Hong Kong, May 22, 2026 (AFP) - Asian equities rally on Mideast optimism, oil edges higher

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2026-05-22

Asian markets rallied Friday as optimism over US-Iran talks boosted regional equities, while rising oil prices kept inflation concerns in focus. Investor sentiment strengthened through the session on hopes that diplomatic progress could stabilise energy supplies after weeks of turbulence from the Middle East conflict, even as crude prices ticked higher on the day. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said talks to end the war could progress, eyeing......

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