Stock futures rise on report that the U.S. has sent Iran a plan to end the war: Live updates

The New York Times reported the U.S. has shared a plan with Iran to end the conflict, prompting traders to hope the war could conclude soon. The report has lifted risk appetite and could remove a sizeable geopolitical risk premium, potentially easing oil and commodity prices and supporting equities and emerging-market assets if confirmed. The development is market-moving but remains unconfirmed, so volatility and re-pricing are likely until there is official confirmation.

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The New York Times reported the U.S. has shared a plan with Iran to end the conflict, prompting traders to hope the war could conclude soon. The report has lifted risk appetite and could remove a sizeable geopolitical risk premium, potentially easing oil and commodity prices and supporting equities and emerging-market assets if confirmed. The development is market-moving but remains unconfirmed, so volatility and re-pricing are likely until there is official confirmation.