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Ukraine Gets OK to Use Long-Range Missiles Inside Russia

2024/11/18
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Key Insights

Why did President Biden authorize Ukraine to use long-range missiles inside Russia?

The Biden administration felt the scales had tipped enough in Russia's favor, particularly with North Korean troops in the Kursk region, warranting a limited authorization for Ukraine to fight back.

What is the potential impact of President-elect Trump's push for peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine?

Trump's push is finding growing acceptance among European leaders, signaling a possible shift towards negotiations and potentially altering the dynamics of the conflict.

How might the contest for the U.S. Treasury Secretary position affect the future economic policies under Trump's administration?

The messy contest could lead to a Treasury Secretary who is less aligned with Trump's initial preferences, potentially influencing the direction of economic policies.

Why did Spirit Airlines file for bankruptcy?

Spirit Airlines faced competition from major carriers offering low prices, soaring labor costs, and engine problems that grounded many of its planes, leading to financial struggles.

What is the significance of NVIDIA's upcoming earnings report?

NVIDIA's earnings report will be closely watched as it could significantly impact the market, especially given the company's massive valuation and the recent focus on AI in the tech sector.

How might the earnings reports from retailers like Target and Walmart provide insights into consumer spending and inflation?

These retailers' earnings could reveal consumer spending trends and the effectiveness of their price-cutting strategies, offering clues about inflation and supply chain dynamics.

What challenges do companies face in scaling AI solutions across their businesses?

Companies often struggle with integrating AI solutions across various departments, leading to siloed implementations that fail to scale effectively.

Chapters

The Biden administration authorizes Ukraine to use Western-made missiles to strike inside Russia, but the impact on the war's course remains uncertain.
  • Ukraine had been pleading for permission to use Western-made weapons to strike inside Russia for months.
  • The decision is unlikely to be a game-changer for Ukraine, according to Dan Michaels.
  • European leaders are increasingly accepting Trump's push for peace negotiations with Russia.

Shownotes Transcript

A.M. Edition for Nov. 18. The WSJ’s Dan Michaels) says the long-awaited authorization comes as Donald Trump’s push for peace negotiations is finding growing acceptance) among European leaders. Plus, the president-elect broadens the hunt for his Treasury secretary) amid messy fighting for the job. And the WSJ’s Take On the Week podcast is back! Hosts Gunjan Banerji) and Telis Demos) give us a run-through of what to watch in markets this week–including the AI trade’s next phase) when Nvidia’s earnings drop. Luke Vargas hosts.

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