Pershing Square’s Bill Ackman new stake, Birkenstock finding its footing after earnings and Appl
AI stocks back in the spotlight... And a bold call for three rate hikes this year 8/12/26
AI stocks back in the spotlight... And a bold call for three rate hikes this year 8/12/26 Aug 12, 2026 00:43:34 The traders debate what’s driving strength in the AI trade today, as stocks like CoreWeave, Nebius and Super Micro all surge double digits. We also get a fresh read on the AI buildout, with Cisco reporting Q2 numbers after the close. Then, BofA Securities’ U.S. economics head explains why three rate hikes this year could still be in the cards--even on the back of a muted CPI print. Plus, Google’s
“Big Short” investor’s AI warning... And a key inflation report on deck 8/11/26
“Big Short” investor’s AI warning... And a key inflation report on deck 8/11/26 Aug 11, 2026 00:43:27 Investor Steve Eisman of “Big Short” fame delivers an AI bubble warning, coming on the heels of Nvidia’s $500 billion financing deal with top firms on Wall Street. The traders make sense of the mega-deals playing out in tech now. Then, economist Joe Lavorgna lays out his expectations for tomorrow’s CPI report—and why the former counselor to Treasury Secretary Bessent thinks the Fed should hike int
A $500 billion AI mega-deal... and whether Wall Street is getting Kevin Warsh all wrong 8/10/26
A $500 billion AI mega-deal... and whether Wall Street is getting Kevin Warsh all wrong 8/10/26 Aug 10, 2026 00:43:11 The traders react to Nvidia's milestone AI partnership with top financial institutions totaling half a trillion dollars. What CEOs from all the companies involved had to say about the deal in a CNBC roundtable today. Plus guest trader Mike Schumacher, formerly of Wells Fargo Securities, makes the case that Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh could be far more hawkish on interest rates than the ma
Markets React to Jobs Report… And The State of Emerging Markets 8/7/26
Markets React to Jobs Report… And The State of Emerging Markets 8/7/26 Aug 7, 2026 00:43:33 Stocks rising on an unexpected drop in July payrolls, with the Nasdaq pacing for its best week since late April and S&P 500 hitting a record high to close out the week. The traders break down the markets and momentum and if this rally can last into the coming months. Then, Mercado Libre CFO Martin de los Santos lays out the state of emerging market ecommerce and what he’s seeing for the second hal
U.S. Treasury's Surge… And Oil Prices Sink on Potential Iran Peace Deal 8/6/26
U.S. Treasury's Surge… And Oil Prices Sink on Potential Iran Peace Deal 8/6/26 Aug 6, 2026 00:40:50 Rates on the rise as investors question Warsh’s interest rate strategy. The traders break down what to expect from the next Fed meeting and what rising rates means for the economy. Then, oil prices dipping this week as investors anticipate a potential Strait of Hormuz deal. RBC Capital Markets Managing Director Helima Croft lays out the likelihood of an official peace deal and what the Trump admin

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