Joining me now is Feta Kinska, founder and CEO of Reala Global Consulting. Spetta, great to have you at the desk. Thanks so much for joining us. >> Thanks so much for having me.So, your company analyzed 11 million social posts over the last 30 days to figure out what Americans are buying and what could essentially go wrong this holiday season. So, let's break it all down. I guess let's start on the retail side.What are the biggest risks to holiday spending right now. So when I analyze consumers and digital ...

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1. Report Industry Investment Rating No relevant content provided. 2. Core Views of the Report - The recommended core allocation order for November is A-shares > US stocks > Gold > Convertible bonds > Chinese bonds > US bonds [1]. - Event shocks are the core clues for global large - scale asset trading. The Sino - US trade friction has temporarily ended, but the game between expected and actual negotiation results may continue. The Fed cut interest rates by 25BP in October, but internal differences among Fed officials on the subsequent monetary policy path exceed market expectations. The lack of economic data due to the US government shutdown and the dilemma of balancing inflation and the labor market pose a decision - making dilemma for the Fed. The market's continuous pre - emptive trading on interest rate cuts since August has led to a divergence in interest rate cut expectations, which may trigger adjustments in interest - rate - sensitive assets such as US bonds and gold, and these adjustments may mean more cost - effective allocation opportunities [1]. 3. Summary by Relevant Catalogs 3.1 Monthly Macro Trading Main Line - **Sino - US Trade Friction Repeated**: The Sino - US trade friction heated up due to disputes over ship charging policies and rare earth export control policies. After a series of confrontations, both sides released signals of easing. The Sino - US leaders' meeting on October 30 led to the suspension of relevant export control and investigation measures for one year, and the cancellation of a 10% fentanyl tariff. The global risk - aversion sentiment first rose and then fell, affecting large - scale asset prices. Understanding market expectations is the key to grasping event - shock market trends [11][12][13]. - **Fed's Interest Rate Cut Expectation Changes**: The Fed cut interest rates by 25BP as expected on October 30, but there was a rare three - way divergence in voting. Powell indicated that a December interest rate cut is not certain. The lack of major economic data due to the US government shutdown makes the Fed's decision - making difficult. The market's relatively consistent expectation of interest rate cuts has begun to show divergence, which is reflected in the reversal of the US bond yield and the adjustment of gold prices. The end time of the US government shutdown is a key factor affecting the December interest rate cut decision, and the divergence may mean better trading opportunities [24][25][28]. 3.2 Monthly Asset Performance Review - **Equity**: In October, Japanese stocks were the strongest, and Hong Kong stocks were the weakest, with the overall performance being Japanese stocks > US stocks > A - shares > Hong Kong stocks. A - shares: The Shanghai Composite Index broke through 4000 points in October but faced difficulties in further short - term breakthroughs. The small - cap stocks performed well, and the market embraced dividend - low - volatility sectors while technology - growth sectors faced pressure. US stocks: They were mixed, but technology stocks showed strong momentum, with a short - term inflection point after the release of technology stocks' third - quarter reports and the Fed's FOMC meeting. Japanese stocks: The Nikkei 225 index rose 16.64% in October, driven by factors such as postponed interest rate hikes, "Takamachi Sanae trading" expectations, and the depreciation of the yen. Hong Kong stocks: They rose and then retreated, and the Hang Seng Technology Index significantly underperformed A - share technology stocks [35][40][43]. - **Bonds**: Except for Japanese bonds, the yields of major national government bonds in the world declined to varying degrees in October. Chinese bonds: The yield fluctuated and strengthened, mainly affected by stock market adjustments, Sino - US tariff games, and the central bank's resumption of buying and selling government bonds. US bonds: The yield first declined and then rose, with the US government's credit crisis, Sino - US friction, and the game on the December interest rate cut expectation as key variables. Japanese bonds: They weakened slightly after the "Takamachi Sanae trading" in October, with the expectations of loose fiscal and monetary policies offsetting each other, and the government bond curve first steepened and then flattened [56][63][73]. - **Commodities**: Precious metals such as gold and silver first rose and then significantly adjusted in October, driven by factors such as cooling sentiment, over - valuation, and the rebound of the US dollar index. The prices of black - series commodities and new - energy materials showed limited upward momentum. Black - series commodities: Rebar prices remained low due to weak real estate and infrastructure, while coking coal and coke rose slightly due to anti - involution policies. New - energy materials: The prices of lithium carbonate and polysilicon fluctuated significantly with changes in expectations of anti - involution policies [75][86]. - **Exchange Rates**: The US dollar index strengthened in October, and the US dollar and US bonds continued to deviate. The strengthening of the US dollar index was mainly due to the weakening of overseas currencies such as the euro and the yen. The RMB continued to appreciate slightly in October, affected by factors such as the narrowing of the Sino - US interest rate spread, better - than - expected export data, and strong stock index performance [89][93]. 3.3 Monthly Macro Events Overview - The Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China was successfully held from October 20 to 23, 2025, and the "Proposal of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China on Formulating the 15th Five - Year Plan for National Economic and Social Development" was officially announced on October 28, providing a direction for future five - year development [101]. - Takamachi Sanae was elected as the Prime Minister of Japan on October 21. The "Takamachi Sanae trading" heated up, driving the Japanese stock market to rise continuously in October, with the Nikkei 225 index rising 16.64% in a single month, while the yen exchange rate was significantly under pressure [102]. - Global major central banks held interest rate meetings in the last week of October. The Fed cut interest rates by 25BP as expected, but there was a large divergence among officials on the December interest rate cut decision. The Bank of Japan maintained the benchmark interest rate at 0.5% for the sixth consecutive time, and two policy committee members opposed it. The European Central Bank also remained on hold for the third consecutive time, maintaining the deposit facility rate, main refinancing rate, and lending facility rate unchanged [104][106][107].

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Trade Relations - The current trade situation with China involves a delay in rare earth restrictions and no new tariffs from the US, which helps protect downside risks for the markets [2][3] - There is a potential for upside if tariffs are reduced in exchange for an agreement on fentanyl, although this is considered a low probability [4] - Smaller agreements with other Asian countries are being signed to restrict China's ability to transship goods into the US, strengthening the US's negotiating position [4] North American Trade - Canada and Mexico are expected to benefit the most from trade negotiations, as they will have the lowest effective tariff rates in the world due to the absence of reciprocal tariffs [6] - The president's proposed 10% tariff on non-USMCA goods from Canada is seen as a minor issue, as it pertains to a small portion of imports [5][6] Global Supply Chains - The shift towards a deglobalized world is prompting countries to build self-sufficient supply chains, particularly in critical areas like rare earths and pharmaceuticals [9][10] - Both the US and China are gradually developing their respective chip and rare earth industries to avoid disruptions in the global economy [10] - The ongoing trade dynamics are characterized more as a truce rather than a comprehensive deal, focusing on minor issues to maintain the status quo [11]

Group 1: Media Landscape and Company Strategies - The refusal of Sinclair and NextStar to air "Jimmy Kimmel Live" on their ABC affiliates raises questions about Disney's future in linear TV, with suggestions that Disney might consider divesting from ABC entirely [1][4] - The situation with Kimmel highlights the challenges for traditional media companies, as content is increasingly pushed towards streaming platforms, which could harm the long-term viability of broadcast television [7][10] - The ongoing trend of cord-cutting and the shift of advertising to streaming platforms are significant headwinds for broadcast networks, making consolidation within the industry a potential necessity for survival [9][14] Group 2: Consolidation and Future of Streaming Services - Industry experts predict that more media companies will need to consolidate due to the structural challenges in the market, with a focus on creating larger, more competitive streaming services [14][18] - The integration of Hulu into Disney Plus is anticipated, indicating a trend towards fewer standalone streaming services as companies seek to streamline operations and enhance scale [15][16] - The potential acquisition of Warner Brothers by Paramount is under scrutiny, with concerns about the financial feasibility of such a deal given the current market conditions [20][22] Group 3: TikTok and Competitive Landscape - The recent joint venture involving TikTok suggests that the platform will maintain its existing user experience and algorithm, countering expectations of significant changes following the deal [26][28] - The partnership is seen as beneficial for both TikTok and its parent company ByteDance, while also indicating that competitors like Meta and Snapchat will not see a reduction in competition from TikTok [28][29]

Group 1: Tariffs and Market Reactions - President Trump announced new tariffs, including 100% duties on branded drugs and 25% levies on heavy-duty trucks, effective October 1 [2][5] - Pharmaceutical stocks in Asia and Australia experienced significant declines, while some European pharmaceutical stocks showed less pronounced declines, with GSK shares rising [3][4] - Eli Lilly's shares increased over 1% in pre-market trading following the tariff announcements [4] Group 2: TikTok Sale and Valuation - The plan to sell TikTok's US operations to US and global investors has been approved, with the new company valued at approximately $14 billion, significantly lower than some analysts' estimates of $40 billion [10] - Key investors in the new TikTok entity include Oracle, Michael Dell, and Rupert Murdoch [10] Group 3: Federal Reserve and Economic Indicators - The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge, the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE), is expected to show a total increase of 0.3% for August, while core PCE is forecasted to slow to 0.2% [8][9] - Consumer sentiment is projected to remain steady at a historically low reading of 55.4%, indicating a downbeat outlook among consumers [10] Group 4: Small Cap Stocks and Market Trends - The Russell 2000 index, which tracks smaller US stocks, recently reached a new intraday high, benefiting from the Fed's rate cuts, although ETF flows remain negative for the year [19][30] - Small caps are more sensitive to interest rates and credit conditions, with industrials being the largest sector in the Russell 2000 [24][25] Group 5: Defense Stocks and Geopolitical Tensions - European defense stocks are under scrutiny as NATO warns Russia of a strong response to airspace violations, which could impact market sentiment [11] Group 6: Technology Partnerships and Market Dynamics - Meta is in discussions with Google regarding the use of Gemini models to enhance its advertising business, indicating ongoing competition in the online advertising market [12]

I I want to ask about Oracle in particular because Oracle seems like it's on top of the world right now, right. It's been, you know, it looks like it's going to get part of this US slice of Tik Tok. Um it's been signing these new deals.There's the whole Stargate situation. Um but it sounds like you have some reservations about all of that. >> Yeah.So again, let's separate what's uh what's real valuable and and what's uh a little bit of a speculation. Uh Oracle getting the Tik Tok business is a windfall. uh ...

Media Landscape & Political Influence - Right-wing entities are consolidating power over media outlets, including local TV stations and potentially TikTok [1] - The previous administration's threats of lawsuits against major networks have created a chilling effect on reporting, leading to increased caution in airing controversial stories [2] - Republican figures are strategically acquiring media properties, potentially influencing news coverage and shaping public opinion [3][4] Social Media & Younger Voters - Social media platforms like TikTok and X are primary news sources for younger voters [5][6] - Algorithms on these platforms can be manipulated to influence how people think and feel [6][7] - Concerns exist that pro-Trump or progovernment forces may control these platforms, potentially shaping the information environment for younger audiences [5] Data Security & National Security - There are concerns about foreign governments, specifically the Chinese government, controlling platforms like TikTok and using them to collect data and influence public opinion [7] - The potential for manipulation through algorithms poses a risk to free thought and national security [6][7]

As much as the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel brings up questions of free speech and the administration's response to critics, it is also a story, we mentioned it before, about money, power, and politics. My favorite topic, the night cap is still here. Dan Axios is calling what's happening right now as a MAGA makeover in media.The super wealthy uh more conservatives are buying up some of the biggest media and social media properties out there. I read this week a line that said while Democrats are trying to go v ...