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Sign InAmid escalating concerns over a broader regional conflict, global markets found a reprieve following signals of de-escalation in the Middle East. S&P 500 futures rose 0.7% and Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 1.4% after Iran declared its military operations against Israel had concluded. Meanwhile, Brent crude pared its earlier surge of 5.4%, and South Korea's KOSPI index faced a sharp 8% drop, triggering a 20-minute trading halt driven by a plunge in semiconductor stocks.
This rebound occurs as the technology and AI sectors remain the primary drivers of market sentiment. Per market data, major tech instruments showed mixed resilience; NVDA closed at $208.19 and AAPL at $290.55 (close June 9, 2026). In the peer group, MSFT stood at $403.41 while TSM reached $427.92, according to market data, reflecting a cautious stabilization as investors weigh geopolitical headlines against sector fundamentals.
Traders should watch key price levels for continued recovery, with MU at $935.89 and MSTR at $117.02 (close June 9, 2026). Looking ahead, the economic calendar highlights US Initial Jobless Claims on June 4 and a scheduled speech by the Fed's Bowman, which will be critical catalysts for market direction as the focus shifts back to monetary policy and labor data.