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Global markets swung on reports that President Donald Trump may be willing to end the US military campaign against Iran, even if the Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed. Equity-index futures rose in the US and Europe on optimism about a potential de-escalation, while oil prices reversed earlier gains as traders bet tensions could ease.

Global markets came under pressure as escalating tensions in the Middle East unsettled investors. Stocks declined broadly, with Asian equities dropping sharply, though US futures showed tentative stabilisation and European futures trimmed earlier losses.

Equities attempted to stabilise after a sharp global selloff, as the US delayed its deadline for Iran to agree to a ceasefire by 10 days, offering a temporary reprieve to markets. US and European futures rose around 0.5%, while Asian equities pared earlier losses to close modestly lower, as investors cautiously responded to the extension.