【Financial Morning Brief | January 13, 2026】

1. S&P 500 index hits a new high, Google's market cap surpasses $4 trillion, Chinese stocks surge; offshore RMB hits its highest level against the US dollar since May 2023; gold and silver prices soar to new highs.

2. Trump orders a 25% tariff on all countries doing business with Iran.

3. Investigation into Powell sparks internal conflict, FHFA director accused of being behind the scenes, Bessent warns of 'creating chaos,' White House says Trump did not instruct the action. Powell sued, key Republican lawmaker turns against: I'll vote no, Trump can't appoint a new Fed chair!

4. Trump intensifies pressure on the US Supreme Court: If the court issues an unfavorable ruling on tariffs, the US won't be able to afford the consequences.

5. China's Ministry of Commerce reports progress in consultations on the China-EU electric vehicle case: It is necessary to provide Chinese exporters with general guidance on price commitments.

6. Republicans push for 'Stock Ban Bill': Prohibiting members of Congress from buying individual stocks, with strict penalties for insider trading.

7. Apple chooses Gemini to power the AI version of Siri set to launch this year, Google's market cap reaches $4 trillion for the first time.

8. Meta appoints AI 'chief steward': Former Trump advisor becomes president, Zuckerberg forms executive team to oversee data center investments.

9. 'Orders are truly overwhelming!' Storage testing quote surges 30% overnight, manufacturers planning a second round of price hikes.

10. Catching up with SpaceX, Europe, Canada, Japan are all stepping up efforts, even India is getting involved.

11. 'Prototype of future space tourism,' first flight successful, China's commercial space industry achieves its first sub-orbital parachute recovery test beyond 100 kilometers.