Boeing secures record deal with Qatar Airways for up to 210 planes, boosting both companies amid ongoing challenges.

Boeing has secured a landmark deal with Qatar Airways for up to 210 jets, marking its largest order for widebody aircraft. The agreement includes 130 Boeing 787 Dreamliners and 30 delayed 777-9s, with options for an additional 50 aircraft.

Additionally, Qatar Airways signed a contract with GE Aerospace for over 400 engines, the largest engine purchase in GE’s history. The deal was signed during President Donald Trump’s visit to Qatar, with Boeing’s CEO present at the ceremony.

Qatar Airways’ CEO stated that this purchase is essential for investing in an efficient fleet to meet increasing demand. Boeing’s Commercial Airplanes CEO highlighted that the order solidifies Qatar Airways’ future fleet with leading widebody models.

The 777-9 aircraft, part of the 777X series, has not yet been delivered or certified.

154,000 jobs

The White House estimated the value of the deal at $96 billion, projecting support for 154,000 jobs annually in the U.S.

Boeing and Qatar Airways, however, estimate about 400,000 U.S. jobs will result from this agreement.

Boeing has faced challenges, including safety issues and a trade war impacting its business. Senator Lindsey Graham noted that this deal could significantly benefit South Carolina, where the planes will be assembled.

The order will nearly double Qatar Airways’ current fleet of 233 aircraft. The deal has prompted scrutiny regarding Trump’s acceptance of a luxury 747 gift from Qatar for Air Force One.

Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia, launching a four-day Middle East tour focused on economic deals, welcomed by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

President Trump has officially landed in Saudi Arabia, kicking off a high-stakes four-day tour across the Middle East aimed at major economic wins.

Welcomed personally by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Trump’s arrival signals the start of key discussions with leaders from Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE.

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S&P 500 rebounds as Nvidia boosts tech shares amid easing U.S.-China trade tensions and softer inflation data.

The S&P 500 rose on Tuesday, returning to positive territory for the year as easing U.S.-China trade tensions boosted investor confidence.

The index gained 1%, with the Nasdaq Composite increasing 1.8%. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 166 points, or 0.3%, due to an 18% drop in UnitedHealth shares.

Nvidia’s stock led the market, advancing 6% after announcing the shipment of 18,000 artificial intelligence chips to Saudi Arabia. This news positively impacted peer companies such as Broadcom and AMD, which increased by around 4%.

Following this rally, the S&P 500 is now up 0.2% for 2025, after previously being down over 17% due to trade uncertainties. The market responded positively to news of a 90-day tariff pause between the U.S. and China, which contributed to a significant surge in stock prices.

Market analysts noted that improved sentiment stems from several factors, including the chip deal, easing inflation pressures, and anticipated tax cuts. The White House also announced a $600 billion investment in the U.S. economy.

In addition to the trade news, softer-than-expected inflation data in April, which reported a 2.3% increase in the consumer price index, further energised the market. Economists had predicted a 2.4% rate.

Investment experts express cautious optimism, acknowledging ongoing concerns surrounding high valuations and market concentration, but suggest that current data may lead to continued market growth in the short term.