Singapore, 22 May 2026 – Asian equities advanced as investors grew more optimistic that diplomatic efforts could ease the conflict involving Iran, reduce pressure on energy markets and calm inflation concerns that have weighed on global risk appetite.
The improved tone followed signs of possible progress in talks over the Middle East conflict, with investors hoping that any diplomatic breakthrough could support the reopening of energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices fell as markets priced in the possibility of reduced supply disruption, while global stocks rose and US Treasury yields eased.
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