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TREE NEWS update: White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said on Tuesday that interest rate hikes are something everyone thinks should be put on the agenda, while respecting the Federal Reserve’s independence. He noted that refined oil prices remain high and the administration is making every effort to lower them. On Iran, he said the U.S. is tracking oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.

TREE NEWS update: Russia said it attacked a vessel at Ukraine’s Chornomorsk port. The strike adds to escalating tensions in the Black Sea region, with potential implications for grain shipping and global markets.

TREE NEWS reports: White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said high oil prices are a short-term phenomenon. His remarks come amid recent volatility in energy markets. Hassett’s comment suggests the administration expects prices to stabilize without prolonged impact on the economy.

TREE NEWS reports: The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index gained 3% on [date not specified], with Seagate Technology surging over 5%, ASML and Micron Technology each rising nearly 4%, and Intel up nearly 3%. The broad rally highlights strength in the semiconductor sector.

TREE NEWS update: President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to halt trade with countries running surpluses against the U.S. unless the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates, calling it “better than tariffs.” In a Truth Social post, he argued high rates put America at an unfair disadvantage and urged the Fed to act as “patriots.”

TREE NEWS update: President Trump praised the latest jobs data and renewed his call for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates, saying high rates put the U.S. at an ‘unfair disadvantage.’ He urged the Fed, under its new chair, to become ‘smart’ and adjust policy accordingly.

TREE NEWS update: President Donald Trump said the Federal Reserve Board and its ‘excellent new leader’ must become wise, urging action on monetary policy. The remark, made without specifying a timeline or concrete demands, signals continued pressure on the central bank to cut interest rates. Markets will watch for any policy response from Fed Chair Jerome Powell.

TREE NEWS reports: The US dollar index has nearly erased all gains made since the release of the nonfarm payrolls report, currently trading at 99.12. This reflects a swift reversal in market sentiment following the jobs data.

TREE NEWS reports: US August nonfarm payrolls added 162,000 jobs, far exceeding expectations, boosting bets on a September Fed rate hike. US stocks opened lower: Nasdaq -0.01%, S&P 500 -0.14%, Dow -0.31%. Tesla fell over 4% despite its Cybercab launch in Austin, while Lululemon plunged 18% on lowered guidance.

TREE NEWS reports: US stocks opened mixed on Tuesday. The S&P 500 edged up 2.48 points (0.03%) to 7,750.19, while the Nasdaq Composite rose 3.84 points (0.01%) to 26,587.90. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 101.22 points (0.19%) to 53,584.89.

TREE NEWS reports: Nick Timiraos said that strong August jobs data removed a key obstacle to a Fed rate hike at the September 15-16 meeting. The report revised July’s negative figure to positive and pushed six-month average hiring to a two-year high, undermining arguments against tightening based on weak labor market.

TREE NEWS update: White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said the jobs report data is “very strong,” providing “quite substantial” reasons for the Federal Reserve to keep interest rates unchanged. He also noted that AI data centers are creating new jobs for utilities.

TREE NEWS reports: The US added 162,000 jobs in August, far exceeding the expected 55,000, with unemployment holding at 4.1%. The strong data boosted market expectations for a September rate hike by the Federal Reserve. Norway’s oil fund may cut its US Treasury holdings by about $80 billion.

TREE NEWS update: The 2026 China International Mining Conference will be held September 10-12 in Tianjin, themed “Win-Win Cooperation, Green and Smart.” The event emphasizes green transformation and intelligent upgrading, signaling a shift toward sustainable and tech-driven mining practices.

TREE NEWS reports: Spot silver fell 3.0% to $64.94 per ounce on the day, extending recent losses in precious metals. The decline comes amid broader market volatility and a firmer dollar, with traders monitoring Fed policy signals. No immediate catalyst was cited.

TREE NEWS reports: At China’s night session open, fuel oil, low-sulfur fuel oil and Shanghai silver fell over 2%, while Shanghai gold, methanol, bitumen, styrene and pure benzene dropped over 1%. On the upside, PVC, soda ash and caustic soda gained over 1%, with glass also rising.

TREE NEWS update: Pakistan’s security forces killed 36 militants in multiple counter-terrorism operations across Mastung, Quetta, Kalat and Sibi in Balochistan over the past 24 hours, the military’s media wing said on Monday. The operations were part of ongoing efforts to curb militant activity in the region.

TREE NEWS reports: UAE-based artificial intelligence company G42 is considering bringing in US ownership to secure its supply of AI chips. The move would likely involve American investors taking a stake in the firm, which has faced scrutiny over its ties to China. G42 aims to ensure reliable access to advanced semiconductors amid US export controls.

TREE NEWS update: Denmark’s government said on Tuesday it plans to begin sending undocumented foreigners to repatriation centers outside the EU by the end of 2027. Immigration Minister Morten Bøskov will meet officials from Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, and Greece in Copenhagen to discuss steps toward a first cooperation agreement with non-EU countries.

TREE NEWS reports: The US 2-year Treasury yield rose to 4.416%, the highest level since January 2025. The increase reflects ongoing market adjustments amid economic data and Federal Reserve policy expectations. Investors are closely monitoring yield movements for signals on future interest rate decisions.