FOX Business Network Overhauls Weekday Lineup with Morning Show Expansion and New Friday Primetime
Event summary
- FOX Business Network (FBN) debuts a new weekday programming lineup on October 12, 2026, featuring 'Big Money in the Morning' (6-9AM ET) hosted by Dagen McDowell, Brian Brenberg, Taylor Riggs, and Barron's Josh Schafer.
- Liz Claman launches 'Claman's Power Players' (Fridays, 7-7:30PM ET), a new primetime interview program featuring industry leaders.
- The Big Money Show (12-2PM ET) adds rotating co-hosts Cheryl Casone, Marcus Lemonis, and Lou Basenese alongside current host Jackie DeAngelis.
- The Bottom Line concludes its 6PM ET run, with encore episodes of Kudlow taking over the timeslot.
The big picture
FOX Business Network's programming overhaul reflects a strategic push to strengthen its weekday lineup amid intense competition in the financial news space. The expansion of the 'Big Money' franchise and the addition of Liz Claman's primetime show aim to capture more audience attention and advertising dollars. The network's focus on expert-led analysis and high-profile interviews aligns with broader industry trends toward specialized, insight-driven content.
What we're watching
- Audience Retention
- Whether the expanded morning show and new primetime programming can attract and retain viewers in competitive time slots.
- Advertiser Appeal
- How the refreshed lineup impacts advertising revenue, particularly from financial services and business-oriented advertisers.
- Competitive Dynamics
- The pace at which FOX Business Network can differentiate itself from competitors like CNBC and Yahoo Finance with its new programming strategy.
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