Tokyo stocks concluded the trading session on September 1 with a mixed performance. The Nikkei 225 finished at 66,215.34, reflecting a decline of 96.59 points, or 0.15%. This downturn was influenced by increasing bond yields and a downturn in semiconductor shares. Conversely, the broader TOPIX experienced an uptick, rising by 25.57 points, or 0.62%, to Read More
Japan’s Nikkei share average experienced an increase on Friday, primarily driven by technology stocks. However, the extent of the gains was limited due to ongoing concerns regarding inflation and the uncertainty surrounding the potential signals from Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh’s upcoming speech at Jackson Hole. The Nikkei rose 0.4% to close at 66,405.56. Chip-testing Read More
Japan’s Nikkei share average reversed early gains to close lower on Thursday, influenced by a supplier, while the broader Topix experienced a slight increase due to value-buying. The index experienced a decline of 0.2%, settling at 66,131.98, following a prior increase of as much as 1%. In contrast, the broader measure saw an uptick of Read More
The Nikkei 225 Index increased by 0.6%, surpassing 66,000 on Wednesday, building on gains from the prior session as declining oil prices alleviated worries regarding imminent inflationary pressures. Japanese stocks mirrored the gains observed on Wall Street overnight, influenced by a significant decline in long-term Treasury yields. Meanwhile, investors remained on the lookout for more Read More
Asia-Pacific markets experienced an upward trend on Friday as investors evaluate the diplomatic initiatives between the U.S. and Iran aimed at achieving a peace agreement in the Middle East. However, Tehran’s intention to retain its enriched uranium stockpile domestically, as reported, may complicate its negotiations with Washington. President Donald Trump has prioritised dismantling Iran’s nuclear Read More
Asia-Pacific markets exhibited a mixed performance on Monday, influenced by tariff uncertainty following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement over the weekend to raise global tariffs from 10% to 15%. The action followed a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that invalidated a significant portion of the president’s trade strategy implemented under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act Read More
Asia-Pacific markets experienced an upward trend on Friday, as numerous exchanges in the region remained closed in observance of the Boxing Day holiday, while precious metals sustained their year-long rally. Spot gold increased by as much as 1%, reaching a record high of $4,530 per ounce on Friday, and was last trading at $4,508 per Read More
Asia-Pacific markets experienced an uptick on Monday as investors analyzed the decision of China’s central bank to maintain its loan prime rates at current levels. The People’s Bank of China maintained its 1-year and 5-year loan prime rates at 3% and 3.5% respectively, marking the seventh consecutive meeting without change, consistent with a Reuters survey. Read More
