Market sentiment is improving as global financial markets experience a widespread recovery, with oil prices declining.

Reports on the evening of March 4 indicated that Iran has engaged in indirect talks with the United States regarding ending the conflict in the Middle East, boosting hopes that hostilities may be shortened. This development has spurred a rebound in stock markets. The U.S. dollar halted its two-day rising trend.

Currently, European stock markets are collectively up approximately 1%, while U.S. stock futures are also advancing in pre-market trading. The FTSE China A50 futures index has surged about 6%.

According to reports, one day after the U.S. and Israel launched strikes, Iranian intelligence personnel contacted the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) through secret channels. Officials reportedly expressed skepticism about whether the Trump administration or Iran is prepared to seek a diplomatic off-ramp. Israeli officials have urged the U.S. to disregard the proposal, and Washington is not currently giving it serious consideration.

Crude oil prices have retreated.

Gold and silver prices are rising.

Hong Kong stock night trading is also posting gains.

Bitcoin has jumped to nearly $72,000, reflecting a partial return of risk appetite among investors.

European natural gas prices have fallen by 10%.

Recent attacks by the U.S. and Israel on Iran have escalated tensions in the Middle East, and it remains unclear when and how the conflict will conclude. With traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz nearly at a standstill, traders are assessing plans by President Donald Trump to provide insurance and escort for oil tankers, keeping market focus firmly on oil.