5 Things To Know: October 31, 2025 - Government Shutdown, Airport Delays, Reddit & Coinbase Earnings

Government Shutdown and Senate Rules

• 🏛️ President Trump is urging Republicans to adopt the nuclear option in the Senate to change rules and reopen the government.
• ✂️ This involves getting rid of the Senate filibuster.

Airport Delays Amidst Shutdown

• ✈️ Airport delays are persisting due to a shortage of air traffic controllers.
• 📍 Major airports like Orlando, Dallas/Fort Worth, and Washington DC experienced delays.
• 📢 Delta, United, and American Airlines have called on Congress to reopen the government and ensure air traffic controllers are paid.
• 📜 Airlines urged senators to pass a clean continuing resolution.

Company Earnings and Performance

• 📈 Reddit's shares are trading significantly higher after beating earnings and revenue estimates.
• 🚀 The company also provided current quarter guidance above expectations.
• 💰 Coinbase shares are also up, with the company reporting a resurgence in retail and institutional trading on its platform.
• 📊 Both companies exceeded their earnings and revenue expectations for the quarter.