United States & Hang Seng Index
117 shared events · Importance 21 · Last updated Aug 25, 2026
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International
United States: The United States, through its President Donald Trump, initiated and agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, conditional on the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which led to a significant market rally and a drop in oil prices.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index rose 3.1 percent, contributing to the overall positive sentiment in Asian markets.
Apr 08, 2026 · 28 articles
Business
United States: Imposed tariffs and engaged in conflict with Iran, contributing to inflation and bond market pressure. Treasury intervention aims to lower yields.
Hang Seng Index: Declined 2.1% to 25,465.23, pressured by global bond market jitters.
Aug 24, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States: The United States, under President Donald Trump, agreed to a ceasefire with Iran to avoid a prolonged 'forever war' and achieve a diplomatic solution, while also securing military objectives.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index surged following the ceasefire announcement.
Apr 07, 2026 · 79 articles
International
United States: The United States>>> is a primary party in the conflict, conducting military strikes, imposing sanctions, and engaging in negotiations with Iran>>>.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index>>> dipped significantly as Asian stock markets reacted negatively to the renewed Middle East tensions.
May 07, 2026 · 362 articles
Business
United States: The United States is resurgent, headed for a fourth straight quarterly rise due to re-pricing of U.S. interest rate outlook, pushing the yen to a four-decade low and gold to its largest quarterly fall in over a decade.
Hang Seng Index: China — Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index has been a laggard, experiencing a 7.5% quarterly drop.
Apr 20, 2026 · 12 articles
International
United States: The United States is a key belligerent, conducting defensive strikes, leading negotiations, and aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict strains its military resources and impacts global economic stability.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index gained 0.3%, showing a mixed performance in Asian markets following the US strikes.
May 19, 2026 · 229 articles
Business
United States: War with Iran is disrupting oil supply, raising prices and inflation, and pressuring markets.
Hang Seng Index: Lost 0.6% to 25,289.88, pressured by energy costs and inflation.
Aug 17, 2026 · 8 articles
Business
United States: The expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire without a diplomatic breakthrough contributed to higher oil prices and market uncertainty.
Hang Seng Index: Settled marginally higher, showing relative resilience.
Aug 19, 2026 · 6 articles
Domestic
United States: Sovereign issuer facing rising debt levels and fiscal concerns. The Treasury's intervention reflects efforts to manage borrowing costs.
Hang Seng Index: Rose on positive sentiment from Treasury move.
Aug 19, 2026 · 127 articles
International
United States: Imposed sanctions on Iran, reinforcing its hardline stance, but also faces domestic market volatility and high oil prices.
Hang Seng Index: Lost 0.3%, in line with regional declines.
Aug 25, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States: The United States>>> is a primary party in the peace deal negotiations with Iran>>>, with President Donald Trump>>> announcing progress and engaging in diplomatic calls with regional leaders. The deal aims to resolve the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz>>>.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained 1.2%, reflecting positive market sentiment.
May 19, 2026 · 327 articles
International
United States: Leading military operations against Iran, launching airstrikes and imposing a naval blockade, with 17 service members killed.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index edged up 0.2%, showing relative resilience amid regional declines.
Apr 20, 2026 · 304 articles
International
United States: The US is leading military operations against Iran and has revoked oil waivers, impacting global oil supply and market stability.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng has been affected by the conflict and regional tensions.
Mar 09, 2018 · 488 articles
International
United States: Launched airstrikes on Iran and expanded military actions, escalating tensions and driving oil prices higher.
Hang Seng Index: Settled lower in some sessions.
Jul 06, 2026 · 105 articles
Business
United States: The US faces a widening fiscal deficit and debt surpassing $40 trillion, leading to higher Treasury yields and increased borrowing costs.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng rose 0.1%, bucking the regional trend.
Aug 18, 2026 · 23 articles
International
United States: The U.S. is the central actor, threatening sanctions on Iran and engaged in a trade dispute with Canada, both of which are driving market uncertainty.
Hang Seng Index: Hang Seng fell 2.1%, pressured by tech and geopolitical concerns.
Aug 24, 2026 · 13 articles
International
United States: The United States>>>, headquartered in Bahrain>>>, has been a target of Iranian counter-attacks, highlighting the direct military engagement in the region.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index>>> dipped significantly as Asian stock markets reacted negatively to the renewed Middle East tensions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 607 articles
Business
United States: Expanded airstrike campaign against Iran; tensions escalate.
Hang Seng Index: Edged higher in some sessions, supported by Chinese tech stocks; less impacted.
Apr 20, 2026 · 344 articles
Business
United States: The US is involved in the Iran conflict and potential Hormuz reopening, affecting global oil markets and investor sentiment.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng declined 1.7% on August 6.
Aug 06, 2026 · 37 articles
International
United States: The US is involved in the conflict and blockade, with its military firing on a ship, and faces pressure to resolve the crisis.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng fell 1.1%.
Aug 11, 2026 · 27 articles
unfocused
United States: The U.S. stock market reached new records, driven by strong corporate profits and the AI boom. The U.S. labor market also showed signs of health.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index experienced a significant jump, indicating positive movements in Asian stock markets, though it later slipped slightly.
May 19, 2026 · 199 articles
International
United States: The US launched strikes on Iran and threatened the Houthis, while markets reacted to geopolitical risks.
Hang Seng Index: Hang Seng fell 1.0%, reflecting Asian market weakness.
Jul 24, 2026 · 6 articles
International
United States: The United States is engaged in negotiations with Iran regarding a ceasefire extension and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and its stock markets also reached records.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng was trading 0.9% higher at 25,408.96, reflecting general positive sentiment in Asian markets.
Jun 01, 2026 · 9 articles
International
United States: The United States, led by President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, has been a key negotiator in the interim peace deal with Iran, aiming to de-escalate the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The US has lifted its naval blockade on Iranian ports and waived sanctions, allowing Iran to sell oil freely, which is expected to stabilize global energy markets and reduce inflationary pressures in the US.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index fell, indicating a negative reaction in some Asian markets despite overall global optimism.
Apr 20, 2026 · 302 articles
International
United States: The United States>>> is a primary belligerent, having initiated Operation Epic Fury against Iran>>>. Its military actions and diplomatic efforts are central to the conflict's trajectory and any potential peace agreement.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng Index rose, indicating positive performance in Hong Kong stocks, partly due to gains in the chipmaking sector.
Jun 03, 2026 · 17 articles
International
United States: The US launched two rounds of strikes on Iranian targets to protect navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. The revocation of Iran's oil license tightens supply.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng rose 1.9%, bucking the regional downtrend.
Mar 09, 2018 · 1197 articles
International
United States: The US is leading military strikes against Iran and enforcing a naval blockade, aiming to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict strains US resources and risks broader war.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng gained 1.7%, outperforming regional markets.
Apr 20, 2026 · 480 articles
International
United States: Conducting airstrikes on Iran and threatening further military action; the war has cost $37.5 billion and caused domestic political pressure.
Hang Seng Index: Hong Kong index that rose 1.3%.
Jul 22, 2026 · 334 articles
International
United States: The US is the primary belligerent, leading military operations against Iran and bearing the financial and human costs of the war.
Hang Seng Index: Hang Seng gained, but China's economy affected by oil disruptions.
Apr 20, 2026 · 709 articles
International
United States: The U.S. is a primary belligerent, launching heavy strikes on Iran and coordinating with Saudi Arabia. The escalation raises military costs and risks further depletion of munitions stockpiles, while political pressure mounts ahead of midterm elections.
Hang Seng Index: The Hang Seng rose 2%, showing some resilience in Asian markets.
Feb 08, 2026 · 308 articles
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