10 Reads for Monday Morning

This is what my morning commuter train says: • Peter Navarro: “We will not soften our stance on China”: Trump’s longtime trade adviser discusses tariffs, interactions with the Chinese government, and a Supreme Court case that could shape Trump’s legacy. • U.S. prosecutors begin criminal inquiry into Federal Reserve Chairman Jay Powell: The chairman of […]
Adriana Diaz and Kelly O’Grady are announced as co-hosts of ‘CBS Saturday Morning’

CBS Saturday Morning Announces New Co-Hosts CBS News confirmed on Friday that Adriana Diaz and Kelly O’Grady will be co-hosting “CBS Saturday Morning,” following a report from The Post last month. Their debut is set for this Saturday, coming after some significant changes that led to the departure of previous co-anchors Dana Jacobson and Michelle […]
Morning update on jobs data, a possible tariff decision, the situation in Venezuela, and more

Morning Briefing Happy Friday! These weekly introductions have been a helpful reminder of what day it is, especially during such a hectic news cycle. But I still find myself getting used to the fact that it’s actually 2026. Stock futures are looking pretty steady this morning. There hasn’t been much movement since yesterday’s trading session. […]
Trump’s plans for defense spending, Venezuelan oil, Ford’s push for hands-free driving, and more in Morning Squawk

Good Thursday to you. By now, it should be clear that I have a penchant for clichés. So, as the S&P500 faces its initial losing day of the year, perhaps we can take comfort in that old saying: “It’s a marathon, not a sprint.” This morning, stock futures dipped following a mixed trading session. Here […]
Maduro claims innocence, Nvidia’s robotaxi initiative, JPMorgan’s special strategy, and more in Morning Squawk.

Morning Update: Key Insights for Investors Happy Tuesday! Can you believe it’s only the start of the year? Already, I’m telling myself my goal to read more might just mean reviewing drafts of this newsletter. This morning, stock futures are pretty steady. The market seems to have a bit of an edge. Here are five […]
Soybeans Experience Monday Morning Surge

Soybean Prices on the Rise Soybean prices are seeing an upward trend, with futures climbing between 15 and 18 1/4 cents as traders return from a relatively quiet holiday period. On Friday evening, there were an additional 401 deliveries for January soybeans. The national average cash price for soybeans rose by 16 ¾ cents, reaching […]
Trump shares a victorious video making fun of Maduro following his capture in Caracas early in the morning.

On Saturday, President Trump expressed his excitement after a video mocking Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro aired. This came just hours after Maduro claimed the U.S. would “execute” Venezuela, leading to mixed reactions. “Vengaporumi!” he is expected to declare in a speech for 2024. The English subtitles of the clip reveal Maduro’s famous taunts, as dramatic […]
Father of deceased CVS employee Edeedson Cine shared that his son spent his last morning with family before his tragic shift.

On a warm Christmas morning, Edydson Sine shared gifts with his parents and helped wash the breakfast dishes before heading to what would be his final shift at CVS, where he was tragically stabbed just before closing. His father, Edison Cine Sr., mentioned that his 23-year-old son hadn’t planned to work that day; he was […]
Texas teenager Camila Olmos disappeared during a morning walk on Christmas Eve.

A Texas teenager mysteriously vanished from her home early on Christmas Eve, taking only her car keys. Her family initially thought she was likely just out for her routine walk. Camila Mendoza Olmos, 19, was last spotted outside her home in San Antonio shortly before 7 a.m. on Wednesday, as reported by the Bexar County […]
Why bitcoin ETFs seem to be underperforming despite their increasing importance: Asia Morning Briefing

Good morning, Asia. Here’s what’s making news in the market: Welcome to Asia Morning Briefing. We provide you with a summary of the top news from the US, along with market movements and analysis. As the year draws to a close with just two weeks left and Christmas holidays approaching, many businesses in Hong Kong […]