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Joe Kernen is an American financial journalist and television anchor. He is currently a co-anchor of CNBC's daily morning show, "Squawk Box".
Mini Bio
Joe Kernen is a longtime anchor on CNBC, best known for co-hosting "Squawk Box," the network's flagship morning show. He's known for his market commentary, interviews with prominent figures, and sometimes controversial opinions.
Early Life
Kernen grew up in Western Hills, Cincinnati, Ohio. He earned a bachelor's degree in molecular biology from the University of Colorado Boulder and later received a master's degree in business administration from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Sloan School of Management.
Career
Prior to joining CNBC in 1991, Kernen worked as a stockbroker. He initially covered the futures markets at CNBC before becoming a commentator and eventually co-anchor of "Squawk Box." He has also hosted other CNBC programs and contributed to CNBC.com.
Personal Life
Kernen is married to Penelope Scott Kernen, a former commodities trader. They have one daughter.
Channel Credits
CNBC delivers business news and analysis from Wall Street to Main Street. Watch documentaries, reality TV, exclusive videos, and special sneak peeks of your favorite shows.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Joe Kernen?
Joe Kernen is an American financial journalist and television anchor.
What show does Joe Kernen co-anchor on CNBC?
Joe Kernen is a co-anchor of CNBC's daily morning show, 'Squawk Box'.
What is the primary focus of Joe Kernen's work on CNBC?
Joe Kernen focuses on financial journalism and provides insights on economic and market trends as a co-anchor of 'Squawk Box'.
Is Joe Kernen associated with any other CNBC programs besides 'Squawk Box'?
Joe Kernen is primarily known for his role on 'Squawk Box', and there is no verifiable information about his involvement in other CNBC programs.
How long has Joe Kernen been with CNBC?
Joe Kernen has been with CNBC for several years, primarily known for his long-standing role on 'Squawk Box'.
What are Joe Kernen's YouTube stats across all credited channels?
As of 2025, Joe YouTube channels collectively have over 200.0M subscribers, more than 95,254.0M views, and have uploaded over 784.6K videos.
First name
Joe
Last name
Kernen
Birthdate
January 06, 1956
Age 69
Birth location
Cincinnati, OH, US
Years active
2006 - present
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