Asia Markets Poised for Gains Amid Optimism Over U.S.-Iran Negotiations

Asian markets were set to open higher, driven by optimism over potential progress in U.S.-Iran negotiations and a decline in oil prices. Futures contracts for the Nikkei 225 and Hang Seng index showed gains compared to their previous closes.

By Justina Lee · CNBC · May 20, 2026, 23:50 UTC

Asia Markets Poised for Gains Amid Optimism Over U.S.-Iran Negotiations

Topics: Asia-Pacific markets Middle East conflict oil prices Wall Street gains

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