Intel shares jumped over 21% in after‑hours trading after raising Q2 revenue guidance to $13.8‑$14.8 billion on AI demand.
Texas Instruments stock rose more than 19% after reporting earnings and upbeat AI‑related analog chip demand, boosting the tech sector.
Oil prices climbed above $100 per barrel (Brent $106.30, WTI $96.77) as Strait of Hormuz disruptions persist, raising inflation concerns.
President Trump announced a three‑week cease‑fire between Israel and Lebanon, while U.S.-Iran tensions remain, influencing market sentiment.