Morning Brief
Welcome to Yahoo Finance's flagship show - the Morning Brief. Hosted daily by Seana Smith and Brad Smith, it's your ultimate guide to making smarter decisions for your portfolio. Our hosts track early session volume while bringing you today's top market themes -- and elevating yahoo finance’s most popular newsletter.
Episodes
June 20, 2025 • 48 mins
Stocks are wavering as investors weigh comments from Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller, who said the central bank could cut rates as soon as July. Markets are also digesting news that President Trump will decide within two weeks whether the US will launch a strike in Iran. Kroger (KR) is on the move after raising its full-year sales forecast.
Takeaways:
Fed’s Waller signals possible July rate cut
Trump to deci...
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June 18, 2025 • 51 mins
On the latest edition of Morning Brief, host Brad Smith speaks to strategists and experts about what they’ll be watching for when the FOMC announces its latest interest rate decision later today. The show also takes a closer look at the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel and what it means for the U.S. and global markets.
Takeaways:
Experts preview what to expect from today’s FOMC rate decision
Analyzing the impact...
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June 17, 2025 • 51 mins
Morning Brief anchor Brad Smith breaks down the latest financial news for June 17, 2025. President Trump says his early departure from the G7 Summit had nothing to do with a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, claiming his reason was “much bigger.” Brad speaks with experts on how the Israel-Iran conflict, trade, and Fed uncertainty are moving markets. X CEO Linda Yaccarino joins Yahoo Finance executive editor Brian Sozzi from Cannes...
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June 12, 2025 • 51 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchor Brad Smith breaks down the biggest market stories and highlights trending tickers before the opening bell. Stock futures dip after three days of gains as investors await fresh PPI data. Trump says he will set unilateral tariff rates within weeks. Boeing (BA) shares fall after an Air India Boeing 787 bound for London crashes after takeoff. Trending tickers include Nvidia (NVDA), Samsung (005930.KS), an...
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June 11, 2025 • 70 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Madison Mills and Brad Smith are at the desk covering the market’s reaction to the May CPI report and a new agreement between US and Chinese officials, as a court keeps Trump’s tariffs in place for now. Tesla (TSLA) shares climb after Elon Musk says he regrets recent social media posts about Trump and announces Tesla robotaxi rides will start June 22. Nvidia (NVDA) nears a record high amid the GTC ev...
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June 10, 2025 • 49 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Madison Mills break down the top stories and highlight trending tickers before the opening bell. Stocks trade sideways as investors await key catalysts. President Trump calls China “not easy” as trade talks continue, while Howard Lutnick says negotiations are progressing. Apple expands its ChatGPT deal and adopts Google-style AI features in a renewed bid for tech leadership. Trending t...
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June 9, 2025 • 51 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Madison Mills cover the top market stories and highlight trending tickers ahead of the opening bell. The S&P 500 climbs back to 6,000 as Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs point to a resilient economy supporting stocks. The US and China are set to resume trade talks today. Apple’s WWDC kicks off with AI expected to take center stage. Trending tickers include Qualcomm (QCOM), Nvidia (NVDA...
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June 6, 2025 • 52 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Madison Mills break down the top market stories and highlight trending tickers ahead of the opening bell. Markets digest the latest May jobs report. Tesla (TSLA) rebounds after a $153 billion wipeout. Broadcom (AVGO) drops following a tepid outlook. Trending tickers include Trump Media (DJT), DocuSign (DOCU), and Circle (CRCL).
Takeaways:
Markets react after May jobs report relea...
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June 4, 2025 • 51 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Madison Mills cover the top stories shaping Wall Street before the opening bell. Investors appear unfazed as Trump doubles tariffs on steel and aluminum, calling China’s Xi “extremely hard to make a deal with.” On the policy front, Elon Musk blasts Trump’s tax bill while Senate leadership signals a change for SALT deductions. Plus, the tech rally continues with Nvidia surpassing Micros...
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Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Madison Mills break down the biggest market stories and highlight trending tickers before the opening bell. Markets slip as investors brace for higher steel tariffs and the White House pushes for best offers by tomorrow. The OECD issues a warning that Trump’s tariffs are hurting the global economy. Plus, Meta plans to buy AI power from Constellation Energy (CEG), sending shares surging...
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Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Madison Mills break down the biggest market stories and spotlight trending tickers ahead of the opening bell. The team covers a rocky start to June as stocks pull back following a strong May. China accuses the US of violating its trade deal while Trump doubles tariffs on steel and aluminum. All eyes turn to the April jobs report and Jerome Powell’s upcoming comments after Fed’s Waller ...
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May 30, 2025 • 52 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith break down the top market stories and spotlight trending tickers before the opening bell. The team examines Bessent’s warning that US-China talks have stalled with Trump’s tariffs staying in effect amid ongoing legal challenges. Plus, the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge shows prices remain sticky as Trump pushes Powell for rate cuts ahead of the June meeting. And Gap (GPS) ...
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May 29, 2025 • 50 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith break down Wall Street’s top stories and spotlight trending tickers before the opening bell. The team digs into market reaction as a federal trade court blocks former President Trump’s tariffs, while Nvidia (NVDA) reassures investors with a stronger-than-expected forecast despite China headwinds. Plus, we dive into the latest economic data and take a look at top movers: Tes...
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May 22, 2025 • 51 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers: UnitedHealth Group (UNH) , Apple (AAPL), CoreWeave (CRWV)
Takeaways:
Stocks fall on deficit worries as bond yields climb
House GOP unveils revised Trump tax and spending plan
Bitcoin extends rally, surges pa...
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May 20, 2025 • 44 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers: UnitedHealth Group (UNH) , Apple (AAPL), CoreWeave (CRWV)
Takeaways:
Rally stalls as S&P nears bull market; Dimon warns of complacency
Home Depot misses earnings; says it won’t raise prices
Senate advances m...
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May 15, 2025 • 47 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers: UnitedHealth Group (UNH) , Apple (AAPL), CoreWeave (CRWV)
Takeaways:
Futures mixed after PPI, retail sales, and Powell speech
Walmart posts earnings amid retail focus
Dick’s to acquire Foot Locker in major r...
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May 14, 2025 • 47 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers: Super Mirco (SMCI), Apple (AAPL)
Takeaways:
S&P 500 back to flat YTD as AI trade gains steam; futures steady
Trump’s Mideast trip fuels AI deals; Nvidia, Super Micro surge
Apple supplier cuts guidance, citin...
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May 13, 2025 • 30 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers: Nvidia (NVDA), AppLovin (APP), Molson Coors (TAP)
Takeaways:
April inflation report released; markets react
Nasdaq enters bull market; Goldman ups S&P target, cuts recession risk
Trump starts Mideast trip; k...
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May 13, 2025 • 30 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers: Nvidia (NVDA), AppLovin (APP), Molson Coors (TAP)
Takeaways:
April inflation report released; markets react
Nasdaq enters bull market; Goldman ups S&P target, cuts recession risk
Trump starts Mideast trip; k...
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May 12, 2025 • 57 mins
Today on Morning Brief, anchors Brad Smith and Seana Smith tackle the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. Our hosts analyze some of the top trending tickers: Nvidia (NVDA), AppLovin (APP), Molson Coors (TAP)
Takeaways:
What the U.S.-China trade deal means for markets and big stocks
CPI report: How tariffs could shape the inflation data
Pharma stocks slide as Trum...
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