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IRGC Strikes Singaporean Vessel Ever Lovely Near Oman — Oil Jumps 2% as IMO Pauses 11,000-Sailor Hormuz Evacuation and Three Tankers Turn Back

Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps struck the Singaporean-flagged container ship Ever Lovely southeast of Dahit, Oman, with an unknown projectile, causing bridge damage but no crew casualties. The attack halted an IMO plan to evacuate 11,000 sailors stranded in the Strait and sent oil prices jumping 2%, with Brent briefly back above $75. Republican senators simultaneously reversed their votes on an Iran war powers resolution following a heated confrontation with President Trump over opposition to military oversight.

Micron Technology Q3 2026 Revenue Expected Up Nearly 270% — AI Memory Demand Becomes Key Test for Semiconductor Rally

Micron Technology is expected to report fiscal Q3 2026 revenue of roughly $34.5 billion, representing nearly 270% year-over-year growth driven by AI memory demand. Investors are closely watching high-bandwidth memory pricing, data center spending trends, and management guidance after a sharp semiconductor selloff erased more than $1 trillion from Nasdaq 100 market value. The earnings report is widely viewed as the most important near-term catalyst for the AI infrastructure trade and broader semiconductor sector sentiment.

SK Hynix Targets $29.4 Billion U.S. Listing — AI Memory Leader Expands Capacity Amid Record Demand

SK Hynix announced plans to raise up to $29.4 billion through a U.S. listing, creating one of the largest equity offerings ever completed. The company has become a major supplier of high-bandwidth memory used in AI servers and plans to use proceeds to expand manufacturing capacity and purchase advanced chipmaking equipment. Investors view the transaction as another sign that AI infrastructure demand remains strong despite recent volatility across semiconductor stocks and global technology markets.

Alphabet Added to Dow Jones Industrial Average — Index Shift Highlights Growing AI and Cloud Influence

Alphabet is set to join the Dow Jones Industrial Average, replacing Verizon and increasing technology representation within the benchmark index. The move arrives during a period of heightened investor focus on artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital advertising trends. Inclusion may generate additional institutional demand and index-related buying while reinforcing Alphabet's position as one of the most influential companies shaping technology investment trends across U.S. equity markets.

Trump Orders DOJ Probe Into Oil Pricing as Crude Falls 27% — Energy Sector Faces New Regulatory Risk

The Justice Department has been directed to investigate whether oil companies failed to pass lower crude prices through to consumers. The announcement follows a decline in crude oil prices from roughly $104 to $76 per barrel during the past month, while national gasoline prices remain near $3.93 per gallon. Investors are evaluating potential regulatory and political risks for integrated oil producers and refiners despite continued profitability across much of the energy sector.

SpaceX (SPCX) Sheds $600B in 3 Sessions, Down 20% From Peak — $20B Bond Debut Reveals Pre-Committed IPO Proceeds

SpaceX stock has fallen more than 20% from its post-IPO peak of $225, shedding over $600 billion in market value across three sessions, after the company priced a $20 billion investment-grade bond offering — revealing that the bulk of its $85.7 billion IPO proceeds were already committed to retiring a pre-existing bridge loan. A $6.3 billion compute deal with Reflection AI failed to offset investor concern over leverage at a company still posting net losses.

Micron Technology (MU) Faces June 24 Earnings Test at $1,133 All-Time High — Options Market Prices 17% Move on $34.5B Revenue Consensus

Micron Technology reports fiscal Q3 2026 earnings after the close on June 24, with consensus analyst estimates of $34.5 billion in revenue and $19.72 EPS — a 270% year-over-year revenue increase that would confirm Micron's transformation from commodity memory maker to AI infrastructure player. Options markets are pricing a 17% move in either direction, the largest implied swing ahead of any Micron earnings report in recent memory, as the stock enters the event at a record $1,133.99.

Micron Earnings Due June 24 2026 — AI Memory Demand Faces Critical Test for Semiconductor Rally

Micron's June 24 earnings report has become the most important near-term test for the artificial intelligence trade. Investors are watching whether AI server demand, high-bandwidth memory pricing, and hyperscaler spending remain strong enough to justify elevated semiconductor valuations. Strong results could reinforce confidence across AI infrastructure stocks, while weaker guidance may trigger profit-taking throughout the semiconductor sector after months of outsized gains driven by data center investment.

Brent Crude Falls Below $79 on June 22 2026 — Iran Negotiations Reduce Energy Risk Premium

Brent crude dropped below $79 per barrel as negotiations between the United States and Iran showed signs of progress. The decline reflects easing concerns about prolonged disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a key artery for global energy supplies. Lower oil prices could support consumer spending, reduce inflation pressure, and improve corporate profit margins, although investors remain cautious given the fragile nature of ongoing diplomatic discussions.