Scott Bessent & Jefferies

Scott Bessent: As Treasury Secretary, Bessent has imposed sanctions on Iran and commented on the economic impact of the war.

Jefferies: Jefferies provides market commentary, but is not directly affected.

Scott Bessent: Scott Bessent, US Treasury Secretary, expressed confidence that India and the United States would resolve their trade differences, despite concerns over India's oil trade with Russia.

Jefferies: Jefferies, an American multinational investment bank, reported that the tariffs on Indian goods are largely a result of Donald Trump's 'personal pique' at not being allowed to mediate in the India-Pakistan conflict.