U.S. stock futures climbed Friday, Dow up 0.8%, S&P 0.5%, Nasdaq 0.5%, keeping a week‑long rally alive.
Investors cheered signs of Middle East de‑escalation after President Trump's pause in Israel‑Lebanon fighting and possible US‑Iran talks, boosting risk appetite.
AI hardware makers Intel, Micron and Sandisk led gains, while Netflix dropped 9.7% on weak guidance and CEO Reed Hastings' board exit.
Oil slipped below $100 per barrel as cease‑fire hopes eased demand concerns, though prices remain above pre‑war levels.