Asian stocks mostly higher after Wall Street hits record and oil steadies

Asian stocks are mostly higher and oil prices have steadied over expectations of an extension of a ceasefire in the Iran war and more talks between the U.S. and Iran

April 16, 2026Updated: April 16, 2026

By CHAN HO-HIM

Asian stocks mostly higher after Wall Street hits record and oil steadies

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