Middle East Outlook Elevates Asian Stock Markets

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2026.04.15 10:37
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Asian stock markets rose on April 15, 2026, driven by reports of potential negotiations between Iran and the US regarding Middle East hostilities. The Nikkei 225 in Japan increased by 0.4%, led by BayCurrent's 14% earnings rise, while Kioxia fell 7.4%. The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong gained 0.3%, buoyed by hopes of declining oil prices. Other regional markets also saw gains, with the S. Korean KOSPI up 2.1% and the Taiwan TWSE up 1.2%. The MSCI All Country Asia Pacific Index rose 0.9%.