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Trump's "Golden Fleet" initiative aims to reclaim the seas for America
China holds 53% of global shipbuilding capacity
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Hello Capitalists,
Here is everything you should be following today:
Trump’s “Golden Fleet” just got its first proposed ship
Gold and Silver hit new highs AGAIN
US economy soars unexpectedly
Instacart backs out of AI pricing after backlash
Lego aims to take pole position with its F1 push
Today’s markets + assets:
✅ DOW: 48489.82 (⬆️ 0.26%)
✅ S&P: 6905.59 (⬆️ 0.39%)
✅ NASDAQ: 23565.88 (⬆️ 0.46%)
⚠️🔴CBOE VIX Volatility Index: 13.77 (⬇️ 2.20%)
✅ Gold: $4508.40 (⬆️ 0.74%)
✅ Silver: $71.13 (⬆️ 3.80%)
✅ Bitcoin: $87,897 (⬆️ 0.03%)
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Trump’s “Golden Fleet” warship unveiled
In a push to reclaim U.S. shipbuilding supremacy amid China’s dominance, the Navy unveiled plans for a new FF(X) warship class under President Trump’s “Golden Fleet” initiative, targeting the first vessel’s readiness by 2028.
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Navy Fleet Critically Undersized: The U.S. Navy’s small surface combatant fleet stands at just one-third of the needed size, prompting urgent action through the new shipbuilding program.
HII Leads Construction Effort: Huntington Ingalls Industries in Virginia will build the FF(X) using the Legend-class cutter as its base, focusing on modular upgrades as threats evolve.
Contractors Face Performance Pressure: Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warns contractors to speed up weapons development or lose contracts, following recent cuts to the Constellation-class frigate orders due to delays.
China Outpaces U.S. Dramatically: China holds 53% of global shipbuilding capacity (versus America’s 0.1%,) with its top firm producing more tonnage last year than the entire U.S. industry since World War II.
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Gold and Silver smash records AGAIN
Gold and silver prices soared to fresh all-time highs for the second straight day amid fears of an AI bubble and Fed uncertainty, with experts forecasting continued climbs as safe-haven demand surges.
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Prices Hit Specific Peaks: Gold futures reached $4,530.80 per ounce while silver topped $70.80, marking significant intraday milestones in the ongoing rally.
Year-Long Metals Surge: Both metals have climbed dramatically throughout 2025, repeatedly breaking records due to persistent investor interest in hedges.
Global Debt Drives Rise: Exploding worldwide debt levels are fueling the uptrend, as under-owned assets like gold protect against currency debasement.
Expert Eyes $6,000 Gold: CIO David Neuhauser predicts gold could climb to $6,000 per ounce, signaling potential for prolonged gains ahead.
US Economy Surges 4.3% Shocking Experts
The U.S. economy exploded at a 4.3% annualized growth rate in the third quarter, smashing economists’ 3.2% forecasts, a delayed Commerce Department report revealed Tuesday amid fallout from the recent government shutdown.
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Consumer Spending Drives Growth: Personal consumption jumped 3.5% in Q3, up from 2.5% previously, bolstering overall expansion alongside boosts from exports and government outlays.
Inflation Signals Intensify: The PCE price index climbed 2.8% while core hit 2.9%, both exceeding prior readings and the Fed’s 2% goal, with chain-weighted prices up 3.8%.
Corporate Profits Explode: Businesses saw earnings rise $166.1 billion or 4.2%, a sharp rebound from Q2’s meager $6.8 billion gain.
Markets Shrug Off Data: Backward-looking figures elicited minimal reaction, with stock futures dipping slightly and Treasury yields holding firm.
Instacart axes AI pricing after outrage
Instacart halted its AI-driven pricing tests Monday after a Consumer Reports study exposed up to 7% cost variations for identical groceries, drawing lawmaker rebuke and FTC scrutiny over shopper trust.
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Eversight Tech Acquired: Instacart bought the $59 million software in 2022 to help retailers test price reactions and boost sales.
No Personal Data: Instacart denied using individual user info for tests, rejecting labels like surveillance or dynamic pricing.
Retailer Price Control: Instacart emphasized stores set app prices, with experiments limited to a few partners.
Separate FTC Settlement: Instacart agreed to $60 million refunds for deceptive subscription ads, denying wrongdoing in unrelated claims.
Lego accelerates its F1 revolution plans
In a bold push for diversity in motorsports, Lego announced it will sponsor an all-female F1 Academy car and Dutch driver Esmee Kosterman starting in 2026, expanding its hit Formula 1 partnership to shatter gender barriers.
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Partnership Launches Brick Sets: Lego introduced licensed F1 car models across Duplo, standard, and Technic lines, featuring team liveries for all ages and skill levels.
Activations Thrill Race Fans: A life-size pink Lego Cadillac with chauffeured drivers was on display at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, while brick trophies were awarded at the British Grand Prix at Silverstone has boosted the immersive experiences.
Revenue Surges From Collaboration: Lego’s first-half 2025 revenue hit $5.4 billion, up 12%, fueled partly by F1 sets amid ESPN’s record 1.3 million average viewers.
Synergies Drive Fan Growth: Executives highlight mutual audience expansion, with F1’s female fan base rising as Lego promotes inclusivity through authentic motorsport support.
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