A joint statement said Oman and Iran foreign ministers discussed a phased framework intended to provide a practical basis for restoring safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

Shenzhen’s value‑added industrial output of enterprises above designated size rose 9.2% YoY in Jan‑Jul, accelerating 0.5ppt versus 1H. By sector, mining +3.3% YoY, manufacturing +9.9%, and power/heat/gas/water production and supply +3.3%. Major industry gains: special‑purpose equipment manufacturing +14.4%, general equipment manufacturing +14.3%, computer, communication and other electronic equipment manufacturing +12.7%, and power/heat production and supply +9.1%. High‑tech product output remained strong: 3D printers +62.3%, industrial robots +45.5%, and lithium‑ion batteries +27.1% YoY.

Moderna (MRNA.O) shares rose more than 10%.