Live: ASX set to open higher

The Australian share market is poised for a higher opening, with ASX 200 Futures signaling a 0.2% increase to 8,762 points. This positive outlook follows a session of mixed results on Wall Street, where the S&P 500 saw a slight dip of 0.01%, the Dow Jones gained 0.1%, and the Nasdaq rose by 0.8%. European markets also showed strength, with the Dax up 1.0%, FTSE higher by 0.7%, and Eurostoxx increasing 0.8%. Adding to the global financial landscape, oil prices are trading higher, with Brent crude at $74.67 per barrel, reflecting ongoing tensions in the Middle East. The Australian dollar is also showing modest gains, trading at 69.10 US cents, up 0.03%. Other commodities show varied performance: spot gold is up 0.6% to $4,026 per ounce, while iron ore has seen a slight decrease of 0.7% to $97.70 per tonne. Bitcoin remains relatively stable, trading at $59,466, up 0.2%. Business reporter Adelaide Miller will guide readers through the day's financial news and insights on the live blog.