Asian markets showed a mixed performance on Monday morning, as regional investors digested global trade concerns and prepped for a heavy earnings week. Some key indices reflected selling pressure, while others managed to post modest gains despite weak global cues.
Japan’s Nikkei 225 led the regional losses, tumbling 329.38 points, or 0.95%, to 34,400.90, as tech and export-heavy stocks came under pressure. Taiwan’s Weighted Index also recorded a sharp decline, slipping 176.15 points or 0.91% to 19,218.88.
On the flip side, Singapore’s Straits Times Index rose 1.12% or 41.55 points to 3,761.88, showing signs of strength in local sentiment. Similarly, Shanghai Composite gained 15.76 points or 0.48%, reaching 3,292.49, as Chinese markets bounced back slightly after last week’s cautious trades.
South Korea’s KOSPI edged higher by 0.18%, up 4.56 points to 2,487.98, maintaining stability amid mixed economic data. India’s Gift Nifty also traded marginally in the green, up 7.5 points or 0.03% to 23,812.50, indicating a steady opening for domestic equities.
Meanwhile, several other regional indices such as Hang Seng, SET Composite, Jakarta Composite, and Hang Seng remained closed or unupdated due to holidays or data lags.
The overall mood in Asia reflects cautious optimism, with investors awaiting key global corporate earnings from the likes of Tesla, Alphabet, and Boeing later this week, even as broader concerns around tariffs and global demand persist.
Disclaimer: The above information is based on publicly available data and does not constitute investment advice. Please make any and every investment decision after consulting your financial advisor.
