As of 9:45 AM IST, major Asian markets showed mixed trends. While the Nikkei, Hang Seng, and Shanghai Composite indices were in the green, KOSPI remained under pressure. Here’s a closer look at the key indices:
Nikkei 225 (Japan)
- Time: 9:45 AM IST
- Current Level: 38,934.91
- Change: +23.72 points (+0.06%)
- High: 39,186.64
- Low: 38,893.52
The Nikkei 225 saw a modest rise of 0.06%, reflecting optimism despite global economic uncertainties. Investors remained cautiously optimistic following the release of corporate earnings reports.
Hang Seng (Hong Kong)
- Time: 9:45 AM IST
- Current Level: 20,229.94
- Change: +150.84 points (+0.75%)
- High: 20,438.10
- Low: 20,058.67
The Hang Seng index surged by 0.75%, driven by gains in technology and financial stocks. Strong investor sentiment in China’s economic recovery played a crucial role in lifting the index.
KOSPI (South Korea)
- Time: 9:45 AM IST
- Current Level: 2,589.52
- Change: -19.78 points (-0.76%)
- High: 2,618.32
- Low: 2,588.62
KOSPI was down by 0.76%, facing a bearish trend. Concerns over global inflation and interest rates weighed heavily on investor sentiment, leading to a decline in South Korean equities.
Shanghai Composite (China)
- Time: 9:15 AM IST
- Current Level: 3,190.63
- Change: +21.25 points (+0.67%)
- High: 3,211.49
- Low: 3,152.82
The Shanghai Composite rose by 0.67%, as positive signals from China’s economic recovery continued to boost investor confidence. Key sectors, including infrastructure and technology, led the gains.
