Rising Geopolitical Tensions Dragged Down China Stocks

China stocks declined for the second week in a row amid sharply escalating geopolitical tensions and rising bond yields in Japan.

Takaichi Seeks Voter Approval for National Economic and Defense Agenda

Rising political uncertainty and unresolved tariff worries dragged down Japan's indexes for the fourth session in a row. Japan heads for a national election in early February.

China and Hong Kong Indexes Turned Lower Amid GDP Growth Slowdown Fears

In cautious trading, China indexes turned lower as investors debated earnings outlooks for 2026 amid economic growth deceleration and persistent weakness in the residential property market.

China's Quarterly Economic Growth Slipped and Property Investment Plunged

China's economy expanded at the target growth rate of 5%, overcoming a sharp decline in exports to the U.S. and a persistent decline in residential property prices.

Japan's Indexes Meandered, Yen Level Raised Prospects of Intervention

Japan's benchmark indexes meandered amid rising political uncertainty and ahead of the Bank of Japan's rate decision next week.

China Stocks Faced Headwinds as Caution Returned Ahead of Quarterly Results

Stocks in mainland China and Hong Kong struggled to advance amid elevated trade friction with the U.S. and a slowing domestic economic growth backdrop.

Japan's Producer Price Inflation Moderated In December, Tech Stock Led Tokyo Downturn

Japan's producer price inflation slowed in December, driven by a decline in prices of steel, chemicals, petroleum, and coal products.

China Indexes Turned Volatile After Regulators Tightened Margin Rules

Chinese regulators tightened margin requirements for stock lending to curb excessive speculation in capital markets.

Japan's Indexes Scaled New Record Highs Ahead of Snap Elections Next Month

Japan's two benchmark indexes advanced to fresh record highs, the yen dropped to a one-year low, and the yield on 10-year government bonds advanced to the highest level since 1999.

China's Higher Global Shipments Lifted 2025 Trade Surplus Above $1 Trillion

China's trade surplus soared in 2025, as manufacturers increased global shipments, offsetting a sharp decline in exports to the U.S.

Japan's Indexes Advanced 3% and Yen Drifted to One-Year Low

Japan's indexes soared as much as 3%, and the yen drifted to a new one-year low, and investors returned from a three-day weekend. The yield on 10-year Japanese government bonds advanced to 2.1%, the highest since 1999.

Hong Kong Indexes Advanced, GigaDevice Soared 40% On Trading Debut

Benchmark indexes in mainland China and Hong Kong edged higher, and the yuan touched a three-year high amid rising tensions between Iran and the U.S.

China Markets Extended Previous Week's Gains

China indexes extended the previous week's gains amid earnings optimism and new policy initiatives to support the faltering housing market.

Japan's Personal Spending Unexpectedly Advanced In November, Nikkei 225 Jumped 1.6%

Japan's real household spending unexpectedly rose in November, driven by winter purchases. For the week, the benchmark indexes advanced about 1%.

China's Inflation Reports Confirmed Weak Demand, Three New Issues List In Hong Kong

China's inflation reports confirmed an ongoing economic slowdown amid weak domestic demand. Three new issues started trading in Hong Kong, driven by a sustained demand from foreign investors.