An Asian equity gauge climbed 0.5%, supported by gains in Hong Kong, Japan and Australia. Shares in mainland China fell at the open, before heading into positive territory. US futures steadied following the S&P 500’s first back-to-back advance in August.
US stocks: US market drops as Trump’s rejection of Iran peace plan lifts oil prices
Following President Trump’s dismissal of Iran’s peace proposal, US market indexes experienced a downward trend, spurred by a notable surge in crude prices. This escalation