Markets Watch US-Iran Talks; Asian Stocks Mostly Higher
Markets are closely watching US-Iran negotiations after Trump stated there is no rush for a deal. Asian stocks mostly closed higher, with the Taiwan Weighted Index rising 3.26%. Investors are also focused on upcoming PCE data.
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- 📰 Published: May 25, 2026 at 18:22
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US President Donald Trump revealed he has instructed negotiators not to rush into any deal with Iran, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that nuclear issues are highly technical and cannot be resolved within 72 hours. Markets continue to monitor the Middle East situation. Brent and WTI crude futures fell by about 5% during Asian trading hours. Asian stocks mostly closed higher, with Tokyo, Shanghai, Taipei, Sydney, and Manila markets in the green. The Taiwan Weighted Index rose 3.26%, and Japan's Nikkei 225 gained 2.87%. US markets are closed for Memorial Day. Investors are also watching how the Federal Reserve and new Chair Kevin Warsh will react to the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index and European inflation data due later this week.
FAQ
What was the gain of the Taiwan Weighted Index today?
It rose by 3.26%.