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Last updated: June 22, 2026, 8:30 PM ET

Energy & Geopolitics

Oil futures edged higher as traders assess the impact of early progress in US-Iran peace talks, which had previously sent prices down nearly 3%. The US has eased sanctions on Iran’s oil, allowing for some sales from the Islamic Republic, a development that has also seen gold steady near session highs despite the improved geopolitical outlook. The UK’s National Energy System Operator, Neso, stated that winter power supplies remain secure despite disruptions to energy markets stemming from the Iran conflict.

Automotive & Technology

Tesla is investigating a crash in Texas that killed a woman, with police confirming the vehicle’s driver-assistance system was engaged at the time of the incident. In the rare earth sector, USA Rare Earth rebutted a lawsuit from rival MP Materials, alleging the suit is an attempt to curb its growth.

Corporate & Financial Markets

Avis Budget Group is set to receive $650 million from Pentwater Capital Management in a settlement resolving a dispute over short-swing profits. Edgewell Personal Care, maker of Schick razors, has rejected an unsolicited takeover bid from private equity firm Yellow Wood Partners. Meanwhile, Alimentation Couche-Tard reported profit increases in its fourth quarter, driven by same-store sales growth and improved fuel margins, which helped offset lower volumes in Europe and the US.

Asia Markets & FX

Asian stocks are poised for a positive opening as oil prices stabilize after recent declines, with investors closely monitoring US-Iran peace talks. Japan’s retail currency traders, in contrast to some professional investors, have stopped betting against the yen, heeding government warnings. Bending Spoons SpA, a software acquirer, and its backers are seeking to raise up to $1.62 billion in an initial public offering.

US Politics & Regulation

A federal judge has ruled that a federal citizenship data tool cannot be used to screen voters, stating the Trump administration’s provision of data to states for voter roll purges violated several laws. In a separate development, Democratic socialists are reportedly gaining momentum in urban America, leading in cities like New York and Seattle and showing strength in Los Angeles and Washington.