Asian markets trade in red in early deals on Friday

28 Feb 2025 Evaluate
Asian markets traded in red in early deals on Friday, due to risk aversion in the market after US President confirmed that a 25% tariff on Mexican and Canadian goods will take effect on March 4, along with an additional 10 percent tariff on China. The escalating tariffs are expected to significantly impact China’s economy, which relies heavily on exports and free trade. Technological sector stocks experienced sharp sell offs in the session as an AI-driven rally lost steam after Nvidia’s underwhelming earnings results. Meanwhile, markets anticipates that China’s 2025 Two Sessions meeting next week will outline key policy priorities, including potential support measures for the economy. Japan’s Nikkei fell the most among Asian indices after country’s latest economic reports indicated softening activity, including retail sales, industrial production and Tokyo inflation numbers. Strength in local currency yen also narrowed profits from exports and foreign investment. Stock market of Taiwan is closed for Peace Memorial Day.

Nikkei 225 tumble by 1,351.83 points or 3.53% to 36,904.34, Straits Times narrowed by 26.65 points or 0.68% to 3,894.54, Hang Seng wilted by 538.79 points or 2.27% to 23,179.50, Jakarta Composite dipped by 144.15 points or 2.22% to 6,341.30, KOSPI Index decreased by 83.50 points or 3.18% to 2,538.25, Shanghai Composite narrowed by 29.78 points or 0.88% to 3,358.28 and FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI diminished 3.62 points or 0.23% to 1,585.09.

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