Asian markets trade mostly in green in early deals on Monday

29 May 2023 Evaluate
Most of the Asian markets traded in green in early deals on Monday, kindled by the risk appetite followed by the news that US President Joe Biden and congressional leaders reached a tentative deal to raise the debt ceiling over the weekend. Meanwhile, some gains were trimmed after Chinese industrial profits showcased a dip by 20.6% yoy to CNY 2,032.88 billion in the first four months of 2023, indicating sluggish economic recovery, tepid demand and tight margins. Japan’s Nikkei advanced on positive global cues and robust domestic corporate earnings results. Moreover, weaker local currency yen also lifted the exports-heavy industries of the country and attracted more foreign investments. South Korea market is closed for Vesak Day holiday. 

Nikkei 225 up 367.59 points or 1.19% to 31,283.90, Straight times rose by 3.10 points or 0.10% to 3,210.49, Taiwan lifted by 139.06 points or 0.84% to 16,644.11, and Shanghai added by 4.84 points or 0.15% to 3,217.34.

On the flip side, Hang Seng down by 49.68 points or 0.27% to 18,697.24, Jakarta Composite diminished 45.76 points or 0.69% to 6,641.24, and FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI narrowed by 0.06 points or 0.01% to 1,402.92.

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