Japanese and Australian shares fell. South Korea’s benchmark bucked the trend, led by Samsung Electronics Co.’s rally after it announced a stock buyback plan. US futures gained, after the S&P 500 slid 1.3% on Friday to erase more than half of its gains following the US election.
Oil rises on concerns over Strait of Hormuz reopening plans
Oil prices experienced a significant uptick on Friday, fueled by fears surrounding the critical Strait of Hormuz. Iran and Oman are contemplating restrictions on hostile