NEW YORK – CNBC’s Squawk Box team celebrated Halloween with a zombie-themed twist, featuring custom animations, spooky headlines, and even pumpkin carvings of the show’s hosts. The “Squawking Dead” opener, produced by CNBC’s graphics team, paid homage to AMC’s The Walking Dead, complete with anchors Joe Kernen, Becky Quick, and Andrew Ross Sorkin jokingly auditioning as zombies.
The Halloween segment included eerie “future news” headlines read by the hosts under flashlight illumination, written by producer Dave Evans (@colonelglasses). Meanwhile, pumpkin artist Michael Natiello (@Natiello) showcased his intricate carvings, including lifelike portraits of the Squawk Box team, featured in his annual “Pumpkin Blaze” exhibition.
Market Insights: Langone’s Blunt Take & Siegel’s Bullish Outlook
Billionaire investor Ken Langone, co-founder of Home Depot, didn’t hold back on his views, criticizing Obamacare’s cost efficiency and calling the government shutdown a “black eye” for Republicans. He also shared his latest stock picks, focusing on energy sector opportunities.
Meanwhile, Wharton professor Jeremy Siegel predicted another double-digit gain for the Dow in 2014, reinforcing bullish sentiment.
Danica Patrick Steals the Show
NASCAR star Danica Patrick (@DanicaPatrick) visited Squawk Box, discussing her new sponsorship with REVO sunglasses and the business of racing. The trailblazing driver, the first woman to win an IndyCar race, posed for a viral photo with Kernen, tweeted by Becky Quick (@BeckyQuickCNBC).
Bitcoin ATM Debuts, GM’s Incentives, and Spice Contamination
In tech news, Vancouver saw the launch of the world’s first Bitcoin ATM, allowing users to exchange the cryptocurrency for cash. GM, aiming to lure buyers like Quayle (still driving a ’97 Suburban), ramped up incentives, as reported by Phil LeBeau (@lebeaucarnews).
In a less appetizing update, the FDA found 12% of imported spices contaminated with insect parts and rodent hair—prompting jokes from the Squawk team.
Earnings & Twitter IPO Watch
With Twitter’s IPO looming, Jim Cramer cautioned investors, comparing it to Facebook’s rocky debut. Key earnings reports this week include Disney, Time Warner, and Groupon.
Tweets of the Week
@BeckyQuickCNBC flagged a Kraft cheese recall after finding affected products in her fridge.
The anchors’ “Word Jumble” contest ended in a tie, with solutions donkey (Joe) and theory (Becky).
Upcoming Guests & Economic Data
Highlights include St. Louis Fed President James Bullard (Monday), Twitter’s IPO (Thursday), and October jobs data (Friday).
Follow Matthew Quayle on Twitter @matthew_quayle.
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