Asian stocks rose cautiously as Iran’s potential return to talks with the US offered optimism for Middle East stability ahead of a ceasefire deadline. Oil prices dropped, while the dollar and Treasuries remained steady. Markets are navigating a shifting narrative, balancing hope for eased tensions with lingering concerns.Read More

Reserve Bank of India Governor Sanjay Malhotra addressed global challenges at Princeton University, stressing upon agile monetary policy to counter supply shocks from West Asia. The focus is on preventing inflation from becoming persistent. Prudent fiscal management and domestic production also play key roles, he said.Read More