Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition France Turmoil, Alleged Trump-Epstein Note Released, Green Superpower Test
Sep 9, 2025
Political upheaval in France intensifies as Prime Minister Bayrou loses a confidence vote, sparking concerns over the nation's debt crisis. Meanwhile, a controversial birthday note allegedly from Trump to Epstein raises eyebrows and scrutiny regarding their past ties. In the business world, US stocks are soaring, but warnings from JPMorgan suggest market enthusiasm may wane due to the Fed's next steps. Plus, European car executives highlight the tension between promoting electric vehicles and the practical challenges of meeting EU targets.
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France Faces Urgent Leadership Vacuum
- France faces immediate political uncertainty after François Bayrou lost a confidence vote and will resign today.
- Emmanuel Macron must appoint a new prime minister quickly to restore a functioning government and deliver a budget.
Epstein Note Intensifies Pressure On Trump
- Democrats released an alleged birthday note to Jeffrey Epstein that raises pressure on Donald Trump over past interactions.
- The note was handed to the House Oversight Committee under subpoena from the Epstein estate and seen by Republicans on the committee.
Markets May Sell Themselves On Rate Cuts
- JP Morgan warns a September Fed rate cut could trigger a market pullback and become a "sell-the-event".
- Goldman Sachs' CEO also doubts a strong case for rapid rate cuts, highlighting fragile investor risk appetite.