Mideast Escalation, Strong Jobs and Resilient Economy Delay Cuts

Published on June 9, 2026

As we go to press, fighting in the Mideast has escalated, sending crude higher, but stocks, in early Monday trade, have shown remarkable stability following Friday’s deep selloff.

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