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Yahoo Finance
Welcome to Yahoo Finance's flagship show, the Morning Brief. It's your ultimate guide to making smarter decisions for your portfolio. Our hosts track early session volume while bringing you today's top market themes and elevating Yahoo Finance’s most popular newsletter.
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Jul 10, 2025 • 23min
Stocks hover near highs, Trump raises tariffs, Delta surges
Stocks trade just below record highs as investors shrug off new trade risks. President Trump announced a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports and confirmed the start date for new copper tariffs. Delta Air Lines (DAL) stock jumped after the company restored its full-year outlook. Trending tickers today include Tesla (TSLA) ahead of its shareholder meeting and TSMC (TSM).
Takeaways:
Trump imposes 50% Brazil tariff, sets copper tariff date
Stocks hold near all-time highs despite trade headlines
Delta stock soars on renewed full-year guidance
Tesla and TSMC are in focus among today’s trending tickers
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Jul 9, 2025 • 25min
Trump tariffs, copper, FOMC
Today on Morning Brief, anchor Julie Hyman tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell.
Takeaways:
Stocks steady as Trump releases new trade letters today
Copper (HG=F) market in turmoil as Trump touts 50% tariff
FOMC Minutes due today
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Jul 8, 2025 • 26min
Wall street trade jitters ease, Tesla, Big Tech
Today on Morning Brief, anchor Julie Hyman tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell.
Takeaways:
Wall street trade jitters ease after Monday’s sell-off.
BigTech rebounds from trade-sparked selling
Tesla shares bounce back from Monday’s 6% slumpYahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves.
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Jul 7, 2025 • 25min
Trump’s tariff threats, Tesla, Delta earnings
Today on Morning Brief, anchor Julie Hyman tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell.
Takeaways:
President Trump announces potential new tariffs
Tesla (TSLA) stocks sink as Elon Musk announces creation of new political party
Delta (DAL) earnings are in focus this week alongside Levi’s (LEVI) and Conagra (CAG).Yahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves.
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Jul 2, 2025 • 26min
June jobs report, tax bill resistance, Tesla delivery numbers
Today on Morning Brief, anchor Brad Smith tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell.
Takeaways:
June jobs report is set to drop tomorrow.
House lawmakers are set to vote on President Trump’s $3.3T tax bill
Tesla (TSLA) delivery numbers are due today
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Jul 1, 2025 • 24min
U.S. stocks drop, Trump tax bill, Tesla
Today on Morning Brief, anchor Brad Smith tackles the biggest market stories and speak to top Wall Street experts ahead of the opening bell.
Takeaways:
U.S. stocks drop following back-to-back record high days following President Trump’s tariffs threats against Japan
Senate pulls an all-nighter as they work to pass Trump’s tax bill
Tesla (TSLA) stocks fall following Musk’s remarks against the tax billYahoo Finance's flagship show, Morning Brief, is your go-to source for smarter investing and market moves.
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Jun 26, 2025 • 22min
Nvidia hits record, S&P 500 rallies, Trump eyes Fed shakeup
On Morning Brief, Brad Smith reports US stocks edge higher as Nvidia (NVDA) becomes the world’s most valuable company, fueling gains in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. First quarter GDP is revised lower, and jobless claims rise, pointing to a cooling labor market. President Trump may announce a new Fed chair pick ahead of Powell’s term ending, but markets remain calm. Walgreens (WBA), Palantir (PLTR), JetBlue (JBLU), and Nike (NKE) are among today’s trending tickers.
Takeaways:
Nvidia becomes the world’s most valuable company as tech leads rally
Trump considers early Fed chair pick as Powell’s term nears end
The labor market shows signs of strain with higher jobless claims
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Jun 25, 2025 • 25min
Tech leads as S&P 500 nears high, Fed stays cautious, oil slides
On Morning Brief, Brad Smith reports US stocks hold near all-time highs with tech—especially the Nasdaq and Nvidia (NVDA)—driving the rally. Investors are watching for more signals from Fed Chair Jerome Powell as he signals patience on rate cuts, with tariffs and inflation still in focus. Oil prices drop to ease Middle East fears. FedEx (FDX), General Mills (GIS), and Tesla (TSLA) are among today’s trending tickers.
Takeaways:
S&P 500 and Nasdaq hover near records on tech momentum
Powell stays patient on rates, watching inflation and tariffs
Oil prices fall as Middle East risks ease
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Jun 24, 2025 • 27min
Stocks rise on ceasefire, Powell stays cautious, housing weak
On Morning Brief, Brad Smith covers markets rebounding as President Trump announces a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, easing oil and geopolitical concerns. Fed Chair Jerome Powell says the central bank is likely to keep rates on hold until the economic impact of tariffs becomes clearer, even as some officials push for rate cuts. The housing market remains under pressure, with sluggish sales and affordability challenges highlighted by guest Meredith Whitney. Tesla (TSLA), Starbucks (SBUX), and Nvidia (NVDA) are among today’s trending tickers.
Takeaways:
Stocks jump as Middle East tensions ease and oil falls
Powell urges patience on rate cuts amid tariff and inflation uncertainty
US housing market faces historic slowdown, affordability remains a top issue
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Jun 23, 2025 • 26min
Stocks steady as markets eye Middle East, Fed, Tesla robotaxi
On Morning Brief, Brad Smith covers the latest as markets react to US strikes on Iran and watch for oil supply risks and Fed rate signals. Powell’s congressional testimony and PCE inflation data is key this week. Tesla (TSLA) launches its robotaxi in Austin, while bitcoin rebounds and airline stocks slide amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Takeaways:
Markets weigh Iran conflict and oil disruption risk
Powell testimony and inflation data in focus for rate cut bets
Tesla debuts robotaxi service; bitcoin and airlines move on global news
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