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Supreme Court Tariff Case Could Unleash $1 Trillion in Business Refunds, Sparking Complex Recovery Process

The Supreme Court is set to hear a landmark case challenging the legality of Trump-era tariffs that could trigger up to $1 trillion in refunds to American companies. Businesses face a complex decision on whether to pursue refunds through what analysts describe as a potentially cumbersome process.

Potential $1 Trillion Windfall Hangs in Balance

The Supreme Court will next month begin hearing arguments that could determine whether American businesses receive what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly estimated could be between $750 billion and $1 trillion in tariff refunds. According to sources familiar with the case, the court will examine whether tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act during the Trump administration were legally implemented.

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Global Markets React to Trade Deals, Inflation Data, and Corporate Shake-ups

The U.S. secures access to Australia’s critical minerals amid trade tensions with China. Inflation holds steady in the UK as corporate news sees leadership changes and legal battles unfold across industries.

U.S. and Australia Forge Critical Minerals Agreement

According to reports from the October 25th 2025 business edition, former President Donald Trump signed an agreement with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese granting America access to Australia’s deposits of critical minerals and rare earths. Sources indicate this move is part of a broader American strategy to expand reserves of raw materials and reduce supply chain dependence on China, which currently dominates global production. The report states this agreement comes as China recently tightened export controls on rare earths, prompting Mr. Trump to announce planned 100% tariffs on Chinese goods in retaliation.

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Market Jitters Grow as Tech Stocks Falter and Retail Sentiment Softens, Analysts Warn

Tech stocks face pressure from disappointing earnings and geopolitical trade threats, with retail investors showing signs of retreat. However, some analysts suggest any selloff could present buying opportunities in resilient sectors.

Tech Earnings Disappoint, Triggering Stock Declines

Recent earnings calls from major technology companies have reportedly failed to meet market expectations, contributing to stock declines across the sector. According to reports, Netflix shares fell approximately 6% following its third-quarter earnings call, while SAP stock dropped 1.6% this morning despite what analysts described as a solid AI revenue pipeline.

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EU Cloud Sovereignty Concerns Mount Following Amazon Web Services Disruption

A significant Amazon Web Services outage has exposed Europe’s critical dependence on US cloud infrastructure. Analysts suggest the incident underscores urgent sovereignty concerns as EU struggles to develop competitive alternatives.

Major Cloud Disruption Highlights Infrastructure Vulnerabilities

A widespread Amazon Web Services outage on Monday disrupted numerous popular online services including banking applications, language learning platform Duolingo, and gaming service Roblox, according to reports. The technical glitch, while reportedly resolved within hours, exposed the concentrated nature of global cloud infrastructure that underpins modern digital economies.

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Asia-Pacific Markets Brace for Losses Following Wall Street Slide on Renewed Trade Tensions

Asian markets are poised to open lower amid renewed U.S.-China trade concerns after reports of potential export curbs. The Bank of Korea’s policy rate decision also draws investor attention as regional sentiment weakens.

Regional Markets Follow Wall Street Decline

Asia-Pacific markets were reportedly set for a lower opening on Thursday, mirroring Wall Street’s downturn as concerns over U.S.-China trade relations resurfaced. According to sources familiar with market movements, the negative sentiment stems from renewed fears about potential trade restrictions between the world’s two largest economies.