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CNBC Daily Open: Trump tells CNBC 'I've been right about everything'

US · 2026-07-09

Key takeaway

NATO summit ends with ceasefire collapse, escalating geopolitical risk.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerNATO ceasefire collapse with Iran surprises markets, escalating geopolitical risk.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onOil prices surge on supply disruption fears, raising global energy costs.
  3. Step 3 · Knock-onUK SMEs face higher fuel and transport costs, squeezing margins.
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youConsumer confidence dips, reducing discretionary spending on non-essentials.

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Source: CNBC

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