In this December 4, 2024 episode of Wall Street Beats Beats Roundtable, the panel discusses the tragic assassination of $UNH (UnitedHealthcare) CEO Brian Thompson and its potential market implications. Robert Marcin analyzes $TRIP (TripAdvisor) as a potential turnaround play with its diverse business segments, including Viator and The Fork, amid declining core revenue. Jeff Macke critiques $FL (Foot Locker) for its struggles due to reliance on $NKE (Nike) and highlights $BBW (Build-A-Bear Workshop) for its growth and resilience. Kevin “Bakes” Baker provides technical analysis on stocks like $AMZN (Amazon), $TSLA (Tesla), $NVDA (Nvidia), and $META (Meta), while cautioning against defense contractors like $GD (General Dynamics), $LMT (Lockheed Martin), and $RTX (Raytheon) in light of shifting political and budgetary dynamics.

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It’s Cyber Monday, and the Beats Roundtable is diving into the biggest retail stories of the year! Moderator Ben Brey is joined by consumer analysts Berna Barshay and Jeff Macke to break down the highs and lows of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

🎯 What’s Inside:

•The surprising resilience of the American consumer—what mall traffic and online sales reveal.

•Winners: Abercrombie, Tapestry, and Decker’s Uggs take the podium—find out why!

•Losers: J.Crew, Capri Holdings, and Peloton—what’s dragging them down?

•How weather patterns and shifting consumer habits are shaping this year’s retail landscape.

•Hot stock picks for Q4 and beyond, including Abercrombie, Chewy, and Dave & Buster’s.

•Insightful commentary on the growing role of AI in shopping (hello, Meta Shades!) and the future of retail innovation.

💡 Special Insights:

•Why top-tier malls are thriving while others struggle.

•The role of promotions like Rakuten cashback and how savvy shoppers are saving big.

•Predictions for 2024—will rate cuts unleash the next retail boom?

🛒 Whether you’re a shopper, an investor, or just curious about what makes the holiday season tick, this episode is packed with actionable insights and lively debate.

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