Power & Capital
Where state power meets the boardroom. Power & Capital is TIPP Insights' daily geoeconomic brief. We decode tariffs, sanctions, supply chains, energy, and global risk for the people who run companies. Five sharp stories every weekday, anchored by the monthly TIPP Geoeconomic Risk Index. Read it for what the headlines actually cost the bottom line.
Trump Is Right To Lift Diesel Sanctions On Russia. He Should Go Further
This, of course, sparked a complete breakdown among establishment politicians and commentators who accused Trump of betraying Ukraine and, effectively, switching sides to back Putin in his “war on Democracy.”
Meta Hit With $25 Billion Penalty In New Mexico Privacy Case
The state is also seeking an injunction to prevent Meta from continuing the practices that led to the jury’s finding of liability in the privacy case.
Europe’s Diesel Winter Is Coming, And Washington Is About To Make It Worse
Pakistan and Turkey have pledged troops under the Mecca Joint Defense Agreement signed in August
India’s Refining Capacity Emerges As Key Focus Of US Energy Talks
President Donald Trump has encouraged India to purchase more Venezuelan crude as Washington seeks to reduce Indian dependence on Russian oil.
Trump Says Midterm Campaign Spending Will Exceed $400 Million
Trump also claimed that over $300 million had already gone toward rallies and voter mobilization efforts, though that figure has not been independently verified.
Trump’s Russia Sanctions Waiver Sparks Fresh Dispute Over Ukraine Policy
The sanctions legislation, signed by Trump in September, targeted Russian officials and major buyers of Russian energy.
White House Unveils $8 Billion Relief Plan For US Farmers
The administration attributed the pressure on agricultural costs partly to the war with Iran, which has disrupted fertilizer supplies moving through the Strait of Hormuz
Elon Musk Settles Two Fraud Lawsuits Linked To Pro-Trump Voter Giveaways
The settlements end a legal dispute that began after Musk’s political group, America PAC, launched the sweepstakes in battleground states.
Musk’s Donations Fuel Republican Ad Blitz In Closely Watched Texas Contest
The filings show Musk gave $75 million and $83 million to the Senate Leadership Fund in September
US Imposes Fresh Iran-Related Sanctions On 16 Individuals And 10 Entities
The State Department also targeted Cuba-based Banco Internacional de Comercio S.A. over its reported services to Iran-based Karafarin Bank since at least 2022.
Tech Giants Donate $92 Million To Trump’s Planned White House Ballroom
Another contributor, Isabela Herrera, reportedly donated $2.5 million months before Trump pardoned her father, Julio Herrera Velutini.
Trump Meme Coin Dinner Draws Buyers Linked To Foreign Crypto Exchanges
The dinner will accommodate 185 major $TRUMP token holders, with the top 29 receiving premium seating and access to a VIP reception with Trump.
Trump Announces Plans For Major Oil, Gas And Mineral Exploration In Greenland
The announcement follows a security agreement signed by the United States, Greenland and Denmark more than four weeks ago.
Bank Of America Faces More Than $1.2 Billion In Penalties Over Money-Laundering Violations
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that compliance failures expose the financial system to illicit-finance risks.
Elon Musk Becomes Biggest Known Midterm Donor With $276 Million In GOP Donations
The donations come as Republicans seek to maintain their congressional majorities amid voter concerns over persistent high prices and the unpopular war with Iran.