Many Asian markets were closed for public holidays, but stocks in Tokyo and Seoul rose, while movements on other open exchanges were mixed. "As a result, oil prices are likely to remain elevated." Crude oil prices spiked at the week's market opening but pared gains in morning trade. Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, later telling Fox News there was a "good chance" Iran would agree to a deal. The tumultuous developments are keeping Asian currencies under pressure while "reinforcing a bias toward USD strength", Chan wrote.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha April 06, 2026 03:28 UTC