Bessent says health-care announcement coming this week

Tegna's stock price fell by 5% following criticism from former President Donald Trump regarding the lifting of local TV ownership caps. Trump's remarks have raised concerns about potential impacts on media ownership and competition in the broadcasting sector.

Health insurers saw a rise in stock prices following reports that former President Donald Trump is considering extending subsidies under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). This potential extension comes as subsidies are set to expire soon, which has raised concerns about rising health insurance premiums.

Chinese President Xi Jinping spoke with former U.S. President Donald Trump over the phone, focusing on Taiwan and the state of bilateral relations between China and the United States. This conversation comes amid ongoing tensions regarding Taiwan's status and its implications for international relations.

Lithuania's Foreign Minister Kestutis Budrys emphasized the need for Europe to progress on the issue of frozen Russian assets, following discussions on a potential deal involving these assets by the Trump administration. This comes amid ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with the U.S. proposing joint investment funds that include these frozen assets.

Former President Donald Trump is now facing significant political challenges due to rising prices, which are impacting public sentiment and his approval ratings. As affordability becomes a central issue, Trump must navigate the consequences of economic dissatisfaction among Americans.

President Trump highlighted Walmart's promotion of lower grocery prices as evidence of his administration's success in reducing the cost of living ahead of Thanksgiving. However, economists caution that holiday food prices are unpredictable and largely depend on consumer shopping behavior.

Former President Donald Trump has proposed distributing $2,000 tariff dividend checks to Americans, potentially in the middle of next year. This initiative is part of ongoing discussions regarding economic policies and their effects on citizens, although it remains uncertain whether it will garner sufficient Republican support in Congress.

The G20 summit in South Africa concluded with leaders adopting a declaration that addresses critical global economic issues, despite a boycott from the United States initiated by former President Donald Trump. This development reflects a significant shift in international cooperation as leaders continue to engage on pressing matters such as climate change and economic stability without US participation.