Asian stocks today: Markets inch higher on US-Iran peace hopes; Nikkei jumps 2%, HSI adds 360 points

Times Of India — Apr 16, 05:06 AM

https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/photo/130297747.cms" style="margin-top: 3px; margin-right: 5px;" />Asian stocks rose Thursday, mirroring Wall Street's gains, on hopes of a US-Iran ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

Diplomatic talks are ongoing in Islamabad, with both sides exploring de-escalation, though Iran has warned of further disruptions if a naval blockade isn't lifted.

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