CNBC Final Trade: Market Insights on UNH, VB, QQQ, and Lyft

On August 15, 2025, Carter Worth appeared on CNBC’s Fast Money to deliver his Final Trade, offering timely market insights on a mix of healthcare, small-cap, technology, and rideshare stocks.

His analysis focused on UnitedHealth (UNH), Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB), Invesco QQQ Trust (QQQ), and Lyft (LYFT)—a diverse set of names that highlight key market themes in 2025.

For UNH, Worth pointed to chart patterns that suggest potential stability and upside in healthcare, an area investors often view as a defensive play. With VB, he discussed how small-cap stocks could benefit from cyclical shifts and broader market momentum. His look at QQQ centered on the enduring strength of the technology sector, where big-cap growth continues to drive performance. Finally, in reviewing Lyft, Worth noted both the volatility and tactical trading opportunities present in the rideshare industry.

The segment was built around one of the most common investor questions: which stock to buy now. Rather than speculate, Worth used technical analysis to evaluate probabilities, providing a disciplined approach to decision-making.

You can watch the full CNBC clip here. For additional chart-driven perspectives, explore Carter Worth’s Worth Charting research library, where weekly updates break down major indexes, sectors, and individual stocks to help investors navigate today’s fast-moving markets.