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- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei falls as AI concerns, global bond market stress weigh
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell 1.06% as AI-sector concerns, elevated global borrowing costs and rising oil price ...More
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell 1.06% as AI-sector concerns, elevated global borrowing costs and rising oil prices weighed on investor sentiment. Weak household spending and expectations of further Bank of Japan rate hikes added pressure. SoftBank Group led losses, while Nomura Research Institute gained, reflecting mixed performance across Japanese equities. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei slides over 2% as AI stock selloff deepens on US chip weakness
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell 2.64%, extending losses to four sessions as AI-related and semiconductor stocks d ...More
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell 2.64%, extending losses to four sessions as AI-related and semiconductor stocks declined amid Wall Street weakness. Geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns added pressure, with wholesale prices rising 6.8% year-on-year in September. Kioxia Holdings plunged 13.02%, while shipping stocks gained despite broader market weakness. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan stocks fall for second day as profit-taking, rate fears weigh
Japanese shares trade lower for a second straight session as investors book profits after a recent rally, ...More
Japanese shares trade lower for a second straight session as investors book profits after a recent rally, while uncertainty over US rates, rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions weigh on sentiment. ...Less
- Global Markets | Japan's Nikkei retreats from 6-week high as investors lock in gains
The Nikkei 225 index in Japan faced a downturn as investors engaged in profit-taking, displaying caution ...More
The Nikkei 225 index in Japan faced a downturn as investors engaged in profit-taking, displaying caution in the wake of earlier gains. This decline coincided with rising core inflation data from Tokyo, intensifying fears regarding interest rate hikes. Additionally, geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning the US-Iran situation, cast a shadow over market sentiment. Nevertheless, analysts remain optimistic about Japanese stocks, bolstered by positive feedback from the Bank of Japan's tankan survey. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei jumps 2.5% to 3-month high as AI stocks rally
Japan’s Nikkei surged 2.53% to a three-month high, led by AI and chip stocks following Wall Street gains. ...More
Japan’s Nikkei surged 2.53% to a three-month high, led by AI and chip stocks following Wall Street gains. Advantest and Tokyo Electron rallied, while SoftBank also advanced. Easing expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike supported sentiment, though investors remained selective amid a more cautious outlook for the AI-led rally. ...Less
- Global Market: Nikkei rises as Wall Street gains, oil prices fall
Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.2% and Topix gained 0.4%, supported by Wall Street gains and lower crude oil prices ...More
Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.2% and Topix gained 0.4%, supported by Wall Street gains and lower crude oil prices. Investors remained cautious ahead of a 10-year government bond auction and a speech by BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda. Technology stocks were mixed, while elevated bond yields and fiscal concerns kept market sentiment cautious. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan's Nikkei rebounds as chip stocks rise, Topix slips on bank losses
Japan’s Nikkei rebounded 0.61% on Wednesday as chip-related stocks advanced, recovering from the previous ...More
Japan’s Nikkei rebounded 0.61% on Wednesday as chip-related stocks advanced, recovering from the previous session’s decline. Advantest, Tokyo Electron and SoftBank gained, while Taiyo Yuden surged. However, banking stocks weakened the broader Topix index, with Mitsubishi UFJ, Mizuho and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group posting losses amid broader financial-sector pressure. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei hits six-week high as chip stocks rally on AI optimism
Japan's Nikkei share average soared to a six-week peak, buoyed by chip sector stocks after favorable earn ...More
Japan's Nikkei share average soared to a six-week peak, buoyed by chip sector stocks after favorable earnings guidance from Micron Technology. The Nikkei 225 surged 2.28%, while the broader Topix remained relatively stable. Nevertheless, various stocks within the Nikkei faced downturns, particularly in finance. Analysts are wary about the durability of AI stock gains amid Micron's forecasts, with monetary policy talks suggesting possible interest rate hikes, creating market uncertainty. ...Less
- Global semiconductor stocks sell-off over AI boom worries pulls Asian shares lower
Global equities showed mixed performance, with Asian markets notably declining due to major setbacks in s ...More
Global equities showed mixed performance, with Asian markets notably declining due to major setbacks in semiconductor stocks. A steep fall in South Korea's Kospi index raised alarms for investors worried about competition from the Chinese behemoth CXMT. Japan faced a downturn as key players like Tokyo Electron and SoftBank struggled. ...Less
- Global Market: Nikkei falls as oil surge, global bond selloff rattle markets
Japan’s Nikkei fell 1.23% amid rising global bond yields and oil prices, while Topix declined 1.75%. Infl ...More
Japan’s Nikkei fell 1.23% amid rising global bond yields and oil prices, while Topix declined 1.75%. Inflation concerns, elevated interest rates and expensive AI-linked stocks pressured sentiment. NEXON led losses, while Tokai Carbon gained. Investors remained focused on oil prices, bond yields, monetary policy expectations and ongoing US-Iran developments. ...Less
- D-Street braces for weak opening on negative GIFT Nifty cues
The Nifty index surged to close at 22,722, bouncing back with a hefty gain of 434 points from its lowest ...More
The Nifty index surged to close at 22,722, bouncing back with a hefty gain of 434 points from its lowest dip of the day. Positive remarks from Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman are likely to bolster investor confidence regarding the long-term capital gains tax. A decline in the India VIX suggests lower market anxiety, while foreign institutional investors recorded net sales, countered by robust domestic institutional purchases. ...Less
- Global Market: Why China’s CXMT is putting global memory chip giants under pressure
Global semiconductor stocks tumbled as Chinese chipmaker CXMT’s reported progress on a new memory chip de ...More
Global semiconductor stocks tumbled as Chinese chipmaker CXMT’s reported progress on a new memory chip design raised concerns about intensifying competition. Samsung, SK Hynix and Micron face potential pricing pressure as Chinese manufacturers seek to narrow the technology gap. The selloff also reflects growing scrutiny of AI valuations and whether heavy investment in AI infrastructure will deliver sustainable returns. ...Less
- D-St braces for weak opening on negative GIFT Nifty cues
On Wednesday, the Nifty fell by 0.8% to 22,603 due to weak global cues and RBI's policy changes. Concurre ...More
On Wednesday, the Nifty fell by 0.8% to 22,603 due to weak global cues and RBI's policy changes. Concurrently, the India VIX increased by 2% as market fears grew. Foreign portfolio investors sold shares worth Rs 6,121 crore while domestic investors purchased shares amounting to Rs 4,596 crore. The rupee weakened to 96.43 against the US dollar amid foreign capital outflows. ...Less
- D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
Benchmark Nifty experienced a rebound on expiry day due to a drop in India VIX and Brent crude oil prices ...More
Benchmark Nifty experienced a rebound on expiry day due to a drop in India VIX and Brent crude oil prices. Investor attention is now focused on the forthcoming RBI policy outcome amid ongoing rupee weakness. The rupee declined against the dollar amidst foreign capital outflows and uncertainties surrounding a US-Iran deal. Stocks in the F&O ban included SAIL, Bandhan Bank, and Ambuja Cement. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei slips after early gains as Nasdaq futures weaken
Japan’s Nikkei slipped after giving up early gains as weaker Nasdaq futures pressured technology stocks a ...More
Japan’s Nikkei slipped after giving up early gains as weaker Nasdaq futures pressured technology stocks ahead of Micron’s quarterly results, while banking stocks provided support and the broader Topix edged higher. ...Less
- D-Street poised for positive start as GIFT Nifty signals gains
The stock market's positive open saw the Nifty rise by 0.6%, breaking an eight-week streak of losses. Exp ...More
The stock market's positive open saw the Nifty rise by 0.6%, breaking an eight-week streak of losses. Experts note a potential rebound in Indian stocks, driven by favorable Q2 business reports and strong bank results. However, the rupee suffered as it depreciated against the US dollar amid escalating oil prices and exiting foreign funds. ...Less
- D-Street poised for a positive start as GIFT Nifty trades firmly higher
The Nifty index continues to decline, marking its eighth consecutive week of losses due to market pressur ...More
The Nifty index continues to decline, marking its eighth consecutive week of losses due to market pressures. Analysts predict that the combination of foreign selling and rising bond yields will affect sentiment negatively. The Indian rupee has also weakened, contributing to ongoing market challenges faced by investors. Importantly, the 200-Week EMA remains a critical level for potential recovery or further decline. ...Less
- Global Market: Japanese shares rise on AI stocks, dividend buying; Nikkei up 1.2%
Japanese shares rose on Friday, led by AI and chip stocks, while investors bought shares ahead of Monday’ ...More
Japanese shares rose on Friday, led by AI and chip stocks, while investors bought shares ahead of Monday’s mid-term dividend eligibility deadline. The Nikkei 225 gained 1.23% and Topix 1.19%. Banking stocks also advanced strongly, although SoftBank fell 2.63% after Oracle shares declined amid concerns over data-centre power delays. ...Less
- Global markets rattled as bond yields surge, offsetting AI-stock optimism
Global bond market volatility led to declines in stock indexes, with the S&P 500 on track for consistent ...More
Global bond market volatility led to declines in stock indexes, with the S&P 500 on track for consistent losses. Oil prices rose, contributing to persistent inflation, while economic reports indicated US resilience despite challenges. The 10-year Treasury yield hovered near a 2002 high, raising concerns for real-estate stocks. Technology stocks demonstrated some strength, aided by Micron Technology’s better-than-expected quarterly profit. ...Less
- D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
Benchmark indices faced a decline as global uncertainty impacted the market and investor sentiment remain ...More
Benchmark indices faced a decline as global uncertainty impacted the market and investor sentiment remained cautious. The Nifty index is under pressure, with 22,600 acting as a significant support level. Foreign portfolio investors recorded a net sale of shares worth Rs 10,148 crore while domestic institutions were net buyers. The rupee settled flat against the US dollar amidst heavy FII outflows. ...Less
- D-St set for a cautious opening as GIFT Nifty signals muted start
Indian benchmark indices opened the week with the Nifty index declining amid widespread selling pressures ...More
Indian benchmark indices opened the week with the Nifty index declining amid widespread selling pressures. Analysts indicate that a break below 22,700 could lead to intensified selling, potentially dragging the index towards 22,400. Meanwhile, the India VIX rose 12.1% to reflect increased market fear levels. Foreign portfolio investors net sold shares worth Rs 5,353 crore, while domestic institutional investors were net buyers at Rs 5189 crore. ...Less
- D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
Indian stock markets are currently witnessing a correction influenced by global geopolitical tensions and ...More
Indian stock markets are currently witnessing a correction influenced by global geopolitical tensions and excessive valuations. Foreign investors have turned into net sellers, contrasting with the ongoing net buying patterns from domestic institutional investors. The rupee has strengthened against the US dollar, hinting at a positive shift in global risk appetite. ...Less
- D-Street braces for weak opening on negative GIFT Nifty cues
On Wednesday, Nifty saw a notable 0.5% rise driven by widespread buying activity. Analysts are optimistic ...More
On Wednesday, Nifty saw a notable 0.5% rise driven by widespread buying activity. Analysts are optimistic about the future of Indian equities, pointing to global influences and fluctuations in crude oil as critical factors. The market's strength was further bolstered by substantial purchases from foreign institutional investors, although the rupee struggled against the US dollar due to a robust dollar and escalating crude oil prices. ...Less
- Global Market: Nikkei gains 1% as AI, chip stocks rally; BOJ hikes rates
The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to a 31-year high of 1.25% to contain inflation risks. Japanese ...More
The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to a 31-year high of 1.25% to contain inflation risks. Japanese technology stocks rallied as easing crude prices supported sentiment, with SoftBank, Advantest and Tokyo Electron posting strong gains. ...Less
- D-Street set for a cautious opening as GIFT Nifty signals muted start
In the last few trading sessions, Indian markets have breathed a sigh of relief. The drop in Brent crude ...More
In the last few trading sessions, Indian markets have breathed a sigh of relief. The drop in Brent crude prices has mitigated worries about sustained supply chaos, positively impacting investor sentiment. Experts indicate a cautiously optimistic view now that the Federal Reserve's hikes are concluded. With falling Treasury yields and ample domestic liquidity supporting this movement, the Nifty could potentially climb higher if Brent crude stays below $96. ...Less
- Asian shares trade mostly lower after AI stocks sink on Wall Street
The decline came after OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman said in an interview with Fortune published Satu ...More
The decline came after OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman said in an interview with Fortune published Saturday that the company behind ChatGPT would likely wait until next year for a sale of its stock on Wall Street. That would delay a potential gusher of cash for Softbank and other early investors in OpenAI. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan stocks fall as AI concerns hit tech shares; Nikkei down 1.6%
Japan’s Nikkei fell 1.6% on Monday, dragged by technology and semiconductor stocks as concerns over the p ...More
Japan’s Nikkei fell 1.6% on Monday, dragged by technology and semiconductor stocks as concerns over the pace and risks of artificial intelligence development weighed on sentiment. Investors also remained cautious ahead of key US and Japanese central bank decisions. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan's Nikkei falls 3% as oil surge, US rate hike fears weigh
Japan’s Nikkei fell over 3% in early trade as surging oil prices and rising US Treasury yields revived in ...More
Japan’s Nikkei fell over 3% in early trade as surging oil prices and rising US Treasury yields revived inflation and rate-hike concerns. Japanese equities came under broad pressure, with 201 Nikkei 225 stocks declining against just 23 gainers. ...Less
- Global AI stocks slide as tech leaders call for a slower development of superintelligence
Shares of SoftBank, which owns about 13 per cent of OpenAI, fell over 11 per cent on Monday. South Korea' ...More
Shares of SoftBank, which owns about 13 per cent of OpenAI, fell over 11 per cent on Monday. South Korea's benchmark index Kospi, home to major suppliers of AI chip stocks, dropped nearly 4 per cent, while Japan's Nikkei 225 index declined 1 per cent. The Nasdaq 100 futures index pointed to a 1.3 per cent lower opening for the US tech-heavy index. ...Less
- Global Market: Nikkei gains as AI, semiconductor stocks lift Japanese shares
Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.43% to 65,549.88, supported by renewed optimism in AI, semiconductor and data-centr ...More
Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.43% to 65,549.88, supported by renewed optimism in AI, semiconductor and data-centre demand despite Middle East tensions and higher oil prices. Strong manufacturer confidence and gains in technology stocks boosted sentiment, while a stronger yen and expectations of Bank of Japan rate hikes limited broader market advances. ...Less
- US listing could put Japan's Kioxia in global AI spotlight, Voya's Thomas says
Kioxia's plan for a US stock listing could attract global investors. This move aims to expand the Japanes ...More
Kioxia's plan for a US stock listing could attract global investors. This move aims to expand the Japanese chipmaker's investor base significantly. A US listing may improve liquidity for Japanese tech firms like Kioxia. This is important for large AI-focused funds seeking investment opportunities. Such listings make it easier for funds to invest in promising companies. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan stocks mixed as strong data boosts rate-hike bets
Japanese shares were largely steady as investors balanced stronger domestic economic data against a firme ...More
Japanese shares were largely steady as investors balanced stronger domestic economic data against a firmer yen and expectations of a Bank of Japan rate hike. The Nikkei 225 edged higher, while Topix declined. Energy stocks gained, but transportation shares lagged. Markets remained cautious, with attention focused on yen movements and monetary policy. ...Less
- Global Market | ECB may need more rate hikes as Iran war raises inflation risks: Kazaks
The European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates further to contain inflation as higher fuel co ...More
The European Central Bank may need to raise interest rates further to contain inflation as higher fuel costs linked to the Iran conflict risk feeding into wages and consumer prices. Policymaker Martins Kazaks said gradual tightening remains possible. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei rallies on semiconductor strength as market volatility eases
Japan's Nikkei share average took a leap of over two percent on Monday, propelled by robust performance i ...More
Japan's Nikkei share average took a leap of over two percent on Monday, propelled by robust performance in chip-related stocks reflecting U.S. semiconductor advances. Investors demonstrated a healthier risk appetite, encouraged by steady bond yields and a firm yen. Both Advantest and Tokyo Electron saw an uptick of more than four percent, while Kokusai Electric impressively skyrocketed eight percent due to its new status in the Nikkei 225 index. ...Less
- D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
On Thursday, Indian benchmark indices started with little movement, remaining in a narrow range as trader ...More
On Thursday, Indian benchmark indices started with little movement, remaining in a narrow range as traders reacted to the elevated crude oil prices that dampened investor sentiment. However, a boost from the Closing Auction Session allowed the indices to make a comeback and finish positively for the day. While foreign portfolio investors offloaded shares, domestic institutional investors stepped in as net buyers. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei struggles for direction as chip stocks weigh, bond yields fall
Japan’s Nikkei traded in a narrow range as lower bond yields and softer oil prices offset weakness in sem ...More
Japan’s Nikkei traded in a narrow range as lower bond yields and softer oil prices offset weakness in semiconductor stocks following a drop in Broadcom shares. Energy stocks underperformed, while investors awaited Japan’s 30-year government bond auction for further cues on interest rates and technology stocks. ...Less
- D-St set for a cautious opening as GIFT Nifty signals muted start
The Indian stock markets were under considerable selling pressure on Wednesday, highlighted by Brent crud ...More
The Indian stock markets were under considerable selling pressure on Wednesday, highlighted by Brent crude oil prices crossing the $100 mark. This uptick in oil prices dampened investor morale, prompting foreign portfolio investors to sell off shares. Conversely, domestic institutional investors capitalized on the situation to purchase stocks. Coupled with these changes, the Indian Rupee faced depreciation against the US dollar. ...Less
- Global funds sour on India stocks as some cut allocation to zero
Global investors are reducing Indian equity exposure due to a lack of AI investment themes. Foreign portf ...More
Global investors are reducing Indian equity exposure due to a lack of AI investment themes. Foreign portfolio ownership has fallen to a seventeen-year low as funds exit the market. India now ranks as the least-favored market in Asia according to a recent survey. Local institutions are providing support, but foreign capital remains a concern. Investors seek more durable foreign direct investments to fuel manufacturing ambitions. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan's Nikkei falls nearly 2% as rate hike expectations weigh on sentiment
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell nearly 2% on Monday as expectations of rate hikes by major central banks weighed ...More
Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell nearly 2% on Monday as expectations of rate hikes by major central banks weighed on sentiment. The index was also pressured by Wall Street losses and rising bets on a Bank of Japan rate hike next month, while higher domestic rates could support financial stocks. ...Less
- Global Market Today: Asia stocks waver as yen surges, Iran warns of retaliation
On Tuesday, Asian markets exhibited a mixed bag of outcomes, with the yen gaining strength significantly. ...More
On Tuesday, Asian markets exhibited a mixed bag of outcomes, with the yen gaining strength significantly. Oil prices surged for the third consecutive day, driven by escalating threats from Iran in the Persian Gulf. Japan's economy displayed a faster growth rate than previously forecasted, alongside a notable rise in real wages. Meanwhile, Australian shares faced a downturn as consumer sentiment plummeted in September. ...Less
- D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
The Indian equity market ended the week on a positive note, with the Nifty increasing by 0.1 percent on F ...More
The Indian equity market ended the week on a positive note, with the Nifty increasing by 0.1 percent on Friday. Factors such as global market trends and easing fears of US interest rate hikes lent support to this rise. The India VIX, often seen as a fear gauge, declined by 5.8 percent, signaling lower market worries. ...Less
- Global Market: Japanese shares tumble as Iran conflict lifts oil prices, bond yields
Japanese equities tumbled on Wednesday as renewed US-Iran military strikes pushed oil prices higher and r ...More
Japanese equities tumbled on Wednesday as renewed US-Iran military strikes pushed oil prices higher and raised concerns over economic growth, while surging government bond yields pressured technology and chip stocks. The Nikkei fell nearly 3%, with defensive drugmakers bucking the broader market decline. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan stocks see sector rotation as tech shares tumble
Japan’s Nikkei slipped 0.2% on Tuesday as investors rotated out of heavyweight technology and AI-linked s ...More
Japan’s Nikkei slipped 0.2% on Tuesday as investors rotated out of heavyweight technology and AI-linked stocks amid rising government bond yields and elevated oil prices. The broader Topix gained 0.5%, with auto and utility stocks supporting the market, highlighting a shift in sector leadership. ...Less
- Global Market Today: Asian markets tumble as US-Iran fighting lifts oil and bond yields
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was down 0.8% in early trading as South Korea' ...More
MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan was down 0.8% in early trading as South Korea's KOSPI dropped 3% on the open and Japan's Nikkei 225 sank 2.2%. S&P 500 e-mini futures were flat. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan stocks rise ahead of Nvidia earnings, US inflation data
Japanese shares edged higher on Wednesday as investors awaited Nvidia’s quarterly earnings and key US inf ...More
Japanese shares edged higher on Wednesday as investors awaited Nvidia’s quarterly earnings and key US inflation data for clues on the outlook for artificial intelligence spending and Federal Reserve policy. The Nikkei 225 rose 0.56%, while the broader Topix gained 0.61%. SoftBank Group led gains among major stocks, while investors also monitored the US PCE inflation data for signals on the Fed’s next rate move. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei rises as tech stocks gain, Fed signals cap rally
Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.8% and Topix gained 0.9%, led by technology and chip stocks. Gains were supported b ...More
Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.8% and Topix gained 0.9%, led by technology and chip stocks. Gains were supported by Wall Street’s semiconductor rally, while inflation concerns, higher oil prices and rising bond yields limited broader advances. Investors also awaited Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole speech for clues on US interest rates. ...Less
- D-Street set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
On Friday, Indian benchmark indices wrapped up the trading day positively, approaching their highs. Brent ...More
On Friday, Indian benchmark indices wrapped up the trading day positively, approaching their highs. Brent crude oil prices remained steady above $85 per barrel, contributing to a careful market sentiment. Analysts indicate that if Friday's high is surpassed, Nifty may target 24,350. Simultaneously, India VIX decreased by 3.5% to 10.68, reflecting a dip in market fear. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan shares rally as US debt buybacks ease bond market concerns
Japan’s Nikkei rose 1% to 65,982.49 as falling global bond yields improved investor sentiment and revived ...More
Japan’s Nikkei rose 1% to 65,982.49 as falling global bond yields improved investor sentiment and revived risk appetite. U.S. Treasury plans to double long-duration debt buybacks helped ease borrowing-cost pressures. Gains broadened beyond AI and semiconductor stocks, led by Sumitomo Metal Mining, Sumitomo Pharma and Kansai Electric Power, while technology-related shares declined. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan shares slide as chip stocks tumble on global tech rout
Japan’s Nikkei plunged 2.97%, tracking Wall Street’s technology sell-off as rising global bond yields and ...More
Japan’s Nikkei plunged 2.97%, tracking Wall Street’s technology sell-off as rising global bond yields and renewed Middle East uncertainty dampened risk appetite. Semiconductor stocks led declines, with Kioxia and Furukawa Electric falling over 10%. SoftBank also dropped sharply, while Mercari, Shiseido and Otsuka Holdings gained despite the broad market decline. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan stocks edge lower after GDP growth misses forecasts
Japanese equities traded mostly lower as weaker-than-expected economic growth and elevated oil prices wei ...More
Japanese equities traded mostly lower as weaker-than-expected economic growth and elevated oil prices weighed on investor sentiment. Concerns over Middle East tensions, inflation and rising bond yields added to the pressure, while a weak market breadth reflected cautious investor sentiment. The Nikkei 225 and Topix both declined in early trading. ...Less
- Global Market: Nikkei slips as rising oil prices, bond yields weigh on Japanese stocks
Japan’s Nikkei fell on Friday and was headed for its steepest weekly decline in more than a month as risi ...More
Japan’s Nikkei fell on Friday and was headed for its steepest weekly decline in more than a month as rising oil prices, higher bond yields and uncertainty over the Middle East conflict weighed on investor sentiment. The Nikkei was set for a 4% weekly loss, while the Topix was headed for a 3.4% decline, with energy prices adding to inflation concerns. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei extends weekly gains as softer US inflation boosts risk appetite
Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose nearly 1% on Friday and was on track for a strong weekly gain, supported by softe ...More
Japan’s Nikkei 225 rose nearly 1% on Friday and was on track for a strong weekly gain, supported by softer-than-expected US producer prices, easing concerns over an imminent Fed rate hike and stronger global risk appetite. Technology stocks led gains, while lower oil prices also supported sentiment. ...Less
- D-Street poised for positive start as GIFT Nifty signals gains
Rising crude oil prices combined with ongoing tensions in the Middle East are influencing investor confid ...More
Rising crude oil prices combined with ongoing tensions in the Middle East are influencing investor confidence negatively. Global markets are grappling with renewed inflation worries and high bond yields. If Nifty maintains its position above 24,284, it might indicate a rebound towards 24,400. Conversely, failing to surpass Thursday's peak points to a consolidation phase between 24,000 and 24,250. ...Less
- D-Street set for positive start as GIFT Nifty signals gains
Domestic equities rebounded on Thursday, with the Nifty gaining 0.6 percent. Analysts expect Indian equit ...More
Domestic equities rebounded on Thursday, with the Nifty gaining 0.6 percent. Analysts expect Indian equities to remain sideways with a marginal recovery bias. Broader market action and sector-specific opportunities are likely to remain in focus. Foreign portfolio investors net sold shares worth Rs 583 crore. Domestic institutional investors were net buyers at Rs 3,538 crore. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan stocks muted as investors await US CPI report
Japan’s Nikkei traded largely sideways as investors awaited US CPI data for clues on the Federal Reserve’ ...More
Japan’s Nikkei traded largely sideways as investors awaited US CPI data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate outlook, while Middle East tensions and concerns over shipping disruptions kept risk appetite in check. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan's Nikkei slips 2% as tech selloff offsets gains in broader market
Japan's Nikkei 225 fell nearly 2% on Thursday as a global technology selloff weighed on heavyweight semic ...More
Japan's Nikkei 225 fell nearly 2% on Thursday as a global technology selloff weighed on heavyweight semiconductor stocks, overshadowing gains across much of the broader market. While weakness in AI-linked shares dragged the benchmark lower, lower crude oil prices and strength in non-technology sectors helped limit losses in the broader Topix index. ...Less
- Why did stock market fall today? Sensex slides 281 pts, Nifty closes below 24,300. 5 factors behind the decline
Indian stock indices extended losses on Monday, with Sensex and Nifty declining. Broader markets bucked t ...More
Indian stock indices extended losses on Monday, with Sensex and Nifty declining. Broader markets bucked the trend, closing higher as crude oil prices gained. IT stocks experienced significant declines ahead of the Fed's meeting minutes. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan stocks slide as stronger Yen hits exporters; Nikkei drops Over 2%
Japanese stocks tumbled as a sharp rally in the yen weighed on export-oriented companies, with the Nikkei ...More
Japanese stocks tumbled as a sharp rally in the yen weighed on export-oriented companies, with the Nikkei falling over 2%. Auto and chip stocks led the declines, although SoftBank, Lasertec and Kioxia outperformed. Investors are now watching for further currency intervention and its impact on corporate earnings and market sentiment. ...Less
- D-St set for a negative opening as GIFT Nifty signals weak start
Indian stock indices closed in the red on August 12, reflecting growing unease in the market. The Nifty 5 ...More
Indian stock indices closed in the red on August 12, reflecting growing unease in the market. The Nifty 50 lost 35.75 points, closing at 24,435.95. The increase in crude oil costs dampened investor confidence, prompting foreign portfolio investors to offload shares worth Rs 1,002.50 crore. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee remained under pressure, trading around 95.32 against the dollar. ...Less
- Asian stocks rebound as Federal Reserve officials calm inflation fears
Japan's Nikkei jumped 1.3%, while MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gained 0.6%. ...More
Japan's Nikkei jumped 1.3%, while MSCI's broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan gained 0.6%. ...Less
- Warren Buffett: If past data told you the future, the Forbes 400 would comprise librarians; beware of geeks bearing formulas
Everybody had run to cash and government bonds, and everybody agreed it was the sensible thing to do. War ...More
Everybody had run to cash and government bonds, and everybody agreed it was the sensible thing to do. Warren Buffett called it the third bubble of the decade. His reasoning starts somewhere unexpected. ...Less
- Japan's economy shrinks 7% in last quarter, risks recession
Japan's economy contracted at a dismal 7.1% annual rate during the October-December period, worse than th ...More
Japan's economy contracted at a dismal 7.1% annual rate during the October-December period, worse than the initial estimate, raising fears the world's third largest economy could be headed to a recession. ...Less
- Japan's Nikkei seen rising to 35,000 by mid-2024 on earnings boost
The median forecast for the Nikkei's level in mid-2024 was 35,000, with responses ranging from 31,143 to ...More
The median forecast for the Nikkei's level in mid-2024 was 35,000, with responses ranging from 31,143 to 39,500, the Reuters poll of 10 stocks strategists taken Nov. 10-20 showed. ...Less
- Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei rallies after steep decline as focus turns to tech results
Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday after a significant weekly decline. Markets reopened and ...More
Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday after a significant weekly decline. Markets reopened and investors bought bargains following last week's sharp selloff. The benchmark Nikkei 225 recovered some of its previous losses. Investor attention now turns to upcoming second-quarter earnings from major tech companies. This rebound follows a broader market trend influenced by global events. ...Less
- The most and the least volatile global markets for investing
Most global indices fell during the week, but Argentina’s MerVal and Japan's Nikkei 225 rose smartly. ...More
Most global indices fell during the week, but Argentina’s MerVal and Japan's Nikkei 225 rose smartly. ...Less
- Nikkei drops, led by chip stocks, machine tool makers; Kubota falls
Chip-related stocks were under pressure after the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index dropped 1 per cent ...More
Chip-related stocks were under pressure after the Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index dropped 1 per cent overnight. ...Less
- Japan’s Topix, Nikkei stock gauges tumble almost 20% from peaks
The Topix and Nikkei 225 Stock Average fell about 5%, with the former set for a three-day decline that wo ...More
The Topix and Nikkei 225 Stock Average fell about 5%, with the former set for a three-day decline that would be the worst since the 2011 Fukushima nuclear meltdown and put them near bear markets. A circuit breaker halted trading of Topix futures for about 10 minutes. ...Less
- Nikkei recovers close to levels seen before last week’s rout
Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 2.3%, reaching close to pre-plunge levels after its worst fall since 1987. Tech f ...More
Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 2.3%, reaching close to pre-plunge levels after its worst fall since 1987. Tech firms and exporters gained due to a weaker yen. Rakuten showed growth because of progress in its mobile segment. Investor focus has shifted towards corporate profitability amidst attractive stock valuations. ...Less
- Japan's Nikkei rises, ekes out weekly gain on Fed bets, domestic growth signs
Japanese stocks experienced an optimistic week with the Nikkei 225 showing an upward trend on Friday, dri ...More
Japanese stocks experienced an optimistic week with the Nikkei 225 showing an upward trend on Friday, driven by eased expectations regarding US rate hikes and encouraging local economic indicators. The market reacted positively to a weaker US jobs report, changing investor sentiment. With rising services activity in Japan, the Topix also notched its fifth day of gains, with Rohm and Sumco standing out as key performers. ...Less
- Japan's Nikkei rises past 72,000 as AI euphoria persists
Japan's Nikkei index has soared past 72,000 for the first time, fueled by AI investment enthusiasm and po ...More
Japan's Nikkei index has soared past 72,000 for the first time, fueled by AI investment enthusiasm and positive U.S.-Iran peace talks. The benchmark Nikkei 225 closed up 1.55%, reaching a record intraday peak. Government plans for substantial investment in AI and chips by 2040 are also boosting confidence, though some analysts warn of a potential market overheating. Notable gainers included J. ...Less
- Nikkei ends at fresh 29-year peak as vaccine hopes continue to rise
The benchmark Nikkei share average closed 1.78% higher at 25,349.60, marking its highest closing level si ...More
The benchmark Nikkei share average closed 1.78% higher at 25,349.60, marking its highest closing level since June 1991. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan's Topix rises on oil price drop, Nikkei weighed down by tech
Japanese stocks saw a positive start to the week, with the Topix index extending its winning streak to si ...More
Japanese stocks saw a positive start to the week, with the Topix index extending its winning streak to six sessions, buoyed by falling oil prices and a strong global market. While the tech-heavy Nikkei 225 remained flat, sectors like shipping and autos surged. Investors are closely watching central bank policies and currency movements, with the yen weakening and government bonds experiencing a sharp decline. ...Less
- Tokyo stocks end flat in thin holiday trade
The benchmark Nikkei 225 index eased 0.05 percent, or 15.78 points, to 28,782.59, while the broader Topix ...More
The benchmark Nikkei 225 index eased 0.05 percent, or 15.78 points, to 28,782.59, while the broader Topix index slipped 0.13 percent, or 2.65 points, to 1,986.78. ...Less
- Japan's Nikkei clocks best quarter on record on tech rebound
Japan's Nikkei share average surged on Tuesday, driven by a strong rebound in technology stocks. The benc ...More
Japan's Nikkei share average surged on Tuesday, driven by a strong rebound in technology stocks. The benchmark index closed at 70,062.32, marking its sharpest quarterly gain in decades. Despite mixed market breadth, semiconductor and AI-related shares led the advance. This positive movement mirrored overnight rallies in U.S. markets, fueled by easing geopolitical tensions and renewed tech sector optimism. ...Less
- Global Market: Japan's Nikkei rebounds as bargain buying lifts stocks after sharp weekly selloff
Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday, recovering from last week's steep slide. Investors boug ...More
Japan's Nikkei share average advanced on Tuesday, recovering from last week's steep slide. Investors bought beaten-down stocks after a market holiday, boosting the index. Global sentiment remained cautious due to rising oil prices and inflation concerns. Focus now shifts to upcoming second-quarter earnings from major U.S. technology firms. Analysts noted the gains reflected a technical rebound ahead of key corporate results. ...Less
- Global Markets: Japan's Nikkei rises as oil falls before key earnings
Japan's Nikkei share average closed higher on Monday, boosted by lower oil prices. Investors remained cau ...More
Japan's Nikkei share average closed higher on Monday, boosted by lower oil prices. Investors remained cautious due to upcoming major earnings reports from U.S. cloud companies. Reduced concerns over crude prices supported Japanese shares, while buybacks were also anticipated. Major U.S. and Japanese companies will release their earnings this week. Chip-testing equipment maker Advantest and memory chipmaker Kioxia are among those reporting. ...Less
- Pre-market: Nifty seen opening higher; may reclaim 7600 levels
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,600 in ...More
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,600 in trade today. ...Less
- Pre-market: Nifty seen opening higher; may reclaim 7900 levels
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,900 in ...More
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to reclaim its crucial psychological level of 7,900 in trade today. ...Less
- Japan’s second-richest man faces $8.6 billion Yahoo asset sales dilemma
SoftBank Group is the largest investor in Yahoo Japan, controls several board seats and wields more power ...More
SoftBank Group is the largest investor in Yahoo Japan, controls several board seats and wields more power over the country’s most profitable website than anyone. ...Less
- Japan's Nikkei gauge crosses 71,000 on US-Iran peace deal
Japan's Nikkei share index soared to a historic 71,000 level on Thursday. This surge followed a ceasefire ...More
Japan's Nikkei share index soared to a historic 71,000 level on Thursday. This surge followed a ceasefire agreement between the U.S. and Iran. The U.S. Federal Reserve's stance also influenced markets. Chip-related and financial stocks led the gains. Marine transportation stocks saw a decline. The Nikkei 225 index reached an intraday high of 71,293.64. ...Less
- Weekly winners: Nifty, Sensex top Asian charts with over 4% weekly surge
The Nifty and Sensex recorded the strongest performance among regional markets, as per the data compiled ...More
The Nifty and Sensex recorded the strongest performance among regional markets, as per the data compiled by ET Bureau. ...Less
- Japan's Nikkei trades sideways as investors await earnings
Japan's Nikkei share average saw little direction on Monday. Oil prices dropped significantly after the U ...More
Japan's Nikkei share average saw little direction on Monday. Oil prices dropped significantly after the US suspended attacks on Iran. Investors avoided aggressive bets ahead of key corporate earnings reports this week. Major US cloud companies' earnings will be closely watched for capital spending plans. Japanese chipmakers Advantest and Kioxia are also set to report earnings soon. ...Less
- Tokyo stocks open lower
Tokyo stocks opened lower on Tuesday as a slightly higher yen and falls in the US Dow index weighed on th ...More
Tokyo stocks opened lower on Tuesday as a slightly higher yen and falls in the US Dow index weighed on the market. The benchmark Nikkei 225 index was down 0.45 percent, or 175.29 points, at 38,747.74 in early trade, while the broader Topix index was down 0.33 percent, or 9.33 points, at 2,788.74. kh/kaf/smw ...Less
- Nikkei breaches 59,000 after early rate hike prospect wanes, Nvidia results
Tokyo's Nikkei index soared past 59,000 for the first time on Thursday, shattering its previous record. T ...More
Tokyo's Nikkei index soared past 59,000 for the first time on Thursday, shattering its previous record. This surge was fueled by diminishing hopes of an immediate Bank of Japan interest rate hike and impressive performance from chip giant Nvidia. The benchmark Nikkei 225 saw a significant 1.2% jump, reflecting strong market sentiment. ...Less
- Japan's Nikkei rallies on bargain-hunting, Kospi recovery
Japan's Nikkei share average rallied on Tuesday, reversing an earlier slide. Bargain-buying and a recover ...More
Japan's Nikkei share average rallied on Tuesday, reversing an earlier slide. Bargain-buying and a recovery in South Korea's Kospi supported the market's upward movement. Higher oil prices and central bank policy remained key concerns for investors globally. Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group reached an all-time high, boosting the banking sector. Shiseido and Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha were among the top gainers on the exchange. ...Less
- Americans are ho-hum on Japan's stock rally
Americans are more excited about Europe, says Goldman Sachs. ...More
Americans are more excited about Europe, says Goldman Sachs. ...Less
- Pre-market: Nifty seen opening flat; may retest 8100 level
Tracking the momentum, the index may retest its crucial psychological level of 8100 in trade today. ...More
Tracking the momentum, the index may retest its crucial psychological level of 8100 in trade today. ...Less
- Yahoo Japan buys back $2 billion of shares in 3-way deal with SoftBank, Altaba
Yahoo Japan will then buy back 220 billion yen of stock from SoftBank. ...More
Yahoo Japan will then buy back 220 billion yen of stock from SoftBank. ...Less
- Pre-market: Nifty seen opening flat; may retest 8000 levels
Tracking the momentum, the index is expected to retest its crucial psychological support level of 8000 in ...More
Tracking the momentum, the index is expected to retest its crucial psychological support level of 8000 in trade today. ...Less
- Tokyo stocks open lower on stronger yen
Tokyo stocks opened lower on Friday despite gains in US shares, as a stronger yen against the dollar weig ...More
Tokyo stocks opened lower on Friday despite gains in US shares, as a stronger yen against the dollar weighed on the Japanese market. "The Japanese market is expected to start lower due to the significant appreciation of the yen," senior market analyst Toshiyuki Kanayama of brokerage Monex said. ...Less
- Pre-market: Nifty seen opening higher; may reclaim 8,000 levels
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 8,000 levels in tra ...More
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 8,000 levels in trade today. ...Less
- Pre-market: Nifty likely to open higher with a gap on first day of September series
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 8050-8100 in trade ...More
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index may reclaim its crucial psychological level of 8050-8100 in trade on the first day of September series. ...Less
- Pre-market: Nifty seen opening higher; may hit fresh record high
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to surpass its previous record highs of 8388.05 hit on ...More
Tracking the momentum, the Nifty index is expected to surpass its previous record highs of 8388.05 hit on 10 November 10, 2014. ...Less
- Explained: How AI-led Kospi, Nikkei selloff sparked record 15% drawdown in Asian funds in July
Asia’s major multi-strategy funds suffered sharp July losses as an AI-linked stock selloff across Japan, ...More
Asia’s major multi-strategy funds suffered sharp July losses as an AI-linked stock selloff across Japan, South Korea and China erased much of their 2026 gains. Concerns over AI spending and Middle East tensions hit semiconductor stocks, with some funds losing 3%-9%, while Goldman Sachs estimated a record 15.2% monthly decline for Asia’s primary stock-picking hedge funds. ...Less
- Nikkei closes at near 3-decade high as Biden edges closer to win
For the week, both the indexes gained more than 5% each to mark their biggest weekly gains since late-May ...More
For the week, both the indexes gained more than 5% each to mark their biggest weekly gains since late-May. ...Less
- Stocks reel as funds seek safe harbours
Japan's Nikkei lost 1.1 per cent to close at its lowest since mid-September last year. ...More
Japan's Nikkei lost 1.1 per cent to close at its lowest since mid-September last year. ...Less
- Nikkei falls on Hokkaido quake; spotlight on reshuffled benchmark stocks
CyberAgent rose marginally by 0.2 per cent, after Nikkei Inc. said it will add its stock to the index. ...More
CyberAgent rose marginally by 0.2 per cent, after Nikkei Inc. said it will add its stock to the index. ...Less
- Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 index soars more than 10% after plunging a day earlier
The index rose by 3,360.39 points to reach 34,818.81 approximately an hour after trading commenced. This ...More
The index rose by 3,360.39 points to reach 34,818.81 approximately an hour after trading commenced. This increase followed significant declines on Wall Street that were notable, though not as severe as the sharp drop experienced in Tokyo on Monday. ...Less
- Asian equities make cautious gains following choppy day in US
Asia's open, however, was mixed with Japan's Nikkei 225 up 0.11 per cent, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 down 0. ...More
Asia's open, however, was mixed with Japan's Nikkei 225 up 0.11 per cent, Australia's S&P/ASX 200 down 0.1 per cent and South Korea's KOSPI 0.64 per cent higher. ...Less
- Japan's Nikkei falls on Fed rate-hike bets, tech valuation concerns
The Nikkei index in Japan fell for a consecutive second day amid worries about potential interest rate in ...More
The Nikkei index in Japan fell for a consecutive second day amid worries about potential interest rate increases by the US Federal Reserve and uncertainties in AI sector valuations. The Nikkei 225 benchmark pulled back from its recent peak, reflecting declines in US stocks, notably in the semiconductor field. While chip and insurance sectors struggled, retail stocks managed to rise. ...Less