Asian markets traded mostly higher in early deals on Thursday, whetted by the strong economic indicators from major economies, such as improved manufacturing output and consumer spending. Better-than-expected earnings reports from key companies in the region have provided a positive outlook for corporate profitability, driving stock prices higher. A rise in foreign investment inflows into Asian markets have supported stock prices, as investors seek opportunities in the region's growth potential. Investor sentiments also got boosted after the US has lifted certain export restrictions on chip design software to China. South Korea’s KOSPI index rebounded the most among other Asian indices kindled by renewed efforts from the Bank of Korea to stabilize markets. On Wednesday, the central bank had issued two-year currency stabilization bonds worth KRW 2.33 trillion, slightly above its target of KRW 2.30 trillion, in a move aimed at shoring up the local currency- won, restoring market confidence, and benefiting export-heavy and foreign-sensitive sectors.
Nikkei 225 up by 2.42 points or 0.01% to 39,764.90, Taiwan Weighted rose by 173.16 points 0.77% to 22,750.90, KOSPI Index higher by 29.66 points or 0.96% to 3,104.72, Jakarta Composite enlarged by 21.99 points or 0.32% to 6,903.24, and Shanghai Composite climbed by 2.57 points or 0.07% to 3,457.36.
On the flip side, Straits Times down by 7.74 points 0.19% to 4,003.03, Hang Seng dipped by 232.25 points 0.97% to 23,989.16, and FTSE Bursa Malaysia KLCI lower 2.99 points or 0.19% to 1,547.22.
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