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TradeUP Thursday

November. 06, 2025

Today’s Editions

  • Is China About to Leapfrog the U.S. in AI?
  • Are Lower-Income Americans Pulling Back Their Spending?
  • Could Airport Shutdowns Ripple Through the Economy?
MARKET MOVEMENTS
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IN THE HEADLINES

“China Is Going to Win the AI Race,” Says Nvidia’s Jensen Huang

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang suggested that China could ultimately gain an edge in the global AI race, pointing to its large developer ecosystem and rapid industrial adoption. Huang emphasized that the U.S. needs to “race ahead and win developers worldwide,” arguing that restricting access to China’s large base of AI developers could backfire, as both nations vie for leadership in advanced chips and AI systems.

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McDonald’s Says Lower-Income Americans Are Spending Less

McDonald’s Q3 global same-store sales rose 3.6%, with U.S. sales up 2.4%, boosted by higher average checks even as some customers visited less. The company missed earnings, citing rising costs. CEO Chris Kempczinski said U.S. consumers are “bifurcated”: higher-income diners continue spending, while lower-income traffic has fallen nearly double digits for almost two years. To attract budget-conscious customers, McDonald’s is bringing back value items like Snack Wraps and Extra Value Meals.

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Trump Administration to Cut Flights at 40 Major Airports if Shutdown Continues

The Trump administration will reduce air traffic by 10% at 40 major U.S. airports to ease pressure on unpaid air traffic controllers amid the ongoing shutdown. Starting Friday, cuts could force thousands of flight cancellations, mainly on regional and domestic routes. Officials say the move ensures safety, while Democrats demand more transparency. Experts warn of cascading economic effects but note planned cancellations are easier to manage than unpredictable delays.

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Living in a K-Shaped Economy: Why Wealthier Americans Thrive While Others Struggle

The U.S. economy is increasingly “K-shaped,” with affluent households enjoying strong income growth, rising stock wealth, and robust spending, while lower- and middle-income Americans face stagnant wages, high inflation, and mounting debt. Consumer spending growth is now largely driven by the top earners, while less affluent households see little relief from rising costs. The widening economic divide highlights how financial gains from AI-driven markets and investment rallies are concentrated among the wealthy, leaving many Americans struggling to keep up.

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INVESTOR TIPS

K-Shaped Economy

A K-shaped economy occurs when some people and industries recover and thrive after a downturn while others continue to struggle. The “upward” part of the K represents wealthier households and booming sectors, enjoying rising income and investment gains, while the “downward” part reflects lower-income groups and younger generations facing stagnant wages, high debt, and inflation. This uneven growth highlights widening economic gaps across income, age, and industries.

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