Asian Markets Show Mixed Reactions

Following the inauguration of United States President Donald Trump and the subsequent executive orders, major stock indexes in the Asia-Pacific region experienced mixed trading on Tuesday. Investors closely monitored the developments, leading to varied performances across the markets.

Market Movements Across the Region

Australia's S&P/ASX 200 saw an increase, adding 0.63% at 3:28 am CET. Conversely, South Korea's Kospi Composite experienced a slight decrease, lowering by 0.29% shortly after. Hong Kong's Hang Seng showed positive movement, increasing by 0.78% at 3:30 am CET. However, the Chinese mainland markets, including the Shanghai Composite and the Shenzhen Composite, faced declines of 0.15% and 0.38%, respectively. Japan's Nikkei 225 also saw a modest increase, up by 0.13% at the same time.

Currency Fluctuations

The dollar experienced a slight decrease against the yen, trading 0.29% lower and going for ¥155.1585 at 3:33 am CET.