15 June 2026 · 09:00 HKT

Market Pulse

The 8 most market-moving stories today, impact-rated and filtered for US equities.

▲ Bullish GEOPOLITICS

Wall St futures surge on US-Iran peace deal; Fed in focus

The US-Iran peace deal has led to a surge in Wall Street futures, with investors optimistic about the potential for reduced tensions in the region. The Fed's upcoming decision will also be closely watched, as investors seek clarity on the central bank's monetary policy stance.

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▲ Bullish TECH

Elon Musk becomes world's first trillionaire as SpaceX begins trading on the Nasdaq

Elon Musk's net worth has surpassed $1 trillion, driven by the successful listing of SpaceX on the Nasdaq. This milestone is expected to have a positive impact on the tech sector and investor sentiment.

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▲ Bullish FED

Powell says labor market not a source of significant inflation pressure

Fed Chairman Powell's comments on the labor market have eased concerns about inflation, leading to a positive reaction in the markets. This development is expected to support the bull case for stocks and other risk assets.

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▲ Bullish FED

Fed’s Powell says rate cut ‘on the table’ as soon as September

The possibility of a rate cut as soon as September has been hinted at by Fed Chairman Powell, which could lead to a boost in stock prices and a decline in bond yields. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the markets.

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▲ Bullish CONSUMER

Paramount-WBD merger wins approval from DOJ

The approval of the Paramount-WBD merger by the DOJ is a significant development for the media sector, and is expected to lead to increased consolidation and investment in the industry. This deal is also seen as a positive sign for the broader market.

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▲ Bullish TECH

With smooth SpaceX debut, Wall Street sets new template for mega IPOs

The successful listing of SpaceX on the Nasdaq has set a new template for mega IPOs, and is expected to lead to increased investor interest in the tech sector. This development is seen as a positive sign for the broader market.

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▲ Bullish GEOPOLITICS

Shares jump, oil skids in Asia on news of Gulf deal

The news of a Gulf deal has led to a jump in shares and a decline in oil prices, as investors react to the potential for reduced tensions in the region. This development is expected to have a positive impact on the markets.

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▲ Bullish MACRO

Swiss National Bank cuts interest rates by a half point to 0.5%

The Swiss National Bank's decision to cut interest rates is expected to lead to a decline in the Swiss franc and an increase in investor appetite for risk assets. This development is seen as a positive sign for the broader market.

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