Market news: South Korea and the United States have not yet reached an agreement on Westinghouse Electric's equity investment.

According to Iran's Mehr News Agency, Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi, during a meeting with Iranian journalists in New York on Monday evening local time, stated that the visit was taking place against the backdrop of the "unjust war" waged against Iran by the United States and Israel, the subsequent evolution of the situation, and the ongoing state of war. Araqchi pointed out that the primary objective of the trip was naturally to defend the legitimate position, rights, and interests of the Iranian people on an important international platform. Regarding Iranian President Peskhziyan's schedule in New York, Araqchi explained that the president will deliver a speech and meet with scholars, media figures, and intellectuals from both Iran and abroad. He also stated that the president will give interviews to several media outlets and hold bilateral meetings with leaders of several countries; he himself will also meet with foreign ministers from several countries, providing an opportunity to review bilateral relations and a platform to clarify Iran's position and safeguard national interests. Speaking about other activities of the Iranian president and delegation, Araqchi indicated that several side events will be held, including a leaders' summit on environmental issues, and meetings held by organizations such as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Non-Aligned Movement during the UN General Assembly.

Australia's S&P/ASX 200 index opened 44.20 points higher, or 0.51%, at 8776.1 on Tuesday, September 22.

According to the Wall Street Journal: Sources say some officials believe that Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) Director Pulte attempted to gather information to target Attorney General Branch and others. Pulte's lawyers deny that the housing director reviewed Branch's mortgage documents.

According to the Wall Street Journal: Federal Housing Finance Agency Director Pulte and Attorney General Branch clashed over an investigation involving mortgage records of Trump's opponents.

According to Saudi Arabia's Al Arabiya TV, French President Macron said he also discussed ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz with US President Trump.