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Asian Markets React Variably to Trump's Tariff Announcements on China and Europe

Asian markets showed mixed reactions to President Trump's tariff comments on China and Europe, with Japan's Nikkei 225 rising while Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell. Currency markets saw...

Asia-Pacific Markets React to China's Strong GDP Growth in Q4 2024

Following China's announcement of a 5.4% GDP growth in Q4 2024, Asia-Pacific markets showed mixed reactions. Chinese indexes rose, while others like South Korea's Kospi and Japan's...

Asia-Pacific Markets Dip Following PBoC's Bond Purchase Suspension Announcement

Following the PBoC's decision to pause treasury bond purchases, Asia-Pacific markets saw declines, with Japan's Nikkei 225 dropping significantly. Concerns over disinflation risks ...

Asian Markets Dip as China Halts Bond Purchases, UN Raises Growth Forecast

Asian stock markets mostly declined after China's central bank paused treasury bond purchases, while the UN raised China's 2025 growth forecast to 4.8%. Key indices showed varied m...

Asia-Pacific Markets React to Mixed Economic Signals: A Deep Dive

Asia-Pacific stock markets showed mixed reactions after Australia's retail sales grew less than expected and China reported a 0.1% annual inflation rate. Japan's Nikkei 225 fell, w...

Asian Markets Show Positive Momentum as Investors Eye Upcoming Inflation Reports

Asian stock markets mostly rose as investors await Chinese inflation data and US job reports, with the Nikkei 225 leading gains. The dollar strengthened against the yen.

Asia-Pacific Markets React Mixed Following Japan's Latest Economic Indicators

Asia-Pacific stock markets showed mixed reactions following Japan's economic data release, including inflation, unemployment, industrial production, and retail sales. South Korea r...

Asian Markets Show Mixed Trends Amid Regional Political and Economic Developments

Asia-Pacific stock markets mostly rose on Thursday, with closures in Australia and Hong Kong. South Korea's political scene was active with an impeachment motion against Prime Mini...

Asia's Markets Show Mixed Signals in a Quiet Holiday Trading Session

During a quiet holiday trading session, Asia-Pacific markets showed mixed trends with Japan's Nikkei 225 rising and South Korea's Kospi declining. The dollar strengthened against t...

Asian Markets Show Mixed Performance as Holiday Season Approaches

Asian stock markets showed mixed results on Wednesday, with subdued trading activity due to the Christmas holiday season. Mainland China's indices showed mixed performance, while J...

Asia-Pacific Markets See Mixed Performance Amid Holiday Closures

Asia-Pacific markets displayed mixed results with several exchanges closed for holidays. Investor attention remains on a possible Santa Claus rally. Japan's Nikkei 225 and China's ...

Asia-Pacific Markets Rally as Honda-Nissan Merger Talks Begin

Asia-Pacific markets mostly higher on Monday, driven by speculation around Honda-Nissan merger talks. Japan's Nikkei 225 up 1.26%, Hong Kong's Hang Seng up 0.57%, and South Korea's...

Asia Markets React to China's Steady Interest Rates and Japan's Inflation Rise

Asia-Pacific markets showed mixed performance due to Japan's inflation rise and China's unchanged interest rates. Key indices in Australia, South Korea, and Hong Kong fell, while C...

Bank of Japan's Interest Rate Decision: Key to Asia-Pacific Markets' Performance

Asia-Pacific stock indexes traded mixed as investors awaited the Bank of Japan's interest rate decision. The BOJ is expected to maintain rates at 0.25%. Market performance varied a...

Asia-Pacific Markets Mostly Up as Investors Eye Japan's Trade Data and BoJ Decision

Asia-Pacific markets mostly higher as investors assess Japan's trade data and await the Bank of Japan's rate decision. Major indexes in Australia, South Korea, Hong Kong, and China...

Asian Markets Mostly Upbeat Amid US Inflation Data and Australia's Job Market Improvements

Asian markets mostly higher on Thursday afternoon, influenced by Wall Street's recent rally following US inflation data and Australia's improved employment figures. Key indices in ...

Asia's Stock Markets React to Mixed Economic Data from China and Japan

Major stock indexes in the Asia-Pacific region traded mixed on Monday, influenced by economic data from China and Japan. China's consumer price growth missed expectations, while Ja...