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2026

Feb03

Trump and Allies Raise Record-Breaking Political Donations

Donald Trump and his allies raised a record $429 million in political donations over the past year, with his main PAC holding $304 million in cash. A significant portion of these funds originates from Silicon Valley and crypto industry figures, including executives from Crypto.com and OpenAI, who are seeking regulatory relief. Reports suggest a correlation between these large donations and subsequent policy benefits, such as eased regulatory scrutiny. In a related move, Trump's media company, DJT, plans to issue digital tokens to its shareholders, partnering with Crypto.com for the distribution.

Feb02

Trump Launches $12 Billion Critical Mineral Reserve Plan

The Trump administration is launching 'Project Vault,' a $12 billion plan to create a private-sector commercial stockpile of critical minerals like gallium and cobalt. The program aims to hedge supply chain risks for US manufacturers and reduce reliance on foreign countries, particularly China. It will be funded through a combination of $10 billion in loans from the US Export-Import Bank and private capital. The announcement led to an immediate rise in the stock prices of companies like US Rare Earth.

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Yesterday at 21:27

Trump Plans to Launch a $12 Billion Strategic Critical Minerals Reserve Program

The Trump administration plans to launch "Project Vault," a $120 billion strategic critical minerals reserve program. The initiative will combine $1.67 billion in private capital with a $10 billion loan from the U.S. Export-Import Bank to purchase and store rare earths and other strategic minerals. The stated goal is to reduce U.S. dependency on China for these materials and secure supply chains for the automotive and technology industries. Companies including General Motors and Google are reportedly involved in the plan.

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Yesterday at 20:21

Robinhood is poised to lead the Trump administration's 'Trump Accounts' program

Robinhood (HOOD) has emerged as a leading candidate to be a custodian for the proposed "Trump Accounts" initiative. This government program would create investment accounts for millions of children born between 2025 and 2028, seeding each with $1,000. While the Treasury Department may select up to three institutions, Robinhood is reportedly making internal preparations for the role, and major competitors like Fidelity and Vanguard were not mentioned as candidates. The news has been met with market optimism, causing the stock to rise on the prospect of acquiring millions of new customers and significant assets under management.

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Yesterday at 15:07

Feb01

Trump Plans to Release Prescription Drug Pricing Announcement

The White House has indicated that President Trump will make an announcement concerning drug pricing in the upcoming week . While specifics are undisclosed, past efforts have focused on a "most favored nation" policy, expanding Medicare's negotiation power to Part B drugs, and increasing price transparency to lower costs and insurance premiums . This is part of a wider trend of the administration using executive actions to intervene in market pricing mechanisms to address voter concerns, as seen with proposals for credit card rate caps and interventions in the energy and housing markets .

Rumors of Trump nominating a hawk for Fed Chair cause TSMC ADR to fall, sparking concerns for the Taiwan stock market

Rumors about President Trump potentially nominating the hawkish Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve Chairman have roiled markets. Concerns over a slower pace of interest rate cuts and a resulting stronger dollar triggered a 2.65% drop in TSMC's ADR and a nearly 4% decline in the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index. This has led to widespread expectations of significant downward pressure on the Taiwanese stock market, especially its technology sector.

02/01/2026 16:12

Trump Hopes for Powell to Cut Rates

President Trump has intensified his demands for the Federal Reserve to implement significant interest rate cuts, citing low inflation and the need to stimulate economic growth and ease pressure from national debt.[ref:1][ref:2][ref:32] He has publicly criticized Fed Chair Powell, labeling him 'incompetent' or 'corrupt' and has initiated a criminal investigation, threatening the Fed's independence.[ref:6][ref:16][ref:34] While some Fed officials see merit in rate cuts due to deregulation, others remain concerned about inflation.[ref:17][ref:18] The pressure has introduced significant uncertainty, with some bond managers warning that eroding the Fed's credibility could perversely lead to higher, not lower, long-term interest rates.[ref:11][ref:31]

02/01/2026 10:17

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Jan30

Trump to Attend Policy Meeting Shortly

US President Trump is scheduled to attend a policy meeting on Friday afternoon, US time . The meeting follows his statement to reporters that he plans to announce the successor to Fed Chair Jerome Powell on the same day . This comes after a month of policy discussions on various fronts, including the Fed chair nomination , crypto regulation , energy policy , and potential consumer finance relief measures like credit card rate caps .

Trump Announces Plans to Build up to 25 New Battleships

Donald Trump announced a plan to build 10 new battleships, with a potential for up to 25. This follows earlier announcements in December 2025 regarding a "Trump-class" battleship with a 30,000-40,000 ton displacement, equipped with advanced weapons like hypersonic missiles and railguns. The plan is underpinned by a proposed 50% increase in the FY2027 military budget to $1.5 trillion, citing "turbulent and dangerous situations." Trump has also urged defense firms to halt buybacks and boost R&D. However, experts have expressed skepticism about the project's feasibility, with some analysts stating the ship will likely never be built.

Trump Urges Banks to Set Credit Card Rate Cap to Circumvent Fed Rate Cut

Donald Trump has called for a 10% cap on credit card interest rates for one year, starting January 20, framing it as a move to protect consumers from high rates ahead of midterm elections (, ). The proposal, which he may enact via executive order, is seen as an attempt to bypass the Federal Reserve and achieve a de facto rate cut (, , ). The move has caused volatility in financial stocks, with banking industry groups warning it would destroy risk-pricing models and cut off credit for millions (, , ). In response to the pressure, some major banks like Bank of America and Citigroup are reportedly exploring new 10% APR card products ().

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01/30/2026 19:51

Trump reportedly preparing to nominate former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as next Fed Chair

Reports indicate that the Trump administration is preparing to nominate former Federal Reserve Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Fed Chair, with a potential announcement as soon as Friday. This development follows a period of intense public pressure from President Trump on the current Fed for rate cuts and criticism of Chair Jerome Powell. Warsh had been considered a front-runner, with his chances reportedly increasing after another potential candidate, Kevin Hassett, appeared to fall out of favor. The news of Warsh's potential nomination has led to a rise in U.S. Treasury yields and a drop in gold prices. However, the nomination could face significant political hurdles in the Senate.

Trump's Order To Paralyze Multiple Sectors in Cuba

According to Cuban state-run media, a new decree from the Trump administration is expected to paralyze the country's essential sectors, including electricity, transportation, industry, agriculture, healthcare, and water supply. This policy aims to completely cut off the flow of oil and financial support from Venezuela to Cuba, which has been a critical lifeline for the island nation. Sources suggest the U.S. may even be planning a naval blockade to sever Cuba's energy supply chain and basic imports, a significant escalation from previous embargoes. President Trump has stated that no funds will flow to Cuba and is pushing the country to negotiate a deal.

Trump: No Withdrawal of Immigration Enforcers from Minnesota

President Trump stated he will 'not at all' withdraw immigration enforcement officers from Minnesota. This reverses earlier indications this week that hinted at an eventual withdrawal, a 'proper de-escalation', and even a decision to pull most agents out.

Jan29

Trump Cancels Bombardier Aircraft Certification

Trump announced the decertification of Bombardier Global Express aircraft and all other Canadian-made aircraft. This announcement comes one year after a fatal crash in Washington involving a Bombardier jet, after which Trump had confirmed there were no survivors.

Trump Says WITKOFF Has Good News

President Trump stated there is good news regarding WITKOFF. Recent reports identify Steven Witkoff as a key US envoy appointed by Trump, involved in high-stakes diplomatic efforts. These include security consultations with Iran in Abu Dhabi, where he reportedly secured a letter with de-escalation commitments, framing a cooperation agreement for Greenland and the Arctic, and plans for talks in Moscow. Witkoff has also been named to an executive committee to oversee a Gaza peace and reconstruction plan.

Trump to Sign Order to Address Drug Addiction

U.S. President Trump is set to sign an executive order with measures to address drug addiction and abuse . The initiative has been named the 'Great American Recovery Plan' . Specific details of the measures have not yet been disclosed, though an envoy reportedly brought back 'pretty good news' on the matter .

Jan28

Trump Issues Order to Limit Institutional Investors' Home Buying to Lower Prices

President Trump has issued an executive order to restrict large institutional investors from purchasing single-family homes, aiming to lower housing prices for families. The order, part of a broader strategy to address living costs before the midterm elections, mandates the Treasury Department to define "large institutional investor" and "single-family home" within 30 days. This follows other measures, such as directing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to buy $200 billion in mortgage-backed securities. However, experts suggest that since institutional investors own a small fraction of homes, the ban may not significantly impact overall housing prices.

Palantir Awarded Defense Contract to Support Trump's 'Golden Dome' Defense System Project

Palantir is one of numerous companies, including Lockheed Martin and Anduril, awarded a contract to support the "Golden Dome" missile defense system, a project announced by President Trump. This contract vehicle is valued at up to $151 billion and is distributed among thousands of suppliers to create new defense, aerospace, and cybersecurity systems. The initiative aims to establish a defense system similar to Israel's "Iron Dome". This news comes amid analyst discussions about Palantir's role in government AI adoption and its potential as a stock favored by the Trump administration.

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01/28/2026 12:29

Dollar Faces Worst Plunge in Nearly Four Years

The US dollar is experiencing its most severe sell-off in nearly four years, with the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index posting its steepest four-day decline since last April and the DXY index falling to a four-year low. The sell-off is driven by a confluence of factors including US political and policy unpredictability, with President Trump expressing satisfaction with a weaker dollar to boost exports. This has sparked a broad 'Sell America' trade, impacting stocks and bonds, and has led traders to pay record premiums in the options market to bet on further declines. Concerns are compounded by potential US-Japan currency intervention, US fiscal worries, and threats of new tariffs.

01/28/2026 08:47

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01/28/2026 08:47

Jan27

Trump Says He Will Ensure Homeowners Maintain Their Wealth

President Trump stated he wants to protect homeowner wealth, specifically mentioning his intent to strengthen the government-sponsored enterprises Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to stabilize the housing market. This is part of a broader set of proposals aimed at addressing housing, which also includes banning Wall Street firms from investing in single-family homes and potentially allowing 401(k) withdrawals for down payments.