Asian equities witnessed a largely negative start on July 25, with most major indices trading lower amid weak cues from global markets. Japan’s Nikkei 225 and the Shanghai Composite were among the key laggards in the region.
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell sharply by 199.34 points or 0.48%, settling at 41,627.00 as of 07:05 IST. The index tracked losses across technology and export-heavy stocks, as investors turned cautious ahead of upcoming earnings announcements and macro data.
The Shanghai Composite was also under pressure, dipping 2.92 points or 0.08% to 3,602.81 by 07:05 IST. Market sentiment remained tepid amid uncertainty around China’s economic recovery and global demand outlook.
Other regional indices mirrored the weak tone. Hang Seng slumped 180.18 points or 0.70% to 25,487.00, while Straits Times in Singapore declined 25.41 points or 0.59% to 4,247.64.
India’s GIFT Nifty, an early indicator for domestic equities, was also trading in the red, down 109.50 points or 0.44% at 24,978.50.
Overall, the cautious mood across Asian markets suggests investor wariness ahead of key central bank meetings, earnings season, and persistent global economic concerns.
