Global stock markets showed mixed movements on Wednesday, and oil prices fell below $80 on optimism over a temporary war deal between the US and Iran. This was reported by Qazaqyia.kz citing Associated Press.
Japan's Nikkei 225 index topped 70,000 for the first time, reaching a record level during trading. Seoul's KOSPI rose 0.2%, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell 0.3%. China's Shanghai Composite dropped 0.1%.
Brent crude oil fell to $79.50 per barrel on optimism over US-Iran negotiations. The US dollar weakened, with the euro rising to $1.12.
Traders are awaiting the US Federal Reserve's decision on interest rates. Analysts believe that a deal could further lower oil prices.