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Trump defends Iran ops, slams predecessors' actions 03.07.2026 27min

President Trump sits down for an exclusive interview with out colleagues Stateside and defends the conflict in Iran, accusing Tehran of exploiting prior administrations over the past 47 years. Trump also said markets backed his intervention. U.S. jobs growth slowed in June with just 57, 000 non-farm positions added. U.S. and European markets have now downgraded expectations of a rate hike. Europe’s Stoxx 600 notches a fresh record high and futures also remain in the green for the end of the week. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Warsh plans FOMC reforms but inflation to remain top priority 02.07.2026 26min

New Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh speaks to CNBC at the ECB Forum in Sintra that the U.S. central bank will be looking at overhauling how it conducts monetary policy but insists that bringing down inflation will be his primary objective. OpenAI has reportedly hinted it may give a 5 per cent to the U.S. government in a bid to curry favour with the White House. Oil slumps to four-month lows after negotiators claim indirect U.S.-Iran talks have progressed well in Doha. Further talks may proceed as early as next week. And we are live at Canary Wharf with Squawk On The Road. We hear from Canary Wharf CEO Shobi Khan tells CNBC that despite global turmoil and presumptive Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s plans to shake up Westminster, London still remains a haven of stability for business. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

European and U.S. equities post best quarter since 2020 01.07.2026 27min

Europe and Wall Street notch their best quarter since 2020 with tech and A.I. stocks leading the gains. The energy sector continues to suffer amid Middle East uncertainty. The euro zone’s largest economies see June inflation slowing but Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey tells CNBC he is frustrated the conflict with Iran is still keeping prices high. We are live at the ECB Forum in Sintra hosting a headline panel. New Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh is due to speak as well. U.S. peace envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrive in Doha for negotiations but direct talks with Iran remain off the agenda for now. Meanwhile, Tehran says it is selling oil with a 20 per cent mark-up following the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

ECB's Lagarde backs June rate decision 30.06.2026 27min

We are live at the Sintra Forum where ECB President Christine Lagarde has backed the central bank’s decision to hike rates in June as necessary to rein in inflation. However, Lagarde insists ‘unconventional instruments’ are no longer needed since the last inflation shock. The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump does not currently have the power to remove Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook over allegations of mortgage fraud but could be granted them in the future. The U.S. and Iran present mixed messages ahead of peace talks in Doha. President Trump has reiterated his claim that the war has been won. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fledgling U.S.-Iran peace deal stutters 29.06.2026 27min

The U.S.-Iran peace deal falters over the weekend but a U.S. official tells CNBC hostilities have abated with talks set to resume in Doha tomorrow. European and U.S. futures are up on de-escalation hopes but crude prices hover around the $70 per barrel mark. In autos news, Volkswagen announces it will cut 100,000 jobs. We hear from the CEO of Germany’s state-owned bank KfW Stefan Wintels who says the country is undergoing an industrial transformation. And in the UK, prime minister-designate Andy Burnham is to outline his economic outlook in Manchester today with devolution and a restructuring of Westminster to be top of the agenda. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Asian markets slump as A.I. infrastructure costs soar 26.06.2026 25min

European equities end the week as Asian markets continue to sell off sharply. Apple and Microsoft announce price rises as the A.I. race constrains chip supplies and prompts concern over higher inflation. The UN’s International Maritime Organisation suspends vessel escort operations through the Strait of Hormuz following an attack on a container ship in the Gulf of Oman. U.S. officials have blamed Iran as the peace deal comes under early pressure. Following the resignation of UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, we hear from UK opposition party leaders who cast doubt on whether a potential Burnham-led government can turn around the country’s economic fortunes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Chip stocks feed Asia rally 25.06.2026 30min

Equities in Asia are boosted by the chip sector through positive earnings from Micron and SK Hynix’s announcement it plans a $30bn listing on the Nasdaq. Brent dips to levels last seen before the conflict in the Gulf as the Strait of Hormuz reopens. Futures indicate the world may soon be facing an oil glut. UK Prime Minister in waiting Andy Burnham is reportedly planning an overhaul of No.10 and the Treasury as part of his economic reform agenda. He is also seeking to overhaul the Bank of England’s mandate to push more demand on growth. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Global tech sell-off gathers pace 24.06.2026 27min

The global tech sell-off continues with U.S. memory and A.I. related companies firmly in the red as investors reassess the A.I. boom. Micron is set to deliver its results later today. Strait of Hormuz traffic returns to its highest level since the start of the conflict in late February and U.S. President Donald Trump accuses oil companies of not lowering gas pump prices in line with falling crude. Secretary of State Marco Rubio lands in the UAE to reassure Arab allies since the Iran deal signing. Bank of America forecasts a triple hike from the Federal Reserve this year – up from its previous guidance of no hikes in 2026. It has slammed the central bank of its ‘unambiguously worse’ problem with inflation. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Starmer resignation opens door to Burnham premiership 23.06.2026 26min

Britain will have a seventh prime minister in a decade following yesterday’s resignation by Sir Keir Starmer. Newly elected Makerfield MP Andy Burnham could be handed the keys to No.10 in less than a month time should no challenger step forward. SpaceX sheds almost half a trillion dollars of its market cap in Monday’s session with further sell-offs seen among other tech mega-caps. South Korea’s KOSPI triggers circuit breakers during the Asian session with Wall Street braced for more tech losses today. U.S. Vice President JD Vance hails peace talks with Iran in Switzerland as Washington waives sanctions on Iranian oil exports for 60 days. However, Tehran disputes claims it will be providing international nuclear inspectors access to its operations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S.-Iran peace talks end with 60-day road map agreement 22.06.2026 30min

Peace talks between the U.S. and Iran conclude in Switzerland for the time being with an agreement to reach a final deal within 60 days. The talks had been hampered by President Trump’s renewed threats to strike Iran and Tehran’s resealing of the Strait of Hormuz. Crude prices tumble following Iran’s announcement it would be resuming oil and petrochemical exports. Asian equities bounce on the news, led by Japan’s Nikkei index. Under-pressure UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer could announce his resignation as early as today with increasing numbers of Labour MPs calling for him to quit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Andy Burnham wins Makerfield by-election 19.06.2026 27min

Andy Burnham wins the Makerfield by-election, returning him to Parliament and setting up a leadership challenge against U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In geopolitics, U.S.-Iran talks today are called off after U.S. Vice President JD Vance cancels his trip to Switzerland, as the administration hits back at criticism of the deal from both sides of the aisle. Meanwhile, OPEC welcomes an interim agreement between the U.S. and Iran, pushing back on forecasts of a supply glut following the conflict. Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais tells CNBC exclusively that OPEC still has the power to manage the market. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S., Iran sign peace deal MOU 18.06.2026 23min

The U.S. and Iran both sign their MOU for their peace framework. Crude prices tumble with hopes growing that the Strait of Hormuz will now re-open. President Trump warns the U.S. will reserve the right to retaliate should Tehran violate the deal. The Federal Reserve holds rates steady during Kevin Warsh’s first decision as chairman of the central bank, but officials say hikes loom later in the year. Warsh said his key concern is to bring inflation back to its 2 per cent target. The CEOs of Anthropic, Google and DeepMind have led calls for a U.S.-led AI coalition for the sector. Tech executives and world leaders have convened at the G7 summit in Evian, France where French President Emmanuel Macron warned against nationalistic policies within the sector. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S.-Iran peace deal to include $300bn funding plan 17.06.2026 30min

More details of the U.S.-Iran peace agreement framework have been revealed with reports of a $300bn investment fund for Tehran along with renewed export capacities. We are live at the G7 summit in Evian, France where President Trump has said the deal also guaranteed Iran would no longer possess nuclear armament capabilities. A.I. and security are also in focus at the G7 with various top tech executives due to attend amid the fallout from the White House’s export control of Anthropic’s latest model. We are also live at the Vivatech conference in Paris where A.I. access and strategic autonomy will dominate the agenda. In the U.S., the Fed awaits its first decision under new chairman Kevin Warsh with the future of forward guidance crucial to the central bank. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump arrives at G7 summit following Iran peace deal signing 16.06.2026 29min

U.S. President Donald Trump arrives at the G7 summit in Evian, France, touting a win via the signing of a peace framework with Iran. The deal extends the ceasefire by 60 days and re-opens the Strait of Hormuz. Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy is also at the summit and is due to meet leaders with EU membership discussions on the agenda. The BoJ lifts its benchmark interest rate to 1 per cent – its highest level in 30 years – seeking to normalise monetary policy and bring down inflation. Wall Street is in the green following news of the Middle East peace agreement. The Nasdaq surged 3 per cent on Monday while SpaceX shares clock a further 20 per cent in growth. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S. and Iran reach peace deal 15.06.2026 32min

The U.S. and Iran agree to a plan to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Negotiations about Iran’s nuclear capabilities will be discussed over the next 60 days. Crude prices fall back towards the $80-mark as President Trump declares ‘let the oil flow’. Asian equities move firmly into the green with European and U.S. futures also set to move higher. The U.S. moves to limit access to Anthropic’s most advanced models, prompting the company to restrict access altogether. President Trump heads to the G7 summit in Evian urging France to abandon its tech tax or face a 100 per cent tariff on wine exports. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Investors await historic SpaceX listing 12.06.2026 28min

Global investors eagerly anticipate today’s SpaceX IPO – the biggest in history – with the company raising $75bn ahead of listing. President Trump postpones strikes on Iran, saying a peace agreement could be signed as early as this weekend. Tehran has responded that a deal has not been finalised despite Trump’s claims it has the Ayatollah’s backing. Renewed talk of peace in the Gulf sparks a tech-driven market rally in Asia with the KOSPI moving into the green by more than 8 per cent. European equities are set to follow suit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Iran vows to target Strait of Hormuz-bound ships 11.06.2026 27min

The U.S. and Iran exchange fire for a second night with Iran targeting U.S. bases in the Gulf, vowing to target any vessels crossing the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has voiced frustration over stalling peace negotiations. Wall Street closes in the red as investors fret over A.I. valuations, tech and surging inflation. Asian equities and European futures have followed suit. A rate hike from the ECB is anticipated later today – its first in almost three years – laying bare the impact of the conflict in the Gulf in new growth and inflation forecasts. And in luxury news, Frasers Group launches a takeover bid for Hugo Boss. It plans to buy up the remaining three quarters of the company it doesn’t already own at a price of €38 a share. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

U.S.-Iran resume fire following downing of Apache in Gulf 10.06.2026 29min

The U.S. and Iran exchange fire following the downing of an American Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran claims to have targeted U.S. bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain as a result. Asian markets see the tech sell-off gathering pace with trade on South Korea’s KOSPI briefly pausing. The negative sentiment has infected European and American markets, which are due to start the day in the red. SpaceX is due to close its order book today ahead of Friday’s greatly anticipated and historic IPO. The company is reportedly up to 4 times over-subscribed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

OpenAI targets $1tn US listing 09.06.2026 29min

OpenAI decides to confidentially file to list with a reported target valuation of $1tn. Perplexity CEO Arvand Srinivas tells CNBC he hopes to take his company public in the medium term and that the success of larger companies will benefit his firm’s own growth. Israel and Iran announce they are halting attacks but leave the door open to a resumption in hostilities with President Trump sounding a positive tine about ongoing peace negotiations with Tehran. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Israel and Iran trade missile strikes 08.06.2026 25min

Israel and Iran have exchanged fire for the first time since April which pushes oil futures higher and potentially jeopardizing a peace agreement. The A.I. sell-off on Friday continues into the new week with South Korea’s KOSPI tripping circuit breakers. A stellar U.S. jobs print raises the chance of a rate hike but President Trump remains committed to lowering interest rates. In Italy, Intesa Sanpaolo is looking to hijack a likely tie-up between BPM and Monte dei Paschi, tabling an offer for all BMPS shares. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.