Optimism over the conclusion of the war in Iran brought both currencies to record highs, as inflation in Japan grew slower than expected.

LONDON/TOKYO, May 27 : Global shares advanced and oil prices eased on Wednesday as markets looked for signs of whether a shaky truce between the United States and Iran will be…

TOKYO, May 27 : Asian shares climbed to record highs while oil prices remained elevated on Wednesday, as markets looked for signals that a shaky truce between the United States…

Asian equities retreated from record highs as conflicting signals from the US and Iran on a potential peace deal emerged. Crude oil prices surged as the Strait of Hormuz remained…