Stock index futures surged on the back of easing trade tensions, as the administration moved to pause tariffs on critical minerals—a move that sparked optimism across industrial semiconductor and materials sectors. The decision also bolstered investor confidence with the confirmation of supportive monetary policy leadership. Semiconductor equipment makers and critical materials suppliers responded positively to the announcement. Market participants now weigh the implications of softer trade headwinds against broader economic growth expectations, with key players in advanced manufacturing seeing notable momentum into the session.