Bloomberg Television·2026-08-25 12:49Market Trends & Macroeconomics - US equity futures rise after chipmakers rebound [1] - European stocks rise as oil prices fall [1] - Henry Allen of Deutsche Bank sees market risks on the upside amid a borrowing binge in the AI sector [1] Geopolitics & Trade Risks - US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's plans to isolate Iran risks heightening tensions between the US and China, Tehran's main trading partner [1] - Canada is set to announce a range of measures to protect its workers and businesses from 50% US tariffs [1] - China defends Iran ties as US sanctions pressure builds [1] - Iran warns of retaliation against US economic pressure [1] Investment & Corporate Strategy - Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller criticizes Bessent's plan to spend billions buying back US bonds [1] - Volkswagen faces job cuts and a turnaround battle [1]