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TradeUP Thursday

October. 30, 2025

Today’s Editions

  • How is the Fed managing inflation while trying to support growth?
  • How significant is this deal for easing U.S.–China trade tensions?
  • How could a $1 trillion IPO reshape the AI investment landscape?
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IN THE HEADLINES

Fed Cuts Rates Again but Rejects Trump’s Push for Bigger Drop

The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a quarter point—its second reduction this year—to support a slowing job market. The move partially meets President Trump’s demands but stops short of the deeper cuts he wanted. Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned another cut in December is uncertain as inflation stays high and hiring weakens.

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Trump, Xi Reach Limited Deal to Ease Tariffs and Calm U.S.–China Tensions

President Trump announced a partial trade agreement with China that cuts fentanyl-related tariffs in half, pauses rare earth export limits, and renews Chinese purchases of U.S. soybeans. The deal aims to stabilize relations between Washington and Beijing, though key issues like semiconductors and TikTok remain unresolved.

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OpenAI Reportedly Prepares for $1 Trillion IPO as Soon as 2026

OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, is reportedly planning to go public next year at a potential $1 trillion valuation—poised to be the largest IPO in history. While the company hasn’t confirmed the timing, sources say a 2026 listing is under consideration as investor demand for AI exposure surges. Microsoft, which holds a 27% stake, remains the most direct way for investors to gain exposure to OpenAI’s growth.

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How the Federal Funds Rate Has Shifted Over 50 Years

The federal funds rate has swung dramatically over the past half-century, from a record high of 19% in the early 1980s to near zero after the 2008 financial crisis and again in 2020. Following aggressive hikes during the 2022–2023 inflation surge, the rate now stands at 3.75%–4% after two cuts in fall 2025. The Fed is expected to make one more modest cut by year’s end as it balances inflation and growth concerns.

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