US-Iran Ceasefire Deal Approaches, Strait of Hormuz Reopens

Reports indicate that a ceasefire deal between the US and Iran is nearing completion, leading to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. This development could improve risk appetite among investors, as it may reduce geopolitical tensions in the region, impacting oil supply routes. The Nikkei index and markets related to Iranian assets are particularly exposed, given their sensitivity to shifts in geopolitical stability and energy prices. Traders will be closely watching for any official announcements or agreements that could solidify this ceasefire, as well as subsequent reactions from oil markets.

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