Asian markets opened on a mixed note Wednesday as regional indices reacted to global cues and local macro signals. Japan’s Nikkei 225 advanced by 0.17% to 35,902.51, supported by technology and consumer shares. In contrast, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng slipped 0.32% to 21,937.05, while South Korea’s KOSPI declined 0.74% to 2,546.50, weighed by weakness in electronics and auto stocks.
Elsewhere in the region, Taiwan Weighted Index rose 0.29% to 20,291.02, and Jakarta Composite edged up 0.23% to 6,764.89. Singapore’s Straits Times also recorded a mild gain of 0.40%, closing at 3,820.54.
China’s Shanghai Composite fell slightly by 0.11% to 3,283.07, while SET Composite in Thailand remained unchanged.
Meanwhile, GIFT Nifty was trading down by 98 points or 0.40% at 24,332.00, indicating a subdued start for Indian equities.
Asian markets continue to reflect divergent trends driven by earnings, regional policy cues, and shifting sentiment in global risk assets.
