Nikkei Surges Past 65,000 in Asia Stock Rally—Oil Futures in Focus
Japan’s Nikkei closed above 65,000 for the first time, rising 2.87% as Asian stocks climbed on hopes for revived U.S.-Iran talks and falling oil prices. Taiwan’s index hit a record, while Shanghai, Australia, and India also gained. Brent crude fell nearly 5% below $100 a barrel. Hong Kong and South Korea markets were closed for holidays.
