US-Iran Interim Deal Takes Effect | The Pulse 06/18/2026
President Trump signed an interim deal to end the war with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, speeding up the timeline for the agreement
President Trump signed an interim deal to end the war with Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, speeding up the timeline for the agreement to go into effect despite blowback from Republicans who said it amounted to a victory for Tehran. The Fed left interest rates unchanged, but signaled growing support for a rate hike this year. Chairman Kevin Warsh put his stamp on the US central bank with a bevy of changes, including a policy statement less than half the usual length. He also declined to contribute to the so-called “dot plot,” and said he’s appointing task forces to look at central bank functions.
EU leaders are gathering in Brussels for a two-day summit. High on the agenda is Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Leaders are also expected to discuss how to handle upcoming trade talks with Beijing and explore possible responses — including new trade tools. Today's guests: Philippe Botteri, Accel Partner; Alexandra Dublanche, Choose Paris Region President; Stephan Mayer, Trumpf CEO for Machine Tools; Andris Kulbergs, Latvian Prime Minister; Giorgio Pradelli, EFG International CEO "The Pulse With Francine Lacqua" is all about conversations with high profile guests in the beating heart of global business, economics, finance and politics.
Based in London, we go wherever the story is, bringing you exclusive interviews and market-moving scoops. Chapters 00:00:00 - The Pulse with Francine Lacqua 00:02:09 - US-Iran deal takes effect 00:04:44 - Warsh-led Fed pledges closer to rate hikes 00:08:30 - Philippe Botteri, Accel Partner 00:17:42 - Alexandra Dublanche, Choose Paris Region President 00:26:03 - Stephan Mayer, Trumpf CEO for Machine Tools 00:35:25 - Andris Kulbergs, Latvian Prime Minister 00:44:01 - Giorgio Pradelli, EFG International CEO More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video? Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss any videos from Bloomberg Markets & Finance Visit for business news & analysis, up-to-the-minute market data, features, profiles and more.
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