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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Chan Ho-Him

Asian stocks climb and oil prices slip as traders monitor Iran war developments

South Korea Financial Markets - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

Asian stocks advanced Friday, helped by buying of technology-related shares, while oil prices slipped as traders watched for developments in the Iran war.

U.S. futures edged lower.

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