Analysis: Asian stock markets expected to open steadily, oil prices retreat

Jinse Finance reported that on March 19, after the U.S. stock market rebounded from intraday lows and the U.S. and Israel attempted to ease market concerns over the Iran conflict, oil prices retreated and Asian stock markets are expected to open steadily. S&P 500 futures rose during early Asian trading. The benchmark index recovered part of a 1% decline in the previous session, ultimately closing down 0.3%. The Japanese market will be closed on Friday. On Friday, West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil futures for May delivery fell below $95 per barrel. Brent crude oil closed slightly higher on Thursday, at about $108 per barrel.