Trump's Tariff Shake-Up: Electronics Impact 📈

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Ryan Serkes
August 07, 2025

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Here's what's happening today:

💼 Trump proposes 100% tariff on computer chips
🏢 Aimco sells Boston apartments for $740M
🏦 Berkshire and Brookline merge to form Beacon Bank
🇺🇸 Trump's Fed reshuffle faces Biden appointee resistance
🎬 Disney beats earnings forecasts, boosts streaming
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💼 Trump's Tariff Plan Could Spike Electronics Prices Link
  • President Trump announced a 100% tariff on imported computer chips.
  • The move aims to boost domestic production but risks higher consumer prices.
  • The tariff contrasts with previous strategies to incentivize chip manufacturing.
🏢 Aimco Sells Boston Apartments, Eyes Miami Deal Link
  • Aimco agreed to sell its Boston apartment portfolio for $740 million.
  • The company is also under contract to sell Miami properties for $520 million.
  • Proceeds will be used to enhance shareholder value and fund developments.
🏦 Berkshire and Brookline Merge to Form Beacon Bank Link
  • Berkshire Hills Bancorp and Brookline Bancorp will merge as Beacon Financial Corporation.
  • The merger aims to create a stronger financial institution with deep local roots.
  • The transition to the Beacon Bank brand will be completed by early 2026.
🇺 Trump's Federal Reserve Plans Face Biden-Era Challenges Link
  • Trump's nomination for the Federal Reserve board faces resistance from existing appointees.
  • The Fed's decentralized structure limits the president's influence over monetary policy.
  • Trump seeks a nominee favoring lower interest rates amid economic uncertainty.
🎬 Disney Surpasses Earnings Expectations with Streaming Growth Link
  • Disney reported better-than-expected earnings, driven by streaming and theme parks.
  • The company raised its full-year earnings guidance following strong Q3 results.
  • Disney's ESPN deal and streaming expansion signal continued growth ambitions.

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  • 💰 Extra Space prices $800M in senior notes (Link)
  • 🍳 First Watch announces secondary stock offering (Link)
  • 🏠 Zillow releases Q2 financial results (Link)
  • 📈 American Financial beats earnings estimates (Link)
  • 🛢️ California Resources Q2 EPS rises 83% (Link)
  • 📈 Disney reports strong Q3 profit (Link)

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