Asia-Pacific markets set to climb in Easter trade on hopes for Hormuz reopening
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-04-03 10:49 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Middle East, Iran, Energy, Trade & Sanctions, World News, Business & Economy, Asia Pacific
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Asia-Pacific markets were set to open higher Friday, after news that Iran and Oman were drafting a protocol to "monitor transit" through the Strait of Hormuz raised hopes that the crucial waterway could partially reopen.
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