Asian stocks today: Markets remain mixed after Trump’s Iran remarks; HSI down over 76 points, Kospi gains 1.5%

Asian markets saw a mixed close Thursday, influenced by US President Trump’s comments on Iran and a sharp drop in oil prices. While Hong Kong and South Korea’s indices rose, Japan’s Nikkei plunged. US futures remained steady after Wall Street’s decline, with Big Tech and bank stocks leading losses, while energy shares offered support.