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Last updated: 2026-04-08 20:41:47 ET
The defense secretary described the state of hostilities mostly in past tense. The Joint Chiefs chairman noted that the “ceasefire is a pause” in combat operations.
The energy sector has surged around 34% in 2026, but investors on CNBC’s “Halftime Report” expressed skepticism that the rally can last.
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Spot Bitcoin ETFs draw $471 million in their strongest daily inflow in weeks, while Ether funds return to gains despite cautious sentiment.
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