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Markets brace for Trump's call with China's Xi, plus gold prices take a breather
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Group 1 - The upcoming call between President Trump and Chinese President Xi is anticipated to address the future of TikTok in the US and progress on tariffs, with Trump claiming a deal is nearly finalized [2][4] - Nvidia has faced challenges in China, including accusations of violating anti-monopoly laws and directives for local tech firms to avoid purchasing from Nvidia, while an antitrust probe against Google was dropped [3][8] - China has not imported any US soybeans at the start of the export season for the first time since the 1990s, indicating a strategic use of agriculture in trade negotiations with the US [3] Group 2 - Current tariffs are set at 30% on Chinese imports and 10% on US goods, with a potential return to triple-digit tariffs if no agreement is reached by November [4] - The call between Trump and Xi may lead to a personal visit announcement, which could positively impact market sentiment [6][11] - The focus on chip manufacturing is critical, with the US aiming for independence in chip production to avoid reliance on foreign sources, as highlighted by the Chips Act [13][15] Group 3 - Intel's stock experienced significant volatility, closing over 22% higher after Nvidia announced a $5 billion investment in the company for AI hardware production in the US [38] - FedEx reported results that exceeded analyst expectations despite facing tariff-related challenges, with international export volumes down 3% but domestic volumes up 4% [39] - Breer Holdings saw its stock rise over 220% following a $300 million private investment, indicating strong market interest in companies involved in digital assets and crypto infrastructure [41]