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President Trump has detailed several cash proposals, including tariff rebates, tax changes for tips and overtime, a senior deduction, and children's accounts. Most require approval and would take effect in 2026.
U.S. mortgage rates fell sharply after President Trump ordered a $200 billion mortgage bond purchase. The Federal Housing Finance Agency confirmed Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would execute the buys, with an initial $3 billion purchase reported. The average 30-year fixed rate dropped to 5.99% on Jan. 9. JPMorgan Chase analysts expressed skepticism about the plan's market impact.
Prediction markets on Polymarket and Kalshi show low odds of the Supreme Court ruling in favor of former President Donald Trump's tariffs, with a decision expected soon. Over $2.6 million is wagered.
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon says Trump's criticism of Fed Chair Jerome Powell threatens central bank independence and could raise inflation and interest rates. Powell faces a DOJ investigation over Fed HQ renovations.
JPMorgan Chase CFO Jeremy Barnum cautioned that President Trump's proposed 10% cap on credit card interest rates could harm consumers, especially those most in need, during the bank's Q4 earnings call.
World Liberty Financial, backed by President Donald Trump's family, launched a DeFi lending platform for its USD1 stablecoin. The launch coincides with a bank charter application and follows reports of over $800 million in crypto income for the Trump family in 2025.
Oil prices climb due to Iran protests threatening supply, complicating President Trump's promise of affordable energy amid industry pressures and market forecasts of oversupply.
The Federal Reserve implemented rate cuts in 2025, facing public criticism from President Trump, who removed a Fed governor. Fed Chair Powell announced a criminal investigation into his testimony, linking it to political pressure.
President Trump seeks a one-year 10% cap on credit card interest rates, drawing opposition from banks and credit card companies. Researchers estimate it could save Americans $100 billion annually.