Squawk Pod 5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 9/12/2025
Sep 15, 2025
Discover key market insights as lawyers for Trump attempt to challenge a Federal Reserve appointment ahead of a crucial meeting. Dive into the latest on Adobe's rising stock and RH's struggles in the market. Learn about Super Micro's global shipment of Nvidia Blackwell chips and grab updates on TikTok's deadlines and South Korea's record highs. Join the conversation about market dynamics and technology's impact on the economy.
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TikTok Divestiture Deadline Looms
- ByteDance faces a Wednesday deadline to divest U.S. TikTok operations or face a shutdown.
- Reuters says technical details were worked out and the U.S. clarified its position on divestiture.
U.S.-China Talks In Madrid
- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is in Madrid for trade talks with Chinese counterparts.
- The talks coincide with discussions about TikTok and other bilateral trade issues.
Kospi Rally After Tax Plan Reversal
- South Korea's Kospi hit a record on its 10th straight gain after the finance minister dropped a planned tax on stock investments.
- The tax policy change appears to have directly supported market sentiment and buying.