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Bessent says SNAP payments "could be" made this week

It's unclear when millions of families will receive their aid.

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Bessent: U.S. faces broader recession risk without more Fed cuts

The Fed signaled the next rate cut isn't a sure thing

Axios

China has been an "unreliable partner" in many ways, Bessent says

The trade deal isn't even on paper yet, yet both sides are ramping up rhetoric.

Axios

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Trump's White House Bathroom Renovation Sparks Fury, Economist Slams 'Clearly Wrong' Inflation Data And More: This Week In Economy

As the week comes to a close, here’s a quick recap of the top stories that dominated the headlines, from the world of politics to the economy and the stock market.

Benzinga

Scott Bessent Uses BTC's 17th Anniversary To Jab Senate Democrats: 'Bitcoin Never Shuts Down...Learn Something'

On Friday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent marked Bitcoin's (CRYPTO: BTC) 17th anniversary with a pointed comparison between the cryptocurrency's reliability and Washington's gridlock, taking a swipe at Senate Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown.

Benzinga

TikTok Sale Moves Forward as China Greenlights Transfer Agreement

China has approved TikTok's U.S. transfer agreement, moving the app closer to a new American ownership.

International Business Times

China agrees to purchase 25 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans annually, treasury secretary says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says China has agreed to purchase 25 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans annually as part of an agreement reached by its leaders

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China will return U.S. soybean buys to recent annual levels, Bessent says

China cut off purchases earlier this year, depriving U.S. farmers of their largest export market.

Axios

Trump and Xi Jinping meet at a temporary trade truce just days after China purchased its first U.S. soybeans from this year’s harvest

Quicker negotiations between the two countries ensued after China’s crackdown on rare earths exports, expert says.

Fortune

Stock Index Futures Gain on Nvidia Boost Ahead of Fed Rate Decision and Big Tech Earnings

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are up +0.19%, and December Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQZ25) are up +0.35% this morning, buoyed by ongoing tech and AI momentum, while investors await the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision and U.S. megacap tech earnings.

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FTSE 100 and Wall Street Climb to New Record Highs – Is There More Room to Grow?

UK and US stock markets are riding strong tailwinds, with analysts optimistic about further gains towards the end of 2025.

International Business Times UK

S&P Futures Muted After Record Rally, FOMC Meeting and Earnings in Focus

December S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESZ25) are trending down -0.02% this morning, taking a breather after a record-breaking rally, while investors await the start of the Federal Reserve’s two-day policy meeting, a new round of corporate earnings reports, and U.S. private-sector economic data.

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Elizabeth Warren Accuses Trump And Scott Bessent Of Buying Argentina Election For 'Political Ally' To Make 'Hedge Fund Investors Richer'

Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) took to X on Monday to accuse Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and President Donald Trump of "buying" Argentina's midterm elections for their "political ally" Javier Milei and enriching hedge funds.

Benzinga

US and China seek to strike a deal over rare earths, tariffs, soybeans

The United States and China are not going to resolve all the issues that divide them before presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet Thursday in Busan, South Korea

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Rare Earths Rollercoaster: Stocks Tank As Export Controls Get A Breather

Rare earth and critical mineral stocks tumbled Monday amid growing expectations that China might pause its latest round of export control measures.

The Mary Sue

‘You like to cherry-pick’: Donald Trump’s Treasury King Scott Bessent dismisses questions about rising food prices, says it’s ‘unfortunate’

There isn’t a single industry that Donald Trump hasn’t influenced with his unpredictable choices. From federal employees to those depending on government assistance for food, soybean farmers to cattle ranchers, Trump’s behaviour has impacted everyone. Yet, he refuses to acknowledge this, and so do his loyal supporters.

Benzinga

MP Materials, USA Rare Earth, Energy Fuels Shares Are Moving Lower: What's Going On?

Share of rare earth stocks are trading lower Monday amid potential U.S.-China negotiations that could delay export controls.

International Business Times UK

US Futures Gain Ahead of Fed Rate Cut, Megacap Tech Earnings, and Trump-Xi Meeting

US stock futures climbed on Monday morning as markets anticipate a Fed rate cut, strong Q3 earnings from top AI firms, and a potential US-China trade breakthrough this week.

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What to know about Trump's finalists to replace Powell as Fed chair

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he expects a selection to be made before year's end.

Benzinga

Milei's Landslide Election Victory Sends Argentina Stocks Soaring: 5 Names To Watch

Javier Milei‘s unexpected landslide in Argentina's midterm elections is electrifying the country’s assets, with stocks and bonds surging in a show of confidence rarely seen among emerging market investors.

Latin Times

Colombian President Gustavo Petro Slams U.S. Drug-Related Sanctions as 'A Complete Paradox'

The U.S. imposed sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro, accusing him of allowing narco-terrorist organizations to thrive under his "total peace" plan, which Washington says has fueled a rise in cocaine production across Colombia.

Benzinga

Scott Bessent Fires Back At Bob Elliott's Claim That Tariffs 'Offset' Rent Relief, Says Critics 'Don't Get To Cherry-Pick' Inflation

A new analysis from economist Bob Elliott warns that a “surge in tariff related price hikes” is keeping inflation “stuck above 3%,” effectively wiping out any disinflationary relief consumers were seeing from falling rents.

Benzinga

Scott Bessent Warns Military Pay At Risk By Mid November Amid Shutdown: 'What An Embarrassment'

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent accused Democratic leaders of causing the ongoing government shutdown and condemned the Democratic-led boycott for harming both the economy and military personnel.

International Business Times UK

Inside President Trump's Explosive TikTok Deal with China — What Xi Jinping Agreed to in Korea

President Trump and Xi Jinping to finalise TikTok's US-China sale in Korea, ending months of trade tension and reshaping global tech relations.

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This week: Senate to weigh in on tariffs, shutdown pay for air traffic controllers - Roll Call

The Senate this week is expected to vote on disapproval resolutions related to Trump's tariffs, in addition to votes related to the shutdown.

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