Wall Street Futures Climb on Geopolitical De-escalation; Tesla Surges on Robotaxi Launch

U.S. stock futures advanced Monday evening, buoyed by a significant de-escalation of Middle East tensions and dovish signals from the Federal Reserve. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, potentially ending what he termed the "12-Day War," which had previously fueled market volatility.

Further boosting investor confidence were remarks from Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman, indicating a more accommodative stance on interest rates, suggesting potential relief from monetary tightening concerns.

Futures Snapshot (as of 00:10 GMT):

• S&P 500 Futures: +0.6% to 6,110.20
• Nasdaq 100 Futures: +0.8% to 22,238.75
• Dow Jones Futures: +0.4% to 43,081.0

These gains follow a strong close for major U.S. indices on Monday:

Monday's Closing Highlights:

• S&P 500: +1.0%
• NASDAQ Composite: +0.9%
• Dow Jones Industrial Average: +0.9%

The market's positive momentum is largely attributed to cooling geopolitical risks and supportive monetary policy expectations, contrasting with recent days marked by Middle East conflict and tariff uncertainties.

Tesla Leads Market Rally with Robotaxi Debut

Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) was a standout performer, surging over 8% and significantly contributing to Nasdaq's gains. The electric vehicle giant officially launched its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas, marking a pivotal step in its autonomous vehicle strategy. While the rollout is currently limited to select areas and includes safety monitors, it signals a major advancement for the company.

Geopolitical Risk Dials Down

President Trump's ceasefire announcement outlines a multi-stage truce. This includes an initial 12-hour pause by Iran, followed by reciprocal actions from Israel, and a formal cessation of hostilities within 24 hours. Trump characterized Iran's recent missile retaliation on a U.S. base in Qatar, which resulted in no casualties, as a "very weak" response. Despite the de-escalation, regional U.S. military bases remain on high alert.

What's Next for Investors?

Market participants are now focusing on several key upcoming events:

• Fed Chair Jerome Powell's testimony before Congress: Expected to provide further clarity on the Federal Reserve's monetary policy outlook.
• PMI data releases: Will offer insights into the health and activity of the U.S. business sector.
• Confirmation of ceasefire: Investors will closely monitor developments from Iran and Israel to confirm the sustained cessation of hostilities.

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