Sean Fein, president of the United Auto Workers union, said former U.S. President Trump was a "scab."

At 2:00 local time on January 24, German train drivers began a six-day strike until 18:00 on the 29th. It is expected that passenger and freight traffic will again be subject to considerable restrictions.

Hang Seng Index futures closed up 0.96% in night trading at 16,090 points, a 190-point premium.

Head of Diplomacy of Mercosur: Reaching an agreement with the EU remains the top priority, and we are also seeking progress in reaching an agreement with the European Free Trade Association.

Market news: The Trans Mountain Oil Pipeline is expected to fill the pipeline and restart the pipeline section in February; the pipeline expansion will be put into use in the second quarter of 2024, and production will gradually increase this year. Loading of ships will begin following the pipeline expansion in April.

According to Politico: The U.S. Department of Defense estimates that the military buildup in the Middle East since October 7 has cost $1.6 billion.

On January 24, local time, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with British Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs and Development David Cameron in Jerusalem to discuss the situation in the Gaza Strip and other issues.

USD/CAD hit 1.35, up 0.29% on the day.

According to the New York Times: U.S. President Joe Biden will receive the endorsement of the United Auto Workers union on Wednesday.

The Federal Reserve accepted a total of $639.56 billion from 83 counterparties in fixed-rate reverse repurchase operations.

GM: Investments in hybrid and electric vehicles depend on demand.

U.S. Treasury bond yields rose after the auction; the 5-year Treasury bond yield rose 1.80 basis points to 4.069% during the day.

According to the New York Times: The White House is considering delaying natural gas export terminals.

The U.S. 5-year Treasury bond auction as of January 24th - the winning interest rate was 4.055%, compared with the previous value of 3.80%.

General Motors: Will invest in modernizing Brazilian plants.

General Motors: Brazil has great potential for electric vehicles.

GM Vice President: Our future will be all electric.

General Motors: Investments in Brazil will focus on sustainable development.

That is, according to relevant statements, the World Court will announce the results of its ruling on emergency measures against Israel on January 26.