Asia markets opened the first official trading week of 2026 on a stronger note after the U.S. said it captured Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro, with oil prices easing.

Stock futures were steady on Sunday night, as global markets reacted to the U.S.' attack on Venezuela and capture of leader Nicolas Maduro.

Asia markets opened the first official trading week of 2026 on a stronger note after the U.S. said it captured Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro, with oil prices easing.

"The physical global oil market situation remains the same. Oil prices have declined due to an oversupplied global oil market."

Global defense stocks have soared following the overthrow of Venezuelan president Maduro.

Investors bet the action may open opportunities to tap the country's oil wealth.

Investors continued to assess ongoing geopolitical tensions following the U.S.′ attack on Venezuela.