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TREE NEWS update: US President Donald Trump said he discussed the state of the Hollywood industry with Netflix. He did not provide further details of the conversation.

TREE NEWS update: US President Donald Trump said he wants to hold a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, stating ‘I want to do this.’ The remarks were made in a recent statement, though no date or location for the proposed meeting was provided.

TREE NEWS update: US President Donald Trump said the United States is prepared to launch another strike on Iran. The remark, reported on March 21, 2025, signals a potential escalation in military action against Iran, though no specific details or timeline were provided.

TREE NEWS update: US President Donald Trump said the new round of strikes against Iran will not last long. He made the remarks without specifying a timeline or scope of the military action. The statement comes amid heightened tensions between Washington and Tehran.

TREE NEWS update: President Trump said the renewed strikes on Iran will not last long, adding that the US is ready to strike Iran again at any time. The remarks suggest a limited military action, though no further details were provided.

TREE NEWS update: US President Donald Trump said oil prices will decline. He made the statement without providing further details or a timeline for the expected drop.

TREE NEWS update: President Donald Trump said Canada has been exploiting the United States for decades, adding criticism of Canada’s banking policies. Trump made the remarks without providing specific examples, continuing his recent attacks on the northern neighbor.

TREE NEWS update: US President Donald Trump stated that the Iranian government is increasingly weak. The remark, made without further elaboration, underscores ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran. No specific policy actions were announced.

TREE NEWS update: The US Treasury Department has issued multiple new general licenses related to Venezuela, the Trump administration announced. The licenses permit certain activities involving Venezuelan coal, gold, and mining sectors. This move eases restrictions on some transactions with the sanctioned country.

TREE NEWS update: White House Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly told Fox News that oil from the US-Venezuela agreement could enter US strategic reserves as early as November. The statement follows recent sanctions relief for Venezuela’s oil sector as part of a broader deal. No further details were provided.

TREE NEWS reports: The Federal Reserve’s Beige Book, released Wednesday, reported moderate economic growth since early July, with ten of twelve districts seeing slight to modest expansion and two flat. Consumer spending rose slightly amid higher price sensitivity and solid high-end demand. Manufacturing picked up in most areas, with defense and data center orders strong, though auto sales remained weak.

TREE NEWS update: Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodriguez met US Energy Secretary Chris Wright on September 2, after which the two nations signed multiple cooperation agreements. The deals include oil expansion projects with Chevron and other firms. President Trump announced the US gains majority control over over 65 billion barrels of Venezuela’s proven reserves. Rodriguez said the 25-year pact targets crude output of 1.5 million barrels per day.

TREE NEWS update: The Federal Reserve will publish its Beige Book at 2:00 AM Beijing time on the scheduled date. The report provides anecdotal information on current economic conditions across the Fed’s districts, offering insights into regional economic activity and potential implications for monetary policy.

TREE NEWS update: Argentine Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno said on September 2 that Argentina must use all available means to achieve sovereignty over the Malvinas Islands (Falkland Islands). Speaking at a think tank event in Buenos Aires, he stated the islands are Argentine territory and that the goal is closer than ever. President Milei will address the nation on the issue on September 3, with possible sanctions on foreign firms exploiting resources.

TREE NEWS update: US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick accused Canada’s Liberal Party of exploiting the trade war to gain electoral advantage. In a statement, Lutnick claimed the party is leveraging tensions to bolster its campaign prospects. The remarks add to escalating rhetoric between the two nations amid ongoing tariff disputes.

TREE NEWS update: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said tariffs will be reinstated, citing a $70 billion tariff refund as the cause of this year’s widened budget deficit. The remarks signal a potential escalation in trade policy.

TREE NEWS update: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he is aware of Japan’s plans, without providing details. His comment came in response to questions about Japan’s monetary policy and its potential impact on global markets. Bessent’s remarks signal ongoing dialogue between the US and Japan on economic matters.

TREE NEWS update: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that repurchasing government bonds eliminates ‘bad outcomes.’ The Treasury will buy back illiquid, longer-dated securities, which frees up room for banks to purchase more bonds at auctions.

TREE NEWS reports: The Federal Reserve’s overnight reverse repurchase agreement (RRP) facility saw usage of $525 million on Wednesday, September 2, down from $725 million the previous trading day. The facility had one counterparty.

TREE NEWS update: Venezuela’s acting president, Rodriguez, announced on Tuesday that the country has made history by signing multiple energy agreements today. The statement was made without providing specific details on the number of deals, their value, or the counterparties involved. This development signals a push to bolster Venezuela’s energy sector amid ongoing economic challenges.