Trump to Meet Xi, UBS CEO Sees ‘Witch Hunt’ Amid First Brands Fallout | The Opening Trade 10/29

Donald Trump said he expects to lower tariffs the US has imposed on Chinese goods over the fentanyl crisis and speak with China’s Xi Jinping about Nvidia’s flagship Blackwell artificial intelligence chip, as leaders of the world’s biggest economies seek to ease tensions in a meeting on Thursday. UBS Group Chief Executive Officer Sergio Ermotti defended his bank against criticism over the exposure to bankrupt auto parts supplier First Brands, saying that investors were aware that they were engaged in higher-risk strategies. The Opening Trade has everything you need to know as markets open across Europe. With analysis you won't find anywhere else, we break down the biggest stories of the day and speak to top guests who have skin in the game. Hosted by Anna Edwards and Kriti Gupta. (Source: Bloomberg)