Trump’s $550B Japan Trade Deal, Microsoft Breach & Lockheed’s $1.6B Setback

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This week’s headlines are packed with political power plays and financial surprises. President Trump claims a $550 billion trade “masterstroke” with Japan as talks with China hint at a tariff extension. But not everyone’s celebrating, Microsoft is pointing fingers at Chinese hackers for infiltrating SharePoint, while Lockheed Martin just took a $1.6 billion hit from classified programs gone wrong.

In earnings, Coca-Cola beat profits but missed on sales, Texas Instruments delivered strong Q2 results yet fell on weak guidance, and GM is still battling a $5B tariff drag.

Meanwhile, Universal Music Group wants to go public in the U.S., and AstraZeneca is betting $50 billion on avoiding Trump's pharma tariffs. On the tech front, Amazon is acquiring an AI wearable and Telegram is quietly going crypto.🪙💼

📰 Your Daily Financial Digest - July 23rd, 2025

🌍 Economics & Finance:

1. Trump Strikes $550B Trade Deal with Japan 🇯🇵
   Japan will lower auto tariffs from 25% to 15%, while investing $550 billion in the U.S. economy. The U.S. will reap 90% of profits, according to Trump, marking this a landmark bilateral trade deal. Read More

2. U.S. & China to Extend Tariff Truce 🕊️
   Treasury Secretary Bessent expects to extend the 90-day suspension of heavy tariffs as talks resume in Stockholm. The suspension, due to expire August 12, helped cool tensions between the world’s two biggest economies. Read More

3. Universal Music Files for U.S. IPO 🎤
   The music giant behind Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish confidentially filed to go public in the U.S. this comes as the IPO market shows signs of revival. Read More

4. AstraZeneca Plans $50B U.S. Expansion 💊
   The drugmaker is building its largest-ever facility in Virginia focused on weight-loss treatments. The investment is aimed at insulating against potential U.S. drug import tariffs. Read More

💻 Technology:

1. Microsoft: Chinese Hackers Exploited SharePoint 🛡️
   Microsoft identified three China-linked hacking groups actively targeting its SharePoint software. Exploits began as early as July 7, triggering fresh cybersecurity scrutiny. Read More

2. Amazon Acquires AI Wearables Startup Bee 🐝
   Amazon is buying Bee AI, which makes a $49.99 AI-powered wristband that listens and summarizes conversations. This move bolsters Amazon’s strategy to personalize AI for consumers. Read More

3. Telegram Rolls Out Crypto Wallet in U.S. 💸
   U.S. users can now manage crypto directly inside Telegram via the self-custodial TON Wallet. No need for extra apps, just send tokens as easily as texting. Read More

💹Earnings:

1. Lockheed Martin Slashes Profit Forecast After $1.6B in Losses 💥
   Losses stem from setbacks in classified aeronautics and helicopter programs. EPS forecast was cut to $21.70–$22, down from up to $27.30. Read More

2. Texas Instruments Beats Q2 But Disappoints on Outlook 📉
   Despite a 16% revenue boost and beating EPS estimates, weak Q3 guidance caused shares to slide. Analysts had hoped for stronger recovery signals. Read More

3. General Motors Beats Q2, Keeps Guidance Amid Tariff Strain 🚗
   GM reaffirmed guidance even as tariffs could cost $5B this year. The company is pivoting strategies to minimize future tariff exposure. Read More

4. Coca-Cola Posts Stronger Profit, Misses on Sales 🥤
   EPS came in at $0.87 vs. $0.83 expected, but revenue slightly missed at $12.5B. The soda giant narrowed its full-year EPS outlook as FX headwinds weigh on future growth. Read More

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