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Last updated: July 9, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Middle East Tensions Drive Market Volatility, Oil Prices Spike

U.S. stocks jitters eased following President Trump's remarks about Iran seeking a deal, which also. However, oil futures, while gold and silver futures amid a shifting outlook on inflation. Later, oil prices jumped 6% after Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran over, a move that and caused Indian stocks to tumble. US natural gas futures as traders weighed pipeline expansion and export terminal updates. The Strait of Hormuz saw, leading to a drop in demand for ship insurance as owners grew nervous. Qatar paused efforts following an attack on one of its tankers in the Strait of Hormuz. Global gas demand is poised for the first annual drop since 2022 due to higher prices caused by the Iran war. The oil market's by fresh hostilities, with prices likely to remain volatile.

AI Boom Fuels Deal-Making and Tech Sector Gains

Global deal-making in the first half of the year, the most in a decade, driven by the AI economy. Carlyle intends sell to EQT for a fivefold return, underscoring a bright spot for private equity sales amid strong demand for AI infrastructure. SK Hynix Inc. priced US of American depositary receipts at $149 each, with its $26.5 billion listing to the US market. UBS strategists, forecasting 8% upside driven by stronger earnings and a broadening rally. JPMorgan Asset Management sees AI as a pervasive trade, advising investors to differentiate risks and rewards. Franklin Templeton's Katrina Dudley for AI infrastructure spending through 2027. Samsung shares tumbled 10% despite a record quarterly profit from the AI boom, as investors worried about massive investments. Computacenter shares tapping into the AI boom.

Corporate Earnings, Consumer Trends and Sector-Specific News

Aritzia's profit surged on growth across channels and geographies, with particular strength in its digital business and U.S. gains. Pepsi Co warned rising for U.S. consumers, as sales volumes lost steam. Seven & i Holdings after a war-driven surge in gasoline prices boosted earnings at its North American convenience-store business. Grocery stores are lowering prices as consumers pare spending, though overall bills are unlikely to fall. Volkswagen cutting production as sales in China plunge, struggling to compete with local EV makers. UPS and FedEx shares fell on the growing threat from Amazon's shipping services. The CFTC has to offer 24/7 oil futures trading. Gold prices as Trump declared the Iran ceasefire over, stoking inflation concerns. U.S. natural gas futures posted their in over three months.

Regulatory Scrutiny, Political Developments and Legal Challenges

Polymarket is seeking a license to offer margin trading legally in the U.S., which would allow users to bet on events with less capital. Goldman Sachs for employees, citing challenges to compliance policies at regulated banks. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to the public, requiring better interaction with first responders. Kimmeridge Energy Management as too slow following its takeover of Coterra Energy. Citigroup Senegal's political increases the likelihood of a debt reprofiling. A proposed rule, drawing criticism from scientists. Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine following a rape accusation, creating uncertainty in the race. Hong Kong has of a new gold clearing system.