And welcome back to Worldwide Exchange. As we close on the 6 a. m.hour, a check of a few big stories that we are following this morning. President Trump injecting fresh uncertainty [music] into Netflix's planned $83 billion deal for Warner Brothers. The president yesterday saying the size of the new company could quote be a problem.>> Well, that's got to go through a process and we'll see what happens. It's a Netflix a great company and they've done a phenomenal job. Ted is a fantastic man.I have a lot of r ...

Core Insights - The report highlights the ongoing investigation into potential price manipulation in the food industry initiated by Trump, which may impact market dynamics and investor sentiment [4] - The report notes a significant increase in China's foreign exchange reserves and a continuous 13-month trend of gold accumulation by the central bank, indicating a strengthening of financial stability [4] - The report mentions a year-end push in the real estate market with various regions increasing home purchase subsidies, which could stimulate housing demand [4] Economic Data - The report provides key economic indicators, including the Baltic Dry Index at 2727.00, down 3.09%, and the CME Bitcoin futures at 89425.00, down 3.68% [5] - Oil prices are noted with ICE Brent crude at 63.86, up 0.95%, while gold is at 4197.41, down 0.25% [5] - The report lists major stock indices, with the Hang Seng Index closing at 26085.08, up 0.58%, and the Shanghai Composite Index at 3902.81, up 0.70% [8][5] Market Performance - The report indicates that the Nasdaq Composite Index closed at 23578.13, up 0.31%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average at 47954.99, up 0.22% [8] - The S&P 500 index is reported at 6870.40, up 0.19%, while the Nikkei 225 is at 50491.87, down 1.05% [8] - The report also highlights the performance of the Shenzhen Composite Index at 2468.88, up 1.24%, and the ChiNext Index at 3109.30, up 1.36% [8]

特朗普，又有新消息传出！ 当地时间12月6日，美国总统特朗普下令调查美国食品供应链，重点排查可能存在的价格操纵及其他反 竞争行为。据悉，特朗普已要求美国司法部和联邦贸易委员会成立专项工作组。 另外，美国明尼苏达州的系列社会福利诈骗案近日不断曝光，涉案金额已超过10亿美元。特朗普一面抨 击明尼苏达州的索马里移民社区，称其为"垃圾"，宣布取消该州所有索马里难民的临时庇护身份；一面 抨击明尼苏达州民主党籍州长蒂姆·沃尔兹和其他民主党官员失察并涉嫌腐败。 特朗普下令调查 据彭博社消息，特朗普已下令司法部和联邦贸易委员会调查美国食品供应链，重点排查可能存在的价格 操纵及其他反竞争行为（这些行为推高了肉类、种子和化肥等商品成本），尤其针对外国公司。 特朗普在本周六发布的行政命令中表示，已要求司法部和联邦贸易委员会成立专项工作组，专门调查各 类反竞争行为，以及外国实体对食品相关行业的控制是否构成国家安全威胁。 行政命令称，"一个可负担且安全的食品供应对美国的国家和经济安全至关重要。然而，反竞争行为， 特别是由外国控制的企业实施的行为，威胁着美国食品供应的稳定性和可负担性。近年来，美国食品供 应链中的某些公司甚至已就指控其操 ...

特朗普，又有新消息传出！ 当地时间12月6日，美国总统特朗普下令调查美国食品供应链，重点排查可能存在的价格操纵及其他反 竞争行为。据悉，特朗普已要求美国司法部和联邦贸易委员会成立专项工作组。 另外，美国明尼苏达州的系列社会福利诈骗案近日不断曝光，涉案金额已超过10亿美元。特朗普一面抨 击明尼苏达州的索马里移民社区，称其为"垃圾"，宣布取消该州所有索马里难民的临时庇护身份；一面 抨击明尼苏达州民主党籍州长蒂姆·沃尔兹和其他民主党官员失察并涉嫌腐败。 特朗普下令调查 上个月，特朗普已下令调查肉类加工行业，并指责"外资控股的主要企业"导致牛肉价格上涨。当地时间 11月7日，特朗普要求美国司法部就肉类加工公司可能在推高牛肉价格中所起的作用展开调查。特朗普 在社交媒体上指责该行业"通过非法串通、操纵价格和控制价格"导致美国消费者购买牛肉的成本高昂。 他呼吁对此展开调查，重点在于潜在的违反反垄断法的行为。 BBC指出，目前，飙升的牛肉价格已经成为一个政治问题，可能影响特朗普降低美国食品成本的承诺。 根据美国政府10月发布的数据，截至9月份的12个月内，牛肉末的零售价格上涨了12.9%，牛排上涨了 16.6%。一磅牛颈肩绞 ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses President Trump's recent actions to investigate the U.S. food supply chain for potential price manipulation and anti-competitive behavior, particularly focusing on foreign companies and the implications of welfare fraud in Minnesota [1][2]. Group 1: Investigation into Food Supply Chain - Trump has ordered the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission to investigate the U.S. food supply chain, specifically looking for price manipulation and anti-competitive practices that have increased costs for meat, seeds, and fertilizers [2]. - The executive order emphasizes that a safe and affordable food supply is crucial for national and economic security, and it highlights concerns over foreign-controlled entities potentially threatening the stability and affordability of the food supply [2][3]. - Recent data shows that retail prices for ground beef rose by 12.9% and steak by 16.6% over the past year, significantly outpacing the overall food inflation rate of 3.1% [3]. Group 2: Welfare Fraud in Minnesota - A series of welfare fraud cases in Minnesota have come to light, with the amount involved exceeding $1 billion, leading to significant political repercussions [4]. - The organization "Feeding Our Future" is implicated in defrauding the federal child nutrition program of over $250 million between 2020 and 2022, using false claims about providing meals to thousands of children [4][5]. - The investigation has led to 87 individuals being charged, with 61 convictions, primarily involving members of the Somali immigrant community in Minnesota [5].

Core Points - President Donald Trump has ordered the Department of Justice and the Federal Trade Commission to investigate the U.S. food supply chain, focusing on potential price manipulation and other anti-competitive behaviors that have driven up costs for meat, seeds, and fertilizers, particularly targeting foreign companies [1][3] - The executive order comes in response to growing public dissatisfaction regarding rising living costs, an issue that has contributed to the Democratic Party's success in several key elections against the Republican Party in November [1][3] Industry Focus - The investigation will specifically examine anti-competitive practices and whether foreign entities' control over the food-related industry poses a national security threat [1][3] - Last month, Trump had already initiated an investigation into the meat processing industry, accusing "foreign-controlled major companies" of causing the increase in beef prices [2][4]

Group 1 - President Trump has requested the Department of Justice to investigate the U.S. meat processing industry for alleged illegal collusion and price manipulation that has driven up beef prices, claiming these companies are profiting unfairly from American consumers [1] - Following Trump's statements, shares of major meat processing companies experienced volatility, with JBS N.V. dropping by 6.2% at one point before closing down 3.64%, while Tyson Foods initially fell by 2% but later turned positive. Beyond Meat saw a significant increase of 16.81% [1] - The recent surge in U.S. retail beef prices is attributed to high interest rates, rising feed costs, and a significant reduction in cattle numbers, with replenishing herds expected to take several years [1] Group 2 - Trump highlighted the discrepancy between falling live cattle prices and rising boxed beef prices, indicating potential issues within the industry [2] - Some agricultural allies criticized Trump's approach to tackling food inflation, particularly his proposal to increase tariff-free imports of Argentine beef, which raised concerns among U.S. ranchers about market competition and income decline [2] - Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian products has also impacted Brazilian beef exports, affecting companies like JBS N.V. and Minerva SA, which are headquartered in Brazil [2]

Group 1 - CATL's Hong Kong IPO subscription funds exceeded 280 billion HKD, with an issue price set at 263 HKD, reflecting a 6.5% discount compared to the A-share closing price of 259 RMB [1] - Moody's downgraded the US credit rating from AAA to AA1, which will increase the cost of future US debt issuance [3] - China reduced its holdings of US Treasury bonds by 18.9 billion USD, now ranking third behind Japan and the UK [3] Group 2 - Nvidia plans to adjust its chip exports to China, ceasing the release of the Hopper series after the H20 chip, which may positively impact the domestic chip sector [3] - The Israeli military discovered Hamas's strategic motives behind initiating attacks, aimed at disrupting Israel's potential diplomatic relations with Saudi Arabia [4] - Guinea's government revoked over 100 mining licenses, impacting the aluminum market and reflecting a nationalist sentiment [4]