Stock Movers

Oil and Defense Stocks Fall; Fiserv Rises Again

Jun 24, 2025
Oil stocks like ExxonMobil and Chevron are sliding as a fragile truce between Israel and Iran causes market jitters. Newmont Corp follows suit, feeling the downturn in commodities. Lockheed Martin is also affected by the turmoil in the defense sector. In contrast, Fiserv is thriving, boosted by a powerful new partnership with Mastercard that enhances blockchain utility. The episode brilliantly contrasts the struggles of traditional industries with the soaring tech market, spotlighting the ongoing shifts in market dynamics.
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INSIGHT

Oil Stocks Drop on Middle East Truce

  • Oil prices fell sharply by about 11% in two sessions due to an announced ceasefire in the Middle East by Donald Trump.
  • This ceasefire reduced the geopolitical premium, causing notable declines in oil and defense stocks like ExxonMobil and Lockheed Martin.
INSIGHT

Tech and Stablecoin Partnership Drive Gains

  • Technology stocks led the market upside, marking a return to typical market behavior.
  • Fiserv gained significantly due to Mastercard's expanded partnership integrating its blockchain-based stablecoin token.
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