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CNBC Daily Open: Faith in markets, doubts in diplomacy
Markets remain optimistic as talks inch toward an Iran deal.
TL;DR
- U.S. equity market futures advanced, reflecting optimism about potential progress in Iran deal talks.
- Oil prices decreased, with Brent futures at $96.14 and WTI futures at $90.30 per barrel.
- U.S. forces conducted "self defense" strikes in South Iran targeting missile launch sites and boats attempting to emplace mines.
- President Trump linked the Iran peace deal to the signing of the Abraham Accords by Arab countries.
- Pakistan rejected the demand, stating the issues are not interlinked.
- Saudi Arabia indicated it would not sign the accords without a pathway to Palestinian statehood.
- Investors are warned about the cyclicality and potential volatility of memory stocks amid AI excitement.
- The memory industry has seen sustained growth since the launch of ChatGPT in December 2022.