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CNBC Daily Open – Oct 19, 2026
• Ukraine launched over 1,000 drones at Russian targets, sparking tension with the U.S. as President Trump lifted sanctions on Russian diesel; Zelenskyy warned Washington of waning support. • French President Macron condemned recent riots and looting during nationwide protests over living costs. • Anthropic announced a plan to allocate 5% of its shares to a public benefit fund, with potential increases tied to valuation growth. • South Korean finance minister Lee Hyoung‑Il said the semiconductor boom will last through at least 2027, despite recent stock sell‑offs.