President Trump has insisted that he doesn't chicken out when it comes to enforcing his tariffs, telling reporters earlier this summer, quote, "It's called negotiation." Well, despite that, with a deadline to impose new tariffs on China at midnight, Trump was waffling again this morning. >> We'll see what happens. They've been dealing quite nicely.The relationship is very good with President with President Xi and myself. Well, just hours later, Donald Trump folded, extending the deadline for China tariffs f ...

Tariffs' Impact on Consumers and Economy - Yell's Budget Lab estimates tariffs will cost a typical household an average of $2,400 this year [1] - Tariffs are expected to increase prices on goods with low margins, such as fish, olive oil, meat, and cheeses, especially those not produced in the US like bananas and Brazilian coffee [3] - The market is reacting to headlines about the impact of tariffs, with potential effects on GDP, jobs, and inflation [23][24][25] - A CNBC survey indicates that 37% to 60% of Americans are concerned that inflation is rising faster than their incomes [20] - The same CNBC survey shows that 45% to 51% of Americans view tariffs negatively, believing they hurt workers and raise prices [21] Trade Negotiations and Deals - The administration initially promised 90 trade deals in 90 days, but many deals are still outstanding [7] - Countries like Brazil and potentially India face high tariffs of 50%, and negotiations are expected to continue [8] - The Treasury Secretary stated the goal is to rebalance trade in America's favor and bring back high precision manufacturing jobs [9][10] - Multiple outlets report that both sides sometimes interpret trade deals in different ways, and negotiations with major trading partners like China and Mexico are ongoing [18] Apple's Investment and Tariff Influence - Apple announced a $100 billion investment, totaling $600 billion over several months, which the administration touts as proof that tariffs are working to bring back manufacturing to the US [10] - Apple's gifts and investments are seen as currying favor to potentially lessen tariffs on Apple products [15][16] - It's questioned whether Tim Cook can realistically bring all manufacturing back to the United States [13] Legal and Political Considerations - The administration acknowledges the potential for courts to strike down the tariff policy [11] - The President's economic approval rating is underwater, and lower than his overall approval rating, a shift from his first term [22]

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Market Overview & Trends - Asian and European markets are showing positive movement, influenced by earnings reports and tariff developments [1][3] - US market performance is under scrutiny following a disappointing previous day [2] - Earnings and tariffs are expected to be major focal points during the trading day [4] - A weakening economy is indicated by labor revisions, with the bond market pricing in potential Fed cuts [28] - Market sentiment is influenced by the "buy the dip" mentality (FOMO) and the performance of tech and AI sectors [29][30] Company Specific News - **Glencore:** Abandoned plans to move its primary listing to New York, citing no added value for shareholders, and reported a net loss of $655 million in the first half of 2025, nearly triple the $233 million loss from the previous year [5] - **Glencore:** Launched a $1 billion cost-cutting program in response to lower coal prices, copper production issues, and tariff uncertainties [6] - **Nova Nordisk:** Weight loss drug Wegovy sees sales soar, but US sales disappoint [1][39] - **Disney:** Adjusted earnings per share exceeded expectations at $161 versus an expected $146, while Q3 revenue aligned with expectations at $237 billion, shares are down by over 15% in pre-market [16] - **McDonald's:** Earnings per share slightly missed expectations at $314 versus an expected $315, but revenue exceeded expectations at $684 billion versus an expected $67 billion, shares are up around 3% in pre-market [17][18] - **Uber:** Revenue came in at $1265 billion versus an expected $1248 billion, and earnings per share met expectations at 63 cents, shares are down 14%-16% in pre-market [19] - **AMD:** Analyst suggests the upside is unlimited, expecting to regain $15 billion lost due to China sanctions over the last two quarters [23] - **Honda:** Raised its annual profit guidance despite a 50% year-over-year fall in operating profits in the first quarter, citing a smaller-than-expected impact from tariffs [45] - **Open Door:** Shares are down over 20% in pre-market after offering disappointing guidance, citing a challenging macro environment and persistent housing market weakness [46] - **Super Micro Computer:** Shares are plunging in pre-market after cutting its annual sales forecast, with fourth-quarter results falling below expectations due to order delays from economic uncertainty [47] - **Snap:** Analyst says numbers are better than feared, but results are not encouraging compared to the rest of the ad complex, stock is down another quick 15% after hours [49][51] Tariffs & Trade - Countries are pushing for last-minute trade deals as the tariff deadline approaches [7] - Switzerland is attempting to avoid 39% tariffs [9] - India is facing potential increases in tariffs due to its consumption of Russian oil [9] - A 90-day pause on tariffs is expected to be extended, potentially paving the way for a Trump-Xi meeting [13] Federal Reserve (The Fed) - There is speculation about a potential interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September, with some suggesting a possible 50 basis point cut [31][32]

Trade Policy Deadlines & Tariffs - The US is facing new tariff deadlines this week, with potential tariff increases for countries without trade deals [1] - August 7th (Thursday) is a key date as new tariff rates take effect for over 70 countries exporting to the US [3] - Friday sees potential tariffs on Brazil and secondary tariffs [6] - August 12th is the deadline for China [6] Key Trade Partners - Canada is the largest trading partner without a deal, potentially facing lower rates [4] - India is the next largest trading partner that could face higher rates [4] India Tariffs - The President hasn't finalized the tariff rate for India [3] - There was a mention of secondary tariffs targeting Russia and India, potentially as high as 100% [5] - The market is watching for potential 125% tariffs on India [5] China Trade Talks - Stockholm talks with China went fairly well, according to both sides [7] - The market is uncertain why the August 12th deadline for China hasn't been extended [8] - The level to which tariffs would increase against China if the deadline isn't extended is unknown [8] - What happens with China, a massive trading partner, after Thursday is a major question [9]

Government and Economic Data Integrity - The integrity of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is crucial for the economy, as it provides essential information on jobs and wages [2][3] - Undermining the credibility of statistical information, especially jobs reports, is compared to authoritarian tactics [4][8] - The reliability of U S statistics is important for both the government and the private sector globally [6] Presidential Actions and Economic Policy - The President believes jobs numbers are rigged, without providing specific evidence [1][10] - The President fired the BLS Commissioner, raising concerns about political interference in statistical reporting [4][5] - The President is considering candidates for Federal Reserve Chair, potentially favoring those who support lower interest rates [15][18][20] Trade and Tariffs - The President claims to be negotiating significant investment deals with other countries, but details are lacking [11][12] - There are concerns about whether these investment deals will materialize and what consequences exist if countries don't follow through [12][13] - The President suggests using higher tariffs as leverage if countries fail to meet investment commitments [12] Economic Uncertainty and Global Impact - The President's actions and decisions are seen as potentially dictatorial, affecting the entire world [22][23] - Concerns exist about the credibility of the Federal Reserve if the President appoints someone who will prioritize political goals over controlling inflation [23][24]

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Trade Policy - New tariffs from President Trump are scheduled to take effect on August 7 [1] - Details of already signed trade deals are still in flux [1] Economic Impact - The report questions whether President Trump's trade strategy is working [1]

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