HANGSENG News & Analysis
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Market Mood
Nikkei Futures at 56,735 Amid Iran-U.S. Ceasefire Developments
Asia-Pacific markets are set to open mostly higher as investors react to President Trump's decision to suspend military actions against Iran for two weeks. The Nikkei futures contract in Chicago was trading at 56,735, up from the Nikkei 225's last close of 56,308.42. Hang Seng futures last traded at 25,859, slightly below the index's last close of 25,893.02. Futures in Australia last traded at 8,967.0, higher than the S&P/ASX 200's close of 8,951.80, indicating a positive market outlook on the ceasefire implications.
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Asia Markets Likely to Decline as Iran Rejects Direct US Talks
Asia-Pacific markets are expected to mostly decline following Iran's announcement of no intention to engage in direct talks with the United States. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that messaging does not signify negotiations. Japan's Nikkei 225 futures stand at 53,520, down from the previous close of 53,749.62. Similarly, Hong Kong's Hang Seng index futures are at 25,268, compared to the last close of 25,335.95. In the U.S., the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 305.43 points or 0.66%, closing at 46,429.49.
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