Trump vows to End Taxes on Overtime

Donald Trump announced the extension of his tax cuts program during a rally in Tucson, Arizona, following his recent pledge to end taxes on tips.
"As part of our additional tax cuts, we will end all taxes on overtime";
"The people who work overtime are among the hardest working citizens in our country";
"When you pass 40 hours a week, your overtime hours will be tax-free", Trump said.

BRICS Confirms the Gold Standard

At the upcoming BRICS summit in October in Kazan, tools for an inclusive international financial system will be discussed, according to Andrey Mikhailishin, head of the financial services task force of the BRICS Business Council, in a statement to TASS.
Key projects include a common unit of account (Unit), a platform for international digital currency settlements (Bridge), a payment system (Pay), a settlement depository (Clear), an insurance system (Insurance), and a rating alliance.
The new system aims to decentralize international cooperation and leverage digital technologies.
The Unit will be linked 40% to gold and 60% to a basket of BRICS national currencies, addressing exchange rate volatility.

Trump Vows to make America richer and stronger

Donald Trump delivered a major economic speech in New York City, outlining plans to reduce the corporate tax rate to 15% and establish a "government efficiency commission" headed by Elon Musk.
He vowed to "make America richer and stronger" if elected in November.
The announcement was made during an address to The Economic Club of New York.
"I am promising low taxes, low regulations, low energy costs, low interest rates, secure borders, low low, low crime and surging incomes for citizens of every race, religion, color and creed, My plan will rapidly defeat inflation, quickly bring down prices and reignite explosive economic growth," Trump said.

Trump Promotes New DeFi Platform

Donald Trump recently promoted a new crypto platform called 'The Defiant Ones', developed by the Trump Organization, on social media.
Addressing his followers, Trump criticized big banks and financial elites, urging Americans to 'take a stand together.'
This marks the first time Trump has publicly endorsed the upcoming digital bank, which has yet to be activated.
Donald Trump on social media:
"For too long, the average American has been squeezed by the big banks and financial elites.
It's time we take a stand-together. #BeDefiant t.me/defiant1s"

Taiwan's Currency Backed by Gold Reserves: Central Bank

A central bank official announced on Friday that Taiwan holds around 422 tonnes of gold in reserve, managed by the Central Bank of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to support the national currency.
Of this, 410 tonnes are dedicated to backing the issuance of New Taiwan dollars, while a smaller portion is used every four years to mint commemorative coins for the inauguration of the president and vice president.
As of the first quarter of 2024, Taiwan ranks 12th globally in gold reserves.
Despite a significant increase in gold's value since its purchase in the 1970s, the central bank is not buying or selling its reserves.
Taiwan's unrealized gain from these reserves is nearly NT$900 billion due to gold's appreciation.

Vance Backs Trump on Fed Influence

Senator JD Vance, R-Ohio, who is former President Trump's vice presidential nominee, expressed support for Trump's idea that U.S. presidents should have a say in the Federal Reserve's monetary policy decisions, including interest rate changes.
In an interview on CNN's "State of the Union," Vance agreed with Trump, arguing that such decisions should involve America's elected leaders and not be left solely to the independent Federal Reserve.
Vance acknowledged that this would mark a significant shift from the traditional approach, where the Fed operates independently of political influence, but emphasized that Trump is advocating for greater political input, not direct control, over monetary policy.

The BRICS digital payment system advances

Russia is advancing its plans for a BRICS digital payment system, according to Valentina Matviyenko, the Federation Council Speaker.
In response to sanctions and being cut off from SWIFT, the Bank of Russia has developed its own payment system, which has already seen participation from several countries.
Matviyenko announced that progress on the BRICS digital payment platform is ongoing.
"The creation of the independent financial payment platform BRICS Bridge, a standalone mutual payment system on a firm joint platform, is now being discussed within BRICS.
I have spoken both with the Central Bank and the Finance Ministry, things are moving along nicely," she said in a press conference.

Trump Unveils Economic Strategy on FOX Business

In an interview with FOX Business, former President Trump outlined his plans to rejuvenate the U.S. economy:
Taxes: Trump highlighted his past tax cuts, claiming they led to increased revenue and economic growth. He reiterated support for tax-free tipped wages and suggested that further tax cuts could stimulate the economy and aid in debt reduction.
Tariffs: Trump proposed a reciprocal tariff policy, where the U.S. would impose equivalent tariffs on countries that impose tariffs on American goods. He argued that this strategy would protect U.S. interests and address trade deficits with countries that he claims mistreat the U.S., including both adversaries and allies.
Electric Vehicles (EVs): Trump criticized the push for all-electric cars, pointing out dependency on China for EV production and advocating for a mixed approach that includes hybrids and gasoline-powered vehicles. He argued that while electric cars have their place, they are currently too expensive and impractical for widespread use.
Cryptocurrency: Trump sees a significant potential for cryptocurrency in the U.S. economy, criticizing the Biden administration's approach to regulation. He believes that embracing crypto could position the U.S. as a global leader in this emerging market.
Overall, Trump's economic plan focuses on reducing government waste, implementing strategic tax and tariff policies, diversifying the automotive industry, and embracing technological innovations like cryptocurrency to boost national economic growth and security.