What the US wants from Canada on trade https://t.co/pEvob56BCg ...

Brazil President Lula urged the EU to finalize a massive trade agreement with South American nations, telling still-hesitant leaders that the deal won’t happen on his watch if it doesn’t get done now. https://t.co/pdbmt2jT8o ...

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said her government is not ready to sign a massive trade agreement with South American countries this week https://t.co/TODYsJTHug ...

Emmanuel Macron’s push to delay a key EU vote on the Mercosur trade agreement risks derailing the pact altogether https://t.co/BY0tc3r5jJ ...

Trade negotiators from India and the European Union are no longer optimistic they can finalize a trade agreement by the end of the year, with talks stuck on a few key issues like steel and automobiles, according to people familiar with the matter. https://t.co/a9DklORnkA ...

Indonesia expects to conclude a trade agreement with the US by the end of the year as pressure builds on both sides to iron out disagreements that threaten to unravel their ties https://t.co/LCTLnVJbV9 ...

Financial Sector - First Eagle Investments has agreed to acquire Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc. for approximately $473 million in an all-cash transaction, with a purchase price of $175 per share, representing a 49% premium over Diamond Hill's closing share price on December 10, 2025. This acquisition aims to expand First Eagle's presence in traditional fixed income and complement its equity capabilities. Diamond Hill will retain its headquarters and brand, with no changes to its investment philosophy or team [2]. Energy Sector - Chevron Corp. has had its price objective revised by BofA Global Research, with the target adjusted to $180 from $183, reflecting a slight recalibration of expectations in the oil and gas industry [3]. Geopolitical Developments - The German Foreign Minister has called for increased support for Ukraine from European allies, highlighting ongoing geopolitical tensions and the need for a unified response [4]. - Bulgaria is experiencing significant political instability as Prime Minister Rosen Zhelyazkov is expected to resign following budget protests, raising concerns about the country's political stability and its path to Eurozone entry [5]. Trade and Labor Developments - The UK government is committed to passing a Workers' Rights Bill by Christmas, which will introduce protections against unfair dismissal for workers with six months of service, effective January 1, 2027 [6]. - India-US trade negotiations are reportedly progressing well, with discussions aimed at finalizing the initial phase of a bilateral trade agreement [6].

Trade talks between the US and Canada are stalled, and there’s an emerging belief in both governments that key issues will be rolled into next year’s broader review of the North American trade agreement https://t.co/PsfdtbU5GW ...

Trade Agreement - Switzerland's preliminary trade agreement with the US reduces tariffs on many Swiss goods from 39% to 15% [1] Government Stance - Swiss Economy Minister Guy Parmelin defended Switzerland's preliminary trade agreement with the US against criticism [1]

Trade Policy Changes - The U S government is considering eliminating or reducing tariffs on certain food products, like beef, coffee, and tomatoes, that the U S either doesn't produce or doesn't produce enough of [2][3] - The U S and Switzerland have reached a preliminary trade agreement to lower tariffs on many Swiss goods, including watches, from 39% to 15% [7] - Switzerland is committing to a $200 billion investment pledge over five years, with $67 billion (one-third) in the next year in the U S [9] Trade Agreement Status - The administration is working to finalize trade deals with various countries, with India being one of the remaining countries without a deal [11] - Canada and Mexico are in a separate category due to the USMCA, which provides them with lower average effective tariff rates [12][13] Tariff Impact & Strategy - The tariff exclusions acknowledge the impact of tariffs on prices, a point previously downplayed by the Trump administration [5] - The scope of the tariff exclusions is still unclear, including which countries and products will be affected [5][6]