Asian stock markets are trading mostly higher on Monday, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street on Friday, as a temporary tariff truce materialized between the U.S. and China wherein China agreed to buy more U.S. energy. This gave fresh optimism about smooth trade relations between the two major oil consumers of the world….
Asian stock markets are trading mixed on Tuesday, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street overnight, as traders remain cautious and are reluctant to take major positions ahead of the monetary policy announcements from the European Central Bank, the US Fed and the Bank of Japan this week. Optimism about a potential U.S.-China trade…
The average advertised rent for homes outside London rose again in the third quarter of 2025 to a new record of £1,385 per calendar month, according to data from Rightmove (RMV.L). Average rents outside the capital are now 3.1% higher than a year ago, marking the third consecutive quarterly record this year. Average advertised rents…
Asian stock markets are trading mostly higher on Monday, following the broadly positive cues from Wall Street on Friday, as traders remain optimistic the US Fed will cut interest rate by another 50 bps by year-end on easing trade tensions between the U.S. and China and cooler-than-expected US consumer price inflation data. They now look…
BANGKOK (AP) — Asian markets surged Monday after Wall Street finished a winning week, overcoming worries over bank lending and the trade war with China. U.S. futures edged higher while oil prices fell. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 jumped 2.9%, to 48,970.40, setting a new record, after its governing Liberal Democrats found a new coalition partner,…
News that Israel and Hamas had agreed to the first phase of a deal to end the Gaza conflict eased geopolitical worries (HAZEM BADER) Asian markets were mixed Thursday as investors tried to assess the outlook for the global AI-fuelled rally, Federal Reserve interest rates and the ongoing US government shutdown. News that Israel and…
Stock market holiday: The stock markets in China and South Korea are closed for holiday on Wednesday, October 8. Other major Asian markets, like Japan, Hong Kong and India are open for trade. Chinese stock markets are closed on account of National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival. The eight-day long China stock market holiday ends today….
Amidst a backdrop of cautious monetary policies and fluctuating global indices, the Asian markets continue to present unique opportunities for investors. Penny stocks, while often seen as relics of past market eras, remain relevant by offering potential growth at lower price points. By focusing on companies with strong financials and solid fundamentals, investors can uncover…
As Asian markets navigate a complex landscape of economic challenges and opportunities, investors are increasingly looking towards dividend stocks as a potential source of stable income amidst fluctuating market conditions. In this environment, identifying stocks with strong fundamentals and attractive yields can be particularly appealing for those seeking to balance risk with the potential for…
With Democrats and Republicans unable to reach a funding deal, the US government is on the brink of a shutdown (Alex WROBLEWSKI) Asian markets stuttered, US futures fell and gold hovered near record highs Wednesday after lawmakers in Washington failed to reach a deal to avert a government shutdown. The prospect of federal services being…