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Salesforce reports earnings after the close today, with profit expected to grow more than 40%. Powers Advisory Group's Matt Powers tees up the results. Plus, among the factors fortifying Nvidia's impenetrable moat will likely be the auto sector. Former Ford CEO Mark Fields explains. And, the Nasdaq is coming off a fresh record close as the tech trade continues to dominate. Bleakley Financial Group's Peter Boockvar and Hightower Advisors' Stephanie Link discuss.

Nvidia is just behind Apple and Microsoft in terms of market cap following last week's 15% surge. I/O Fund's Beth Kinding weighs in. Plus, it's a busy week of housing data, as that market continues to struggle with higher rates and lower inventory. Brown Harris Stevens CEO Bess Freedman discusses. And, if the AI impact roadmap starts with Big Tech, retail and the consumer are not too far behind. Storch Advisors CEO Gerald Storch explains.

Nearly 3 million Americans are headed to the airport for Memorial Day Weekend, rivaling the record 2.9 million set last November. The Conference Board's Steve Odland lays out the key consumer trends to watch. Plus, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq are hovering near all-time highs, the Dow Transports is lagging this year. FreightWaves' Craig Fuller explains what's driving the slide. And, beyond Big Tech, a number of sectors are poised to drive the next wave of AI growth. Caret Group's Fred Hassan explains.

Nvidia shares are surging following another blockbuster quarter, as demand for its AI chips shows no signs of slowing down. Clockwise Capital's James Cakmak and Stifel's Ruben Roy discuss. Plus, Nvidia's stock pop is lifting the broader markets. Hennessy Funds' Josh Wein and Defiance ETFs' Sylvia Jablonski explain. And, JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon is once again warning that a bumpy landing may be coming for the economy. Evans May Wealth's Lizzie Evans digs into the outlook.

The market faces its biggest test yet as Nvidia prepares to report results. Synovus Trust's Dan Morgan previews the quarter. Plus, Target is also out with earnings this morning, just days after announcing thousands of price cuts. SW Retail Advisors' Stacey Widlitz lays out her expectations. And, FedGovernor Christopher Waller is taking a "wait and see" approach when it comes to rate cuts. Silvercrest Asset Management's Robert Teeter and Charles Schwab's Jeffrey Kleintop discuss.

Sanofi is partnering with OpenAI on artificial intelligence-driven drug development. Sanofi Chief Digital Officer Emmanuel Frenehard lays out the details. Plus, it's a big week for retail, with Lowe's among those reporting earnings today. R5 Capital's Scott Mushkin gives his expectations. And, ahead of Nvidia's results, Microsoft is out with a new AI-powered laptop. Visible Alpha's Melissa Otto explains.

The Dow has crossed the 40K for the first time ever. NorthStar Asset Management's Nimrit Kang discusses the stock playbook from here. Plus, it's not just stocks; copper prices are also hovering near all-time highs. Bank of America's Francisco Blanch explains. And, Einride is partnering with DP World to build the world's largest autonomous trucking network in Dubai. CEO Robert Falck lays out the details.

Despite the slowdown in inflation during April, housing continues to drive prices higher. Camden Property Trust CEO Ric Campo discusses what his business is seeing. Plus, Walmart reports earnings this morning as consumers look for even more value. CFRA's Arun Sundaram lays out his expectations. And, Octopus Energy, number 11 on CNBC's annual Disruptor 50 list, is using AI to spark the global transition to renewable energy. CEO Greg Jackson explains.

Investors are awaiting the latest read on U.S. inflation and consumer prices. Citi's Veronica Clark previews the report. Plus, the 2024 CNBC Disruptor 50 list is out, with two-thirds of the companies calling AI critical to their business. Phononic's Tony Atti, number 35 on the list, discusses. And, the Nasdaq is coming off a fresh record high. Piper Sandler's Craig Johnson and G Squared Private Wealth's Victoria Greene tee up the trading day ahead.

The meme stock frenzy is making its return in a big way. Inside Edge Capital's Todd Gordon explains. Plus, Home Depot reports earnings today, offering insight into the health of the housing market. D.A. Davidson's Michael Baker lays out his expectations. And, Caitlin Clark makes her regular season WNBA debut tonight. Washington University's Patrick Rishe discusses the streaming landscape for sports.