Tensions in Middle East Send Asian Stocks Lower
Asian stocks are poised to edge lower on September 8, as tensions in the Middle East push oil prices higher and fuel concerns about inflation.
The yen has extended its gains to reach its strongest level since February, with equity-index futures for Japan, Australia, and Hong Kong pointing to declines at the open.
US stock futures were marginally lower in early Asian trade after US financial markets were shut on September 7 for a public holiday.