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President Trump announces a 35% tariff on all Canadian imports starting Aug. 1, and signals more broad-based tariffs could follow. Stocks retreat after a run of record highs for the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, while bitcoin (BTC-USD) nears $120,000 and Nvidia (NVDA) closes above a $4 trillion market cap for the first time. Delta (DAL) and Levi’s (LEVI) lift outlooks as earnings season heats up.

Takeaways:

Trump imposes 35% tariff on Canadian imports, eyes further trade action

Stocks retreat from record highs; bitcoin and Nvidia notch new milestones

Delta and Levi’s raise forecasts as earnings season begins

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Stocks trade just below record highs as investors shrug off new trade risks. President Trump announced a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports and confirmed the start date for new copper tariffs. Delta Air Lines (DAL) stock jumped after the company restored its full-year outlook. Trending tickers today include Tesla (TSLA) ahead of its shareholder meeting and TSMC (TSM).

Takeaways:

Trump imposes 50% Brazil tariff, sets copper tariff date

Stocks hold near all-time highs despite trade headlines

Delta stock soars on renewed full-year guidance

Tesla and TSMC are in focus among today’s trending tickers

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Today on Morning Brief, anchor Julie Hyman tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. 

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Today on Morning Brief, anchor Julie Hyman tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. 

Takeaways:

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Today on Morning Brief, anchor Julie Hyman tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. 

Takeaways:

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Today on Morning Brief, anchor Brad Smith tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. 

Takeaways:

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Today on Morning Brief, anchor Brad Smith tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell. 

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On Morning Brief, Brad Smith reports US stocks edge higher as Nvidia (NVDA) becomes the world’s most valuable company, fueling gains in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. First quarter GDP is revised lower, and jobless claims rise, pointing to a cooling labor market. President Trump may announce a new Fed chair pick ahead of Powell’s term ending, but markets remain calm. Walgreens (WBA), Palantir (PLTR), JetBlue (JBLU), and Nike (NKE) are among today’s trending tickers.

Takeaways:

Nvidia becomes the world’s most valuable company as tech leads rally

Trump considers early Fed chair pick as Powell’s term nears end

The labor market shows signs of strain with higher jobless claims

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On Morning Brief, Brad Smith reports US stocks hold near all-time highs with tech—especially the Nasdaq and Nvidia (NVDA)—driving the rally. Investors are watching for more signals from Fed Chair Jerome Powell as he signals patience on rate cuts, with tariffs and inflation still in focus. Oil prices drop to ease Middle East fears. FedEx (FDX), General Mills (GIS), and Tesla (TSLA) are among today’s trending tickers.

Takeaways:

S&P 500 and Nasdaq hover near records on tech momentum

Powell stays patient on rates, watching inflation and tariffs

Oil prices fall as Middle East risks ease

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On Morning Brief, Brad Smith covers markets rebounding as President Trump announces a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, easing oil and geopolitical concerns. Fed Chair Jerome Powell says the central bank is likely to keep rates on hold until the economic impact of tariffs becomes clearer, even as some officials push for rate cuts. The housing market remains under pressure, with sluggish sales and affordability challenges highlighted by guest Meredith Whitney. Tesla (TSLA), Starbucks (SBUX), and Nvidia (NVDA) are among today’s trending tickers.

Takeaways:

Stocks jump as Middle East tensions ease and oil falls

Powell urges patience on rate cuts amid tariff and inflation uncertainty

US housing market faces historic slowdown, affordability remains a top issue

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