Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-20 22:03Group 1: Trump and International Relations - Trump suggested that his proposed peace committee could potentially replace the inefficient United Nations, while acknowledging that the UN could still assist in peacekeeping efforts [4][21] - Trump expressed skepticism about the UN's effectiveness, stating that it has never helped him resolve any wars, despite his hope that it could fulfill its potential [5][21] Group 2: Market Reactions - Wall Street experienced a significant downturn, with the S&P 500 index dropping over 2%, marking its largest single-day decline since October of the previous year, and erasing all gains made in the year [7][23] - The VIX index, a measure of market volatility, reached its highest level since November, while gold prices surged to over $4,700 per ounce, setting a new record [7][23] Group 3: Airline Industry - United Airlines reported strong demand for premium and economy tickets, projecting record profits for the year [9][25] - The airline expects adjusted earnings per share for 2026 to be between $12 and $14, aligning closely with analyst expectations of $13.16 [10][25] - United Airlines also reported a net profit of $3.5 billion for the previous year, reflecting a 6% year-over-year increase [10][25] Group 4: Media and Entertainment - Netflix has shifted to an all-cash offer to acquire Warner Bros.' studio and streaming assets, aiming to prevent Paramount from securing the deal [12][27] - The new cash offer of $27.75 per share received unanimous support from Warner Bros.' board [12][27] Group 5: Federal Reserve Leadership - The process of selecting a new Federal Reserve chair has become increasingly complex, with Trump expressing frustration over the current candidates [14][30] - Trump seeks a successor who is loyal, willing to implement significant interest rate cuts, and has credibility with both Wall Street and his political base [14][30] Group 6: Investment Strategies - UBS CEO Sergio Ermotti warned that selling U.S. assets and dollars is a "dangerous gamble," emphasizing that a complete withdrawal from U.S. investments is not feasible [16][32] - Ermotti highlighted the strength of the U.S. economy, stating that it remains the most powerful in the world [16][32]