SHARES OF CK HUTCHISON EXTEND GAINS, UP MORE THAN 4%

The semi-official Tehran Times said diplomatic and indirect channels with Washington remain open, reversing and deleting an earlier post that claimed communications were cut. The update contrasts with a Wall Street Journal report citing Middle Eastern officials that direct talks had been halted. The latest statement said “diplomatic and indirect channels of talks with the US are not closed.” Risk assets pared earlier losses following the report, though gains were limited.

WTI原油回落至100美元/桶下方。