'Trump trade' takes off: Tesla, Bitcoin and Truth Social boom in election aftermath

The value of assets tied to Donald Trump — and those likely to benefit under his administration — are soaring in the wake of his decisive electoral victory on Tuesday.

Trump Media stock surges as election betting odds shift, Truth Social launches streaming site

The DJT surge came as some election betting markets shifted in favor of Donald Trump over Kamala Harris, and as Trump Media launched a Truth+ streaming site.

Business - CNBC - October 14

Trump Media closes in the red on Election Day, giving up earlier rally

Shares of retail trader favorite Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT) were active as Election Day is finally here.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Trump trades take off as voting results tilt in former president’s favor

Traders across an array of asset classes in financial markets were positioning in a way that made it clear they had come to the same assumption long before Tuesday evening’s election results are ...

Business - MarketWatch - 16 hours ago

Trump's DJT stock is surging, lifting Truth Social. Here's why.

Shares of Trump Media & Technology Group, which trades under the DJT ticker, jumped 18% on Monday. Here's why.

Trump Media’s Soaring Share Price Masks Truth Social’s Internal Strife

Employees have complained to the board about hiring and management practices at the parent company of Truth Social, which serves as the main online megaphone for former President Donald Trump.

Business - The New York Times - October 23

Wall Street hits record high after Trump election win, as US dollar, bitcoin and Tesla shares surge – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as investors pile into Trump trades after US election result. Donald Trump elected US president in stunning political ...

World - The Guardian - 4 hours ago

Bitcoin and Crypto, Promoted by Trump, Brace for Election Volatility

Many crypto investors hope that a victory for Donald Trump could propel the price of Bitcoin to new heights, though a loss could cause a fall.

Business - The New York Times - Yesterday

Bitcoin surges 10% to a record above $76,000 as Trump victory heralds wider crypto adoption and weaker regulation

Crypto assets rose as investors bet that a second Trump administration will widen fiscal deficits and boost bitcoin as a hedge against higher inflation.

Business - CNBC - 16 minutes ago

Tesla jumps 14% as Trump-backer Musk seen benefiting from White House win

Shares of Tesla surged on Wednesday after NBC News projected Donald Trump to win the election and investors bet a victory would benefit CEO Elon Musk.

Business - CNBC - 3 hours ago

Tesla and US bank stocks jump in post-election trades as renewables slump

Companies whose fortunes are closely tied to US economy should benefit, say analysts

World - Financial Times - 2 hours ago

Will Social Platforms Take Down a Premature Donald Trump Victory Post?

In the 2020 presidential race, Donald Trump proclaimed himself the winner long before enough votes were counted. We asked the major platforms if they’d let him do it again.

Tech - Wired - 23 hours ago

After Trump vs. Harris election, these bitcoin traders expect rally to $100,000

Bitcoin options traders expect limited volatility around the U.S. presidential election on Nov. 5, but anticipate a year-end rally that could carry the crypto as high as $100,000.

Business - MarketWatch - October 14

Wall Street and bitcoin soar to record highs as Trump wins US election

Dollar up and renewable energy stocks down, while shares in president-elect’s media business rise by more than a third. Analysis: Trump policies mean higher prices Business live – latest ...

World - The Guardian - 2 hours ago

Bitcoin trades near $73,000, closes in on record high as bulls tout election hopes

Bitcoin was knocking on the door of its all-time from March on Tuesday afternoon, with traders tying the rally in part to growing expectations for a victory by Donald Trump in next week’s ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

TikTok election: Trump and Harris vie for younger voters

Both campaigns are using the short-video platform to try to reach Gen Z

Business - Financial Times - October 24

Elite School Will Offer a Day Off for Students Distressed by Election

Attendance on Wednesday, or whatever day the results are announced, is optional for high school students at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School in New York City, families were told.

Top stories - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Election Falsehoods Take Off on YouTube as It Looks the Other Way

The video site removed 2020 misinformation, fearing real-world harm. Now it’s amplifying and profiting from 2024 falsehoods, researchers said.

Tech - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Trump could take US trade policy all over the place

Unpredictability and an aggressive nationalistic tone are likely to characterise the former president’s approach if he wins again

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Offensive comments taking off before Trump, Harris race ends

Offensive comments made in the last days before the Nov. 5 election are shadowing a key week for both presidential candidates to sway 2024 undecided voters. Former President Donald Trump's comments ...

Trump’s improving election odds have powered bitcoin to its highest level since July

Bitcoin was posting further gains on Wednesday, reaching as high as $68,390 — its loftiest level since July 29.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

The bitcoin trader’s Election Day playbook – what to watch as Trump and Harris locked in tight race

The result on Tuesday of what appears to be an exceptionally tight presidential election could play a significant role on bitcoin’s short-term price action.

Business - MarketWatch - Yesterday

Four economic truths that explain the US’s bizarre election

A trip to America’s number 3 shopping mall offers answers to what’s really going on

Business - Financial Times - October 17

Election Truth I Sunday on 60 Minutes

Ahead of Tuesday's election, all eyes are on Georgia. Scott Pelley reports on how officials in the state plan to ensure public trust, combat election fraud conspiracy theories, and protect poll ...

NFL trade deadline aftermath: Which teams improved, which clubs should have made moves and other takeaways

Recapping the major headlines from the NFL trade deadline

Sports - CBS Sports - 22 hours ago

Clean Energy Is Booming in the U.S. The Election Could Change That.

Trump has suggested he would dismantle the Inflation Reduction Act, which has reshaped America’s energy landscape. It won’t be easy.

World - The New York Times - October 30

Trump’s ‘DJT’ reports narrowing quarterly loss on Election Day. Stock jumps after hours following regular-session slump.

Investors in the parent of Trump’s Truth Social appeared to suddenly turn pessimistic toward the former president’s odds of winning at the polls as Election Day progressed.

Business - MarketWatch - 19 hours ago

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