Squawk Pod 5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 6/23/25
Jun 23, 2025
The podcast dives into major market shifts following U.S. strikes on Iran and their impact on oil prices. Tesla launches its robotaxi service in Austin, reshaping transportation. Apple is potentially boosting its AI capabilities with a major acquisition on the horizon. Plus, a celebration as the Oklahoma City Thunder captures the NBA Championship amidst concerns about player injuries and ratings challenges in the league. These intriguing developments set the stage for dynamic discussions around business and sports.
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Impact of U.S. Strikes on Iran
- The U.S. strikes on Iran caused "monumental damage" to its nuclear program according to President Trump.
- Initial market reactions like oil price spikes and stock futures falls have now reversed.
Tesla Robotaxi and Apple AI Plans
- Tesla launched robotaxi service in Austin with human safety monitors onboard.
- Apple considers a major AI acquisition, possibly perplexity AI, to boost its AI capabilities.
Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Win
- Oklahoma City Thunder won the 2025 NBA Championship, tying a record for most wins in a season.
- The hosts expressed admiration for the Thunder and lamented a key player injury affecting the finals.