In a government shutdown, the Bureau of Labor Statistics cannot issue its monthly employment report; without that federal data, economists are combining state data and private data like the ADP report to paint an accurate picture of the country’s labor market. President of the Chicago Federal Reserve Austan Goolsbee explains the gaps in an economic picture painted without federal data, and considers what’s next for the central bank’s monetary policy. The $20 billion AI startup Perplexity is out with a new browser, called “Comet.” Founder and CEO Aravind Srinivas views the tool as more of a personal AI assistant, and maps out his vision for a future with AI. Plus, Apple has removed apps that track ICE agents from the App Store, and California Governor Gavin Newsom is threatening to pull billions of dollars in state funding from any California university that signs on to President Trump’s proposal to offer preferential access to federal funding. 

Aravind Srinivas - 12:41

Austan Goolsbee - 25:19

In this episode:

Aravind Srinivas, @AravSrinivas

Austan Goolsbee, @Austan_Goolsbee

Steve Liesman, @steveliesman

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk 

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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The government shutdown prevents the release of the monthly employment report, Blackrock’s Global Infrastructure partners is in talks to acquire a major data center company in a major bet on AI, shares of USA Rare Earth are soaring after talks with the Trump administration over a possible deal, Google parent Alphabet is preparing to spin off its Verily life-sciences unit, and Taylor Swift’s 12th album has its midnight release. 

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As the federal government shutdown enters its second day with no resolution in sight, Joe Kernen and Becky Quick speak with CNBC’s Emily Wilkins about the ongoing negotiations between Democrats and Republicans and whether there is any chance of reaching common ground to pass a budget. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent then joins to discuss the latest developments, including the economic impact of the shutdown, key sticking points in negotiations, the search for the next Fed chair, and the state of U.S. trade talks. Plus, CNBC’s Sharon Epperson breaks down upcoming tax changes for charitable donations, and Yahoo nears a deal to sell AOL.

Emily Wilkins - 05:08

Sec. Scott Bessent - 20:10

Sharon Epperson - 39:21

Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkins

Sec. Scott Bessent, @SecScottBessent

Sharon Epperson, @sharon_epperson

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk 

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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Hours into the first government shutdown in over six years, Punchbowl News co-founder Jake Sherman reports on the path forward for both sides of the aisle. The Bureau of Labor Statistics will not release its monthly employment report amid the shutdown, sending economists and investors elsewhere for labor market data. CNBC’s Steve Liesman shares September's ADP National Employment Report, and ADP’s chief economist Nela Richardson explains how her metrics–along with other datasets–help paint a picture of the labor market. Richardson’s takeaway: no matter the metric, hiring momentum has slowed. Plus, Berkshire Hathaway is reportedly exploring a purchase of Occidental Petroleum’s petrochemical business, FTC is suing Redfin and Zillow over antitrust concerns, and Walmart is eliminating artificial dyes in its store brand food products. 

Jake Sherman - 03:41

SteveLiesman - 14:10

Nela Richardson - 22:03

In this episode:

Nela Richardson, @NelaRichardson

Jake Sherman, @JakeSherman

Steve Liesman, @steveliesman

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk 

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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Friday’s employment report is unlikely to be released due to the government shutdown, the White House is pulling the nomination of economist E.J. Antoni to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Tesla is raising lease prices for all its cars in the U.S. –  following the expiration of a federal tax credit, Boeing is in line for a large government contract to build replacements for the bombs the U.S. dropped on Iran in June, and Character AI is removing Disney characters from its chatbot platform. 

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As a government shutdown looms in Washington, House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) discusses friction between the Republicans and Democrats that’s delaying progress on the Hill. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) then responds to the Speaker, underscoring the Democrats’ priority in American health care. CNBC’s Emily Wilkins explains the points of contention between parties and the likelihood of a bipartisan agreement before tonight’s funding deadline. Plus, Boeing has reportedly started working on a replacement for the troubled 737 Max and both fintech Wealthfront and Jennifer Garner’s Once Upon a Farm have filed for an IPO. 

Emily Wilkins - 4:38

Speaker Mike Johnson - 18:10

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries - 37:59

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Mike Johnson, @SpeakerJohnson

Hakeem Jeffries, @RepJeffries

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk 

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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CNBC’s Jim Cramer is out with a new book this week, “How to Make Money in Any Market.” He joins Becky Quick and Andrew Ross Sorkin on the Squawk Box set to discuss his perspective on the markets, the new generation of investors, and AI’s impact on leveling the investing playing field. NYC Mayor Eric Adams has ended his bid for reelection. President and CEO of the Partnership for New York Kathryn Wylde relays the city’s split support for the candidates. Plus, Electronic Arts is going private, and a government shutdown looms, on the Hill.

Kathryn Wylde 14:14

Jim Cramer 28:09

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Jim Cramer, @jimcramer

Emily Wilkins, @emrwilkins

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Andrew Ross Sorkin, @andrewrsorkin

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: Jeep-maker Stellantis has a new CFO, the CEO of British drugmaker GSK is stepping down, SEC Chair Paul Atkins is moving to fast track President Trump’s effort to shift the earnings report schedule for public companies, Vice President JD Vance has spoken publicly about TikTok, and Bad Bunny will headline this February’s Super Bowl halftime show. 

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President Trump has approved a TikTok deal; CNBC’s Eamon Javers, in Washington, and Eunice Yoon, in Beijing, discuss the geopolitics playing out through the social media platform’s business. A government shutdown is just days away, but Senator Ron Johnson (R-Wisconsin) explains his bipartisan plan to avert this and every future shutdown over federal funding. President Trump has announced new tariffs on chipmakers, trucks, and furniture, and former FBI Director James Comey has been indicted. Plus, veteran advertising executive Andrew Robertson, chairman of BBDO Worldwide, shares his perspective on creativity and innovation from his new book, “The Creative Shift.” 

Sen. Ron  Johnson       24:07

Andrew Robertson     38:02

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Ron Johnson, @SenRonJohnson

Eunice Yoon, @onlyyoontv

Eamon Javers, @eamonjavers

Joe Kernen, @JoeSquawk 

Becky Quick, @BeckyQuick

Katie Kramer, @Kramer_Katie

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The 5 things you need to know before the stock market opens today: President Trump has announced new tariffs on pharmaceuticals and trucks, and he’s suggested sharing that revenue with American farmers hit by other tariffs already in place.  Costco is working to offset costs of tariffs, Meta has announced pricing for ad-free options for its platforms in the UK, and Amazon is settling with the FTC after the regulator brought the tech giant to court over Amazon Prime membership cancellation complaints. 

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