US Housing Starts 1017K vs 1008K, US Building Permits 1018K vs 1030K

US gov invests $1.6B in USA Rare Earth, boosting shares. Critical minerals sector sees more gov deals, watch for supply chain shifts.

Hyundai & Kia shares swing on Trump's 25% tariff threat; KOSPI up 1.2%, won dips.

Trump's tax cuts may add $5.5T to deficit, risking debt crisis. Traders eye fiscal policy shifts.

Corn futures dip 1-2 cents as cash prices hit $3.91. Exports up 20% YoY, but Brazil's crop outlook dims.

China industrial profits rebound in December as price pressures ease The data provide a modest positive signal for China’s growth outlook, suggesting easing deflationary pressure may be stabilising industrial margins.

Soybeans dip 5-6 cents, cash price at $9.92. Exports down wk/wk but up yr/yr. Brazil crop strong.

China to roll out policy to manage AI job impact and boost employment The move reinforces expectations of continued policy support for employment-heavy sectors