Asian stocks turned in a mixed performance on Friday as U.S.-Iran tensions persisted over the control of the Strait of Hormuz.
Brent crude prices remained elevated above $105 a barrel, fueling worries about inflation, interest rates and economic growth.
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April 24, 2026 15:15 ET Economics news flow was relatively light this week even as the conflict in the Middle East continued, raising concerns for policymakers. In the U.S., spending data, initial jobless claims and pending home sales were the highlights. Business confidence in the biggest euro area economy was in focus in Europe. Inflation data from Japan gained attention in Asia.