The New York City Marathon is this Sunday. That race attracts athletes from all over the world and CEOs from major brands because of its prestige and global appeal. Joining us right now is one of those CEOs who are flocking here to New York City this weekend.Dan Sheridan is Brooks running CEO and Dan, thanks for coming in. >> Thanks for having me. It's nice to be in New York. >> It's great to have you here.Now, you guys are not an official sponsor of the New York City Marathon. Uh but you do have a lot of p ...

Trade Relations & Agreements - US and China agreed on "almost everything" regarding a potential trade deal, with a signing expected "pretty soon" [1] - China will pause restrictions on rare earth exports and purchase large amounts of US soybeans [2] - The US will reduce fentanyl-related tariffs on Chinese goods, bringing the overall levy down from 57% to 47% [2][16] - South Korea will invest $350 billion into the US in exchange for lower tariffs, set at 15%, and will purchase US oil and gas in vast quantities [4] Unresolved Issues & Omissions - The Chinese statement following the meeting did not mention a trade deal, TikTok authorization, Taiwan, or buying US agricultural goods [6][7] - The meeting did not address the TikTok deal, China's purchases of Russian oil, or Taiwan [12][13] - Guarantees on the amount of soybeans and other agricultural goods China committed to buying remain unclear [10] Nuclear Weapons & Geopolitical Tensions - President Trump announced the US will resume testing nuclear weapons on an equal basis with Russia and China [18] - This decision was influenced by Russia's testing of a nuclear-powered underwater drone and missile [21] - The US seeks de-escalation in nuclear capabilities and potentially opening conversations with Kim Jong-un through President Xi [24]

Core Viewpoint - Tariff uncertainty has significantly impacted various sectors, particularly the automotive industry, with Ford Motor Company facing substantial challenges due to tariffs on imported parts and vehicles [1][2]. Group 1: Tariff Impact on Ford - The Trump administration imposed a 25% tariff on imported vehicles and auto parts, along with up to 50% tariffs on steel and aluminum, creating serious challenges for Ford [4]. - Ford's CEO, Jim Farley, indicated that these tariffs could cost the company nearly $3 billion by 2025, with an estimated $800 million loss in Q2 and an additional $700 million in Q3 [5][6]. - Farley expressed concerns that a sustained 25% tariff would have devastating long-term effects on the U.S. auto industry [6]. Group 2: Policy Shift and Mitigation - A recent policy shift introduced a manufacturing credit for U.S.-based companies, which helps offset some automotive tariffs based on domestic manufacturing levels [8]. - Ford benefits from this new credit system as it manufactures medium- and heavy-duty trucks in the U.S., allowing the company to mitigate the adverse effects of tariffs [8].

Economic Context - A successful trade deal must address both economic and national security contexts, with technology being a critical factor in both [1][3] - Maintaining substantial tariffs is essential to correct the unbalanced trade relationship with China, which has resulted in significant wealth transfer to China [2][15] National Security Concerns - The U.S. must avoid making concessions that could harm national security, particularly regarding technology transfers to China [3][5] - Export controls will remain a vital part of U.S. policy, ensuring that sensitive technology is not shared with China [7][18] Choke Points and Fentanyl - Addressing choke point issues is crucial to prevent economic disruptions for both the U.S. and China [4][9] - Fentanyl trafficking from China is a significant concern, with approximately 100,000 deaths annually in the U.S. attributed to it, and China has the capability to halt this flow if desired [10][11] Agricultural Trade - Soybeans are a key component of U.S. agricultural exports, making it important for China to purchase them, although this is less critical than tariffs and national security issues [12][14] Trade Imbalance - The U.S. should aim for balanced trade with China, avoiding large trade surpluses that have historically favored China [15][16] - The nature of Chinese investments in the U.S. should be carefully controlled, particularly in technology sectors, to protect national interests [17][19] Strategic Decoupling - A strategic decoupling between the U.S. and China is anticipated, focusing on maintaining a balanced relationship that prioritizes security and technology independence [24][25]

Trade Balance & Tariffs - Maintaining substantial tariffs is crucial to address the unbalanced trade relationship and wealth transfer to China [2] - The US should not send China $200 billion to $400 billion in trade surplus, especially in technology [15] - Soybeans are an important part of the US agricultural sector, accounting for about half of total US exports [12] National Security & Technology - Technology is a key consideration in both economic and national security contexts [1] - The US needs to avoid concessions that could harm its long-term interests, particularly in technology [3] - Strategic decoupling is necessary to ensure security and technological independence [24][25] - The US should not ease restrictions on Chinese investments, especially in technology and data-related sectors [17][18] Fentanyl - The US loses approximately 100,000 people a year to fentanyl, with most of it originating from China [9] - China has the ability to stop the flow of fentanyl if it chooses to do so [10] Investment - Low-tech, low-data manufacturing could be a conceivable area for Chinese investment, but it should not be encouraged [19] - There is no reciprocity in investment, as China restricts US investment to areas that serve its interests [20] Sovereign Wealth Fund - With a $35 trillion national debt, establishing a sovereign wealth fund may not be the priority [21]

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#要闻 中国商务部：美方将取消针对中国商品加征的10%所谓“芬太尼关税”，对中国商品加征的24%对等关税将继续暂停一年。中方将相应调整针对美方上述关税的反制措施。双方同意继续延长部分关税排除措施。美方将暂停实施其9月29日公布的出口管制50%穿透性规则一年。中方将暂停实施10月9日公布的相关出口管制等措施一年，并将研究细化具体方案。美方将暂停实施其对华海事、物流和造船业301调查措施一年。美方暂停实施相关措施后，中方也将相应暂停实施针对美方的反制措施一年。双方还就芬太尼禁毒合作、扩大农产品贸易、相关企业个案处理等问题达成共识。双方进一步确认了马德里经贸磋商成果，美方在投资等领域作出积极承诺，中方将与美方妥善解决TikTok相关问题。外汇交易员 (@myfxtrader):特朗普：这是一份为期一年的协议，到期可能会延长。对华关税将从57%下调47%。明年4月将会访问中国，之后习近平再访问美国。我将与习近平在乌克兰问题上合作，争取有所作为。 ...

Group 1: Trade Deals and Market Reactions - President Trump announced a nearly finalized trade deal with South Korea, involving $350 billion in investments, including $200 billion in direct cash and $150 billion for the U.S. shipbuilding industry in exchange for lower tariffs [2][3] - The South Korean won appreciated by 0.54% against the dollar, and Seoul's Kospi index rose by 1.2% on October 29, with further gains exceeding 1% on October 30, reflecting market relief and optimism [3] - Chinese stocks surged to a decade high, and the yuan reached a near one-year peak against the dollar on October 30, driven by hopes of easing trade tensions [6] Group 2: Market Volatility and Economic Indicators - The Dow dropped 1.9%, the S&P 500 fell 2.7%, and the Nasdaq declined 3.5% on October 10-11 due to Trump's threats of new tariffs on Chinese imports, indicating the market's sensitivity to trade rhetoric [7] - Despite the volatility caused by tariffs, major indexes continued to hit fresh highs, suggesting resilience in the economy [7] - The International Monetary Fund raised its GDP growth forecast for 2025 to 3.2% from 2.8%, reflecting a degree of optimism despite earlier tariff concerns [13] Group 3: Company-Specific Impacts - Boeing faced potential export controls on parts to China, which could jeopardize a significant 500-aircraft contract, highlighting the direct impact of trade tensions on specific companies [9] - Boeing reported an expected loss of $0.51 per share for Q3 2025, yet its shares gained over 24% year-to-date, indicating market confidence despite operational challenges [9] Group 4: Emerging Ventures and Market Sentiment - Trump Media & Technology Group announced plans for "Truth Predict," a prediction markets platform, which led to a 6% increase in DJT stock in premarket trading on October 28 [10][11] - The stock closed at $15.98 on October 29, with a notable increase in call options, reflecting investor enthusiasm driven by Trump's popularity rather than traditional financial metrics [11]

Trade Relations - US President Trump hails "amazing" meeting with Chinese President Xi [1] - US to halve tariffs on fentanyl from China [1] - China will pause rare earth controls [1]

Robert Lighthizer, the architect of Trump’s trade war in his first term, called on the US to maintain “substantial” tariffs on China, even as the world’s two biggest economies appear to have a deal that includes a rollback of some duties https://t.co/zF3kVUSk7v ...