Squawk Pod 5 Things to Know Before the Opening Bell 6/20/25
Jun 20, 2025
Get ready for crucial updates impacting the stock market! President Trump hints at a decision on U.S. involvement in the Middle East soon. Meanwhile, a meeting between Iran's foreign minister and European counterparts sparks intrigue. SoftBank is eyeing a massive robotics and AI project with TSMC in Arizona. On the tech front, Microsoft may pull out of negotiations with OpenAI. And in a dramatic twist, a SpaceX Starship rocket explodes during testing in Texas. Buckle up for a whirlwind of significant news!
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Middle East Diplomatic Moves
- President Trump plans to decide within two weeks on U.S. involvement in the Middle East conflict.
- Iran's foreign minister meets European counterparts, signaling high diplomatic activity ahead.
SoftBank TSMC AI Complex
- SoftBank and TSMC are exploring a trillion-dollar robotics and AI complex in Arizona.
- This marks a significant investment in industrial automation and technology expansion in the U.S.
Microsoft OpenAI Talks & Jobs
- Microsoft may end negotiations with OpenAI due to disagreements over Microsoft's future stake.
- Microsoft also plans to cut several thousand jobs in sales and other teams soon.