After weeks of speculation over whether he would be leaving the network, TVNewser has confirmed Jeff Macke is out at CNBC.

"Jeff is no longer with CNBC," says spokesperson Brian Steel. "We wish him all the best, and we thank him for his quality contributions."

Macke's appearance on the May 19 CNBC Reports led to rumors he would be off his regular duty at Fast Money. Instead, he was on vacation for a week and returned to the show, appearing through last Friday.

To relive the appearance that led to the initial speculation, click continued..