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CNBC Investing Club: Cramer’s Morning Take on Apple 10/20/26

Oct 20, 2026 · 3m

Summary

The episode discusses a recent Apple downgrade by Loop Capital citing reduced iPhone shipments, contrasting short-term trading signals with the long-term "own it, don't trade it" investment philosophy. The hosts also debate their holdings in Capital One versus Mastercard, noting that while they bet on Capital One’s Discover integration, Mastercard’s superior credit profile and performance are becoming increasingly attractive.

Topics discussed

Discover Cashback Card sponsorship Schwab Market Update podcast promotion Introduction to CNBC Morning Take Apple downgrade and iPhone 18 supply chain concerns Strategy: Own through noise vs. trading downgrades Capital One investment thesis and Richard Fairbank Mastercard vs. Capital One value comparison Credit outlook and Capital One expense watch Legal disclaimer and opinions statement Schwab Market Update podcast promotion
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