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Wall Street Futures Rise Ahead of Thanksgiving Holiday

  US stock futures edged higher on Wednesday as investors looked to extend the market’s recent rally into the Thanksgiving holiday. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures gained 0.2%, S&P 500 futures rose 0.2%, and Nasdaq 100 futures climbed 0.3% . The move follows a strong session on Tuesday, when the Dow surged more than 660 points (1.4%) , marking its third consecutive day of gains. Tech stocks continued to drive momentum, with Alphabet closing at record highs after reports that Meta may adopt Google’s TPU chips in the coming years. Meanwhile, Nvidia shares slipped over 2.5% as competition in the AI chip space intensified. Investors are also keeping a close eye on the Federal Reserve. Markets are currently pricing in an 85% probability of a quarter-point rate cut in December , which has helped bolster optimism. Lower Treasury yields and easing inflation pressures have further supported the bullish sentiment. Through the first two trading days of this holiday-shortened we...

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Diplomatic Crossroads: Iran and U.S. Engage in High-Stakes Nuclear Talks in Oman


In a significant diplomatic development, Iran and the United States have commenced high-level talks in Muscat, Oman, to address Tehran's advancing nuclear program. The discussions come at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East, with regional conflicts and geopolitical rivalries adding urgency to the negotiations.

The U.S. delegation, led by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, and the Iranian team, headed by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, are navigating a complex landscape of mutual distrust and conflicting objectives. While the U.S. insists on curbing Iran's nuclear ambitions to prevent the development of nuclear weapons, Tehran maintains that its program is solely for peaceful purposes and seeks relief from crippling economic sanctions.

Oman, known for its neutral stance, is mediating the talks, which are seen as a critical opportunity to de-escalate tensions and explore a path toward a sustainable agreement. However, the stakes are high, with U.S. President Donald Trump warning of potential military action should the negotiations fail to yield results.

Observers remain cautious about the outcome, noting the deep-seated mistrust between the two nations. The talks are expected to test the diplomatic resolve of both parties and could have far-reaching implications for regional stability and global security.

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