Rising Yen and Tech Weakness Dragged Down Nikkei 225 Index

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average extended weekly losses to 1.5% following sharp losses in tech stocks and a broad sell-off sparked by weakness in New York. The yen extended its 2025 gain to 5% ahead of the Bank of Japan's rate decisions, pushing down the export-sensitive stocks.

Hang Seng Index Trimmed Weekly Advance to 4%, Sharp Slowdown In China's Exports In Jan-Feb Period

Stock market indexes in Hong Kong trimmed weekly advance to over 4%, the best weekly rise in two months, after the government set an ambitious annual economic growth target of 5%.

Japanese Yen Jumped to 5-Month High, Export-Driven Stocks Led Gainers In Tokyo

Benchmark indexes in Tokyo extended gains for the second consecutive session, and export-driven stocks led gainers. The yen advanced amid hopes that the Bank of Japan will continue with its rate-hike campaign.

China's Ambitious Growth Target Raises Hopes for Additional Stimulus as Debt Level Reaches New Record High

Benchmark indexes in China and Hong Kong advanced amid optimism about additional stimulus after the Beijing leadership set an ambitious economic annual growth target in 2025.

Japan Indexes Lacked Direction After US Launched Trade War with Major Partners

Benchmark indexes in Japan lacked direction after the U.S. launched a global trade war and signaled to expand its tariffs beyond its three key trade partners. Japan's service sector growth was revised higher in February.

China Targets Ambitious 5% Annual Growth Target, CK Hutchison Sell Panama Ports

China set an annual economic growth target of 5% and raised its annual deficit level to a record high of 4%. Benchmark indexes in Hong Kong and China advanced in the hopes of additional stimulus measures.

Escalating Tit-for-Tat Tariffs Weigh On Stocks in China and Hong Kong

China retaliated with its list of tariffs on American farm products and trade restrictions on American advanced tech companies and threatened to bring a lawsuit against the U.S. to the World Trade Organization.

Yen Edged Higher Amid Narrower Rate Differential Expectations, Nikkei 225 Stock Average Rebounded Nearly 2%

Benchmark indexes in Japan rebounded following a surge in tech stocks on Wall Street in Friday's trading. The yen strengthened amid expectations of a narrowing rate differential between the U.S. and Japan in 2025.

China's Manufacturing Activities Rebounded In February, Mixue Group Soared 40% In HK Debut

China's manufacturing activities rebounded slightly in February, according to two surveys; however, the rebound was weaker than anticipated. Mixue Group, the most popular initial public offering in Hong Kong ever, soared more than 40% on the first day of trading.

Tariff Uncertainties Drag Down Japan Indexes 4% This Week, Retail Sales and Tokyo-Area Inflation Weighs

The Nikkei 225 Stock Average extended weekly losses amid worries of U.S. tariffs and rising trade barriers and softer economic data. Tokyo-area inflation edged lower in February, and Japan's industrial production fell in January; however, retail sales advanced for the 34th consecutive month in January.

China and Hog Kong Indexes Plunge Amid Tariff and Rate Path Worries

China and Hong Kong indexes extended weekly losses as investors began to factor in the negative impact of the U.S. tariffs on China's exports, the key driver of economic growth.

Japan Indexes Halted Two-Day Slide, Seven & I Dropped 11% After Management Buyout Collapsed

Investors are looking ahead to the release of key economic data, including inflation in the Tokyo area on Friday. Seven & I failed to arrange the financing needed for its management buyout.

Tech Stocks In Hong Kong Extend Recent Losses, HKEX Reports Record Profit and Declares Second Dividend

Tech stocks faltered for the second consecutive session amid growing anxieties about stretched valuations. Investors are looking ahead to announcements from the legislative meeting next week.

Nikkei 225 Drops to 3-Month Low Ahead of Inflation and Retail Sales Data

Japan's investors looked ahead to the release of industrial production and retail sales data. Tokyo-area consumer price inflation is expected to accelerate amid rising food and fuel prices.

Hong Kong's Tech Rally Resumed Amid Return of Foreign Buyers, Mixue Group's IPO Attracts Huge Retail Demand

Tech stocks extended monthlong gains as foreign investors resumed buying and increased allocation to high-flying e-commerce and online services providers. The Hang Seng index extended its 2025 gain to over 21%.

Japan Indexes Deepen Losses Amid Twin Headwinds of U.S. Tariffs and Rising Yen

Benchmark indexes in Japan traded down amid rising trade tensions with the U.S. and uncertainty surrounding the domestic rate path. Warren Buffett-controlled Berkshire boosted its stake in Japan's trading houses.