Dogecoin Surge | Tesla Legal Blowback & Big Beautiful Bill Debt Impact

In this week’s market wrap-up, we dive into the biggest headlines shaping Wall Street and beyond: 🔹 Amazon quietly raises prices on over 1,200 household essentials amid rising shipping costs, prompting questions about low-cost product profitability. 🔹 Southwest Airlines ends its iconic open seating policy—seat assignments begin January 27. 🔹 Trump’s new “Big Beautiful Bill” could raise the national debt by $3.4 trillion while slashing Medicaid and clean energy funding. 🔹 Treasury Secretary Bassett demands a full review of the Fed, criticizing Jerome Powell’s leadership and inflation response. 🔹 Google removes nearly 11,000 YouTube accounts tied to Chinese and Russian influence campaigns. 🔹 PepsiCo launches a prebiotic cola after acquiring Poppy, pivoting toward health-conscious beverages. 🔹 GameStop stock pops again—driven by crypto momentum and CEO Ryan Cohen’s bold PR moves. 🔹 Block Inc. joins the S&P 500; investors rush to buy shares ahead of index tracking fund inclusion. 🔹 Dogecoin spikes 37% after Trump signs the Genius Act—could this spark a broader crypto bull run? 🔹 Universal Music Group confidentially files for a U.S. listing after pressure from Pershing Square. 🔹 Best U.S. states to weather a recession? CNBC ranks Florida, Texas, and North Carolina at the top. 🔹 Gen Z rethinks college as 1 in 5 regrets attending—many cite rising tuition and job market shifts. 🔹 GM and Coca-Cola beat earnings expectations despite tariff and inflation headwinds. 🔹 Roblox launches its new Learning Hub to blend education with immersive gameplay. 🔹 Tesla faces legal heat over a 2019 Autopilot fatality and misleading marketing claims. Stay informed with Benzinga—where Wall Street meets Main Street. 🌐 Want more market-moving insights? Dive deeper at www.benzinga.com — your one-stop destination for the latest financial news, data, and expert analysis to stay ahead of the markets. 📲 Let’s stay connected! Follow us for real-time updates, market tips, and exclusive content: 🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benzinga 🔹 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/benzinga 🔹 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@benzinga 🔹 X: https://www.x.com/benzinga ⚠️ Disclaimer: Investing in financial markets carries risk, and there are no guaranteed returns. All information is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as financial advice. Always do your own research and speak with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Only invest what you can afford to lose. Past performance does not guarantee future outcomes. #Amazon #Dogecoin #TeslaLawsuit