Guy Adami and Liz Thomas explore historical market trends, comparing the current market environment to the late 1990s, and debate the potential for continued market rallies. The conversation shifts to potential impacts of a government shutdown, the significance of technical analysis in the absence of economic data, and the influence of international markets. They also examine recent developments in Japan's economy and the potential implications for global markets. The episode concludes with a discussion on regional bank M&A activity and its implications for the broader financial sector.