Global Markets React to Middle East Tensions and AI Growth Ahead of US Earnings Season
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First reported by Globes · 1 day ago
What happened
Global markets opened cautiously amid easing Middle East tensions and progress on Israel-Lebanon maritime talks. Asian tech and chip stocks surged, led by South Korea and Japan, while US futures dipped slightly ahead of a major earnings season. Oil prices rose due to regional instability, and US labor data showed continued strength. President Trump criticized NATO allies’ lack of support against Iran, highlighting geopolitical uncertainties.
- 01Tel Aviv market opens amid calm after Israel-Lebanon maritime deal progress and Middle East tensions.
- 02Asian markets rally led by tech and chip stocks, with South Korea’s Kospi up 5.2%.
- 03US futures slightly down; oil prices rise modestly amid energy supply concerns.
- 04SK Hynix prepares Nasdaq debut to raise $29 billion for US expansion in chip manufacturing.
- 05US jobless claims fall, signaling labor market strength despite inflation and geopolitical risks.
- 06President Trump criticizes NATO allies’ unwillingness to support US against Iran, hinting at troop withdrawals.
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