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401k Changes in 2026. China's Historic Trade Surplus. Musk Wants EU Gone. Billions in Aid to Farmers.

Major retirement changes, a trillion-dollar trade shock, Musk’s EU blast, and a lifeline to America's farmers.

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New 401(k) rules coming in 2026 could reshape how Americans save. China’s trade surplus just blew past the trillion-dollar mark despite Trump’s tariffs. Elon Musk ignited a political firestorm calling for the EU to be abolished. And America’s farmers are about to receive one of the largest direct support packages in years.

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Key 401(k) Changes Coming in 2026 That Could Reshape Retirement Planning

Major contribution and tax-rule adjustments are arriving in 2026, with the biggest impact hitting high-income earners. Advisors are already warning clients to prepare now, as these changes could alter long-term savings strategies and after-tax returns.

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China’s 1 Trillion Trade Surplus Defies Trump’s Tariffs

China just crossed a record-breaking $1 trillion trade surplus, even with President Trump’s aggressive tariff regime aimed at rebalancing global trade. The milestone signals China’s continued export dominance—and a new test for U.S. manufacturers.

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Elon Musk Says the EU Should Be Abolished. Here Is Why It Matters for Markets and Investors

Musk’s latest political strike triggered immediate backlash from European officials and reignited debate over tech regulation, sovereignty, and global market stability. His comments could carry real implications for U.S. tech exposure abroad.

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Trump Sends $12 Billion Lifeline to America’s Farmers

America’s farmers are about to receive one of the largest direct support packages in years. The Trump administration is preparing a 12 billion dollar emergency farm aid program designed to stabilize producers who have been battered by falling crop prices, shrinking export markets, and the lingering effects of years of tariff volatility.

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