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2026

Jan11

Trump Announces $200 Billion MBS Plan, Sparks Market Controversy

Trump announced a $200 billion purchase of mortgage-backed securities (MBS) to alleviate housing costs, sparking debate over its long-term effectiveness and concerns about Federal Reserve independence.

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5 Hours ago

Jan10

Trump Calls for Credit Card Rate Cap

President Trump has called for a cap on credit card interest rates at 10% starting January 20, 2026, for one year. This proposal, which requires Congressional approval, aims to protect consumers from high interest rates but lacks specific implementation details. Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers have expressed concerns, and the White House has not provided a detailed response.

Yesterday at 23:47

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Capital One Financial

-2.53%

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Yesterday at 23:47

Trump's Housing Affordability Policy Pushed Mortgage Rates down to 5.7%

Trump announced that mortgage rates have dropped to 5.7% due to his housing affordability policies and the authorization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase $200 billion in mortgage bonds.

Federal National Mortgage Association

+1.47%

2 sources

Yesterday at 09:20

Jan09

Trump Hopes to Reach an Agreement with Denmark

Trump expressed his desire to reach an agreement with Denmark, particularly concerning Greenland, emphasizing either a peaceful resolution or more assertive measures.

Trump signs executive order to investigate shareholder advisory firms

President Trump signed an executive order to investigate shareholder advisory firms, seen as an effort to strengthen corporate executives' power at the expense of stockholders.

1 sources

01/10/2026 00:40

Trump Leaks Unreleased Employment Data on Social Media

Trump prematurely released non-farm employment data on social media, revealing an increase of 654,000 private sector jobs since January. The White House called it an 'unintentional' act and is reviewing data release protocols.

Trump Considers Signing Administrative Order for California Home Reconstruction

Trump is considering signing an executive order for housing reconstruction in California.

Trump to Announce a Major Comprehensive Housing Plan

White House economic advisor Hassett announced that Trump will unveil a major comprehensive housing plan.

Trump Plans to Meet with Oil Companies to Discuss Venezuela's Oil Rebuild

President Trump plans to meet with major oil companies to discuss the reconstruction of Venezuela's oil infrastructure, with expected investments of at least $100 billion.

01/09/2026 18:50

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2 sourcesoutlets including 香港电台网站

01/09/2026 18:50

Trump to Host Top Oil Companies at the White House Tomorrow

President Trump announced a White House meeting with 14 top oil companies to discuss rebuilding Venezuela's oil infrastructure, a project he suggested could be a $100 billion endeavor . However, Interior Secretary Bergum later clarified that the administration is unlikely to provide financial support, expecting the funding to come from capital markets and the energy firms themselves . Executives from companies including Chevron, ExxonMobil, and ConocoPhillips were expected to attend .

Intel Meets Trump to Discuss Chip Manufacturing Progress After US Government Investment

Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan met with President Trump to discuss progress on new processors following the U.S. government's investment in Intel. Since the government planned to buy Intel shares last year, the stock price has risen over 70%. Trump praised the deal, emphasizing the return of advanced chip manufacturing to the U.S.

5 sources

01/09/2026 08:42

Jan08

Trump Interprets US Economic Data, Emphasizing Tariff Policy Effects

President Trump highlighted recent U.S. economic data, claiming tariffs have reduced the trade deficit to its lowest since 2009 and contributed to a GDP growth forecast of over 5%.

Trump Orders Purchase of $200 Billion in Mortgage Bonds

President Trump has ordered the purchase of $200 billion in mortgage bonds, aiming to lower mortgage rates and monthly payments, thereby reducing housing costs and restoring affordability. This move is seen as a response to the Biden administration's impact on the housing sector and is timed ahead of the November midterm elections.

01/09/2026 05:31

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Federal National Mortgage Association

+1.47%

Freddie Mac

-0.59%

1 sources

01/09/2026 05:31

Trump Announces Plans to Halt Wall Street Home Purchases and Defense Contractor Stock Buybacks

U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans to prevent Wall Street firms from purchasing single-family homes to lower prices, impacting private equity landlords and homebuilder stocks. He also aims to block defense contractors from repurchasing stock or paying dividends until they accelerate weapons production.

01/09/2026 02:12

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3 sourcesoutlets including Reuters

01/09/2026 02:12

Trump Expected to Decide on Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae IPO in Next Month or Two

U.S. Federal Housing Finance Agency Director William Pulte stated that President Donald Trump is expected to decide within the next month or two on the potential initial public offering (IPO) of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Pulte emphasized that the decision regarding the IPO is entirely up to the president.

Federal National Mortgage Association

+1.47%

1 sourcesoutlets including Reuters

01/09/2026 01:06

Trump's call for a significant defense budget increase boosts defense stocks like Palantir

Former U.S. President Trump has called for a substantial increase in the 2027 defense budget to $1.5 trillion, boosting defense stocks like Palantir, which rose 1.5% pre-market. Palantir is a major contractor for the U.S. government and defense sectors, closely tied to defense spending.

1 sources

01/08/2026 18:52

Trump to Attend Policy Meeting on Thursday Afternoon

President Trump will attend a policy meeting on Thursday at 5:30 PM EST to discuss various issues, including housing affordability and defense spending.

Trump to make statements on housing issues in the coming weeks

Trump will make a statement on housing issues in the coming weeks, focusing on affordability and potential emergency measures.

Jan07

Trump proposes a significant increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5 trillion

President Trump proposed a significant increase in the 2027 defense budget to $1.5 trillion, citing 'turbulent and dangerous times' as the rationale. This move follows U.S. military actions in Venezuela and could significantly impact the defense sector and contractors like Raytheon, which Trump specifically urged to invest in capacity rather than stock buybacks.

01/08/2026 07:50

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01/08/2026 07:50

Trump Halts Dividends for Defense Contractors to Speed Up Weapons Production

US President Donald Trump has announced he will block defense contractors, including RTX, from paying dividends or buying back shares until they accelerate weapons production. This move reflects Trump's criticism of the defense industry for high costs and slow production, and comes amid ongoing concerns about delays and budget overruns in major defense programs.

2 sources

01/08/2026 06:31