BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
A PROCLAMATION
1.  On October 24, 2025, the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) transmitted to me a report on his investigation into the effects of im… [+13361 chars]

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION 1.  On October 24, 2025, the Secretary of Commerce (Secretary) transmitted to me a report Every child deserves a safe and nurturing home where they can learn, grow, and reach their full potential…

Whitehouse.gov

Adjusting Imports of Processed Critical Minerals and Their Derivative Products into the United States - The White House (.gov)

The market for humanoid robots is poised to explode over the next decade but there are already three major ways investors can start getting in on the trend, according to a new report from Barclays an… [+263 chars]

Analysts see investment opportunities in makers of components, defense technology and critical minerals that will be vital to the future of robotics

MarketWatch

3 ways to invest in what could become a $200 billion market for humanoid robots - MarketWatch

"You get what you measure" is one of my favorite concepts in modern business. It means people and organizations tend to focus their behavior on whatever metrics get tracked and rewarded.
This even a… [+1639 chars]

Never underestimate the power of financial incentives. Even for tech billionaires.

Business Insider

The $1 trillion reason Elon Musk ended Tesla FSD purchases - Business Insider

Cerebras builds purpose-built AI systems to accelerate long outputs from AI models. Its unique speed comes from putting massive compute, memory, and bandwidth together on a single giant chip and elim… [+1305 chars]

OpenAI is partnering with Cerebras to add 750MW of ultra low-latency AI compute to our platform.

Openai.com

OpenAI partners with Cerebras - OpenAI

As President Donald J. Trump advances bold action to address the housing challenges facing American families following years of rising costs under Biden, new data shows encouraging signs of improveme… [+1745 chars]

As President Donald J. Trump advances bold action to address the housing challenges facing American families following years of rising costs under Biden,

As President Trump Tackles Housing Affordability, Progress Emerges — and More Relief Is on the Horizon - The White House (.gov)

Bilt is unveiling three new credit cards with interest rates capped at 10%, days after President Donald Trump threatened lenders that failed to do so.
The firm, best known for cards that offer rewar… [+144 chars]

Bilt is unveiling three new credit cards with interest rates capped at 10%, days after President Donald Trump threatened lenders that failed to do so.

Bloomberg

Bilt Unveils Credit Cards Capped at 10% After Trump’s Demands - Bloomberg.com

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Banks such as Citigroup and Wells Fargo say capping rates would limit credit and hurt economic growth

Financial Times

Wall Street hits back at Trump’s plan to limit interest on credit cards - Financial Times

Venture capitalist Peter Thiel has written his biggest political check in years, donating $3 million to a California business group leading the fight against a proposed billionaire wealth tax. The mo… [+3970 chars]

Peter Thiel and Gavin Newsom are united in opposition to the billionaire tax.

Fortune

Peter Thiel makes his biggest donation in years to help defeat California’s billionaire wealth tax - Fortune

Stocks moved lower on Wednesday for a second day, pulling back further from record levels, as traders digested a fresh batch of earnings and monitored geopolitical developments.
The S&amp;P 500 trad… [+3090 chars]

Traders digested a fresh batch of earnings and monitored geopolitical developments.

CNBC

S&P 500 falls 1%, under pressure by tech; Bank of America, Wells Fargo slip after earnings: Live updates - CNBC

The U.S. housing market slump dragged into its fourth year in 2025 as sales remained stuck at a 30-year low with rising home prices and elevated mortgage rates keeping many prospective home shoppers … [+4346 chars]

The U.S. housing market slump dragged into its fourth year in 2025, as sales remained stuck at a 30-year low with rising home prices and elevated mortgage rates keeping many prospective home shoppers shut out of the market. The National Association of Realtor…

Associated Press

2025 home sales stuck at 30-year low with prices high and mortgages onerous - AP News

Citi CEO Jane Fraser is adopting a player-coach mentality with her team this year, and she's making clear she expects them to run another lap.
In a memo sent on Wednesday titled "The bar is raised,"… [+3790 chars]

Citi's CEO pledged to save billions by cutting jobs. A new memo and statements by the bank's top brass shed light on how that will play out in 2026.

Citi's CEO Jane Fraser warns staff in memo: old habits are out, and performance is in - Business Insider

Key Points
<ul><li>Tech and financial stocks fell; Russell 2000 small caps gained amid economic data and earnings reports.</li><li>Supreme Court delayed tariff decision; Meta laid off 10-15% staff f… [+9238 chars]

TheStreet

Stock Market Today, Jan. 14: Pivotal Supreme Court Decision Delayed Again for this Reason - thestreet.com

Story HighlightsWells Fargo stock fell on Wednesday after the company failed to meet Wall Street’s expectations.

Wells Fargo stock slipped on Wednesday after the company’s earnings came in below estimates.

Tipranks.com

WFC Earnings: Wells Fargo Stock Slips as Q4 Results Disappoint Investors - TipRanks

HONG KONG (AP) Chinas trade surplus surged to a record of almost $1.2 trillion in 2025, the government said Wednesday, as exports to other countries made up for slowing shipments to the U.S. under Pr… [+4251 chars]

China has reported its trade surplus surged to a record of almost $1.2 trillion last year as exports to other countries made up for slowing shipments to the United States under President Donald Trump. Customs data released on Wednesday showed that China’s glo…

China’s trade surplus surges 20% to a record $1.2 trillion, even with Trump’s tariffs - AP News

Dive Brief:
<ul><li>Saks Global on Wednesday filed for Chapter 11 in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas. The move comes after a year of financial struggles following a $2.7… [+3314 chars]

Former Neiman Marcus Group chief ​​Geoffroy van Raemdonck, now CEO, is bringing on a fresh slate of executives — and has a $1.75 billion financing package to work with.

Retail Dive

Saks Global files for bankruptcy, shakes up leadership after a year of struggles - Retail Dive

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The Japanese automaker confirmed that production of the all-electric Acura RSX will start in the second half of 2026, followed by Honda Zero SUV.
The Japanese a… [+4809 chars]

Honda is relaunching the Acura RDX SUV as a two-motor hybrid. And it confirmed that production of the all-electric RSX will commence later this year.

The Verge

Honda relaunching Acura RDX as a next-gen two-motor hybrid - The Verge

US mortgage rates slid last week to one of the lowest levels in years, sparking a flurry of purchase and refinancing activity that offers hope for a plodding housing market.
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US mortgage rates slid last week to one of the lowest levels in years, sparking a flurry of purchase and refinancing activity that offers hope for a plodding housing market.

US Mortgage Rates Slide to One of the Lowest Levels Since 2022 - Bloomberg.com

CHARLOTTE, NC Bank of America reported its fourth quarter 2025 financial results today. The news release, supplemental filing and investor presentation can be accessed at Bank of Americas Investor Re… [+2341 chars]

Bank of America reported its fourth quarter 2025 financial results today. The news release, supplemental filing and investor presentation can be accessed at Bank of America’s Investor Relations website at https://investor.bankofamerica.com/quarterly-earnings.