Fed's Goolsbee said he has no strong view on the number of FOMC meetings.

The CSRC issued guidance on capital-market support for a new real estate development model, endorsing refinancing by listed property developers. It permits refinancing via private placements to specified investors; proceeds should be directed to market-oriented real estate projects that meet policy requirements, and the project developers responsible for implementation must comply with regulatory standards. Filings for refinancing by overseas-listed property developers will continue to be processed under applicable rules.

CENTCOM said 50,000 US troops in the region are enforcing a maritime blockade of Iran and ensuring commercial navigation through the Strait of Hormuz remains unobstructed.