• What is the latest update on U.S. economic growth?
• What are Tesla and Meta currently prioritizing?
• What did Biden just sign in regard to TikTok?
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U.S. Economic Growth Slows to 1.6%
The latest government report reveals that U.S. economic growth fell below 2 percent in the first quarter of the year, marking a notable decline from the previous quarter's strong 4.9 percent growth. This dip, below economists' forecasts, may offer a silver lining for the Federal Reserve, which aims for a robust yet stable economy. Despite inflation ticking up slightly to 3.5 percent year-over-year in March, it remains a concern, especially as it surpasses the central bank's 2 percent target. The recent economic data has extended the Fed's window to potentially cut borrowing costs, with the Federal Open Market Committee set to meet soon to assess whether to adjust rates. Read more
Tesla and Meta Prioritize AI Business in Recent Financial Reports
Tesla's earnings took a notable hit with a 47% decline compared to the previous year, coupled with a 9% drop in revenue to $21.3 billion, marking its largest downturn since 2012 and falling short of expectations. Despite this, investor optimism was buoyed by several factors: Tesla's announcement of plans to commence production of new "affordable vehicles" by late 2025, potentially alleviating concerns about delays in favor of a robotaxi. Meanwhile, Meta witnessed a remarkable surge in earnings, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of accelerated growth. This growth trajectory is underpinned by Meta's emphasis on online advertising and AI initiatives, driving anticipation among investors, reflected in the recent climb of Meta's stock. Read more
Biden Signs Potential TikTok Ban into Law
President Joe Biden signed a bill into law on Wednesday, stipulating that TikTok must be sold within a year or face a ban. TikTok swiftly responded, denouncing the law as unconstitutional and threatening legal action. While everyday users and creators may not notice immediate changes, ByteDance has a 12-month window to divest its shares. Failure to comply would render support for TikTok illegal, compelling web-hosting services like Google and Apple app stores to remove the platform. Read more
TradeUP TIDBITS
Here’s Why High Interest Rates Haven’t Caused a U.S. Recession
America’s economy remains remarkably solid, despite the high interest rates. Economists say that’s partly due to the ultra-low mortgage rates that homeowners locked in during the pandemic, when the Fed slashed rates almost to zero, along with the generally healthy household finances of many Americans in recent years. Read the Full Article
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