In the latest session of Asian markets, there was a mixed performance across major indices:
- Nikkei 225: Japan’s benchmark index fell significantly by 1.45%, closing at 38,399.47. The downward movement was due to broader market concerns as investors reacted to global factors.
- Kospi: South Korea’s Kospi index declined by 0.98%, settling at 2,579.64, as losses in technology and semiconductor stocks contributed to the drop.
- Shanghai Composite: China’s Shanghai Composite index showed resilience with a modest increase of 0.15%, closing at 3,273.15, supported by gains in industrial and energy sectors.
- Hang Seng: Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index managed a slight rise of 0.13%, closing at 20,505.77. Gains in technology and real estate stocks contributed to the positive momentum.
Other markets like Taiwan Weighted, SET Composite, and Jakarta Composite saw declines, reflecting investor caution amid varied global cues.
