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Japan's stocks are declining following Shigeru Ishiba's victory.

Japan's stocks are declining following Shigeru Ishiba's victory.

Japan's Nikkei drops by 3%, while Australia reaches a new record high, as investors anticipate the release of China's data.

Japan's Nikkei drops by 3%, while Australia reaches a new record high, as investors anticipate the release of China's data.

The majority of Asia-Pacific markets experience growth due to optimism surrounding China's stimulus, with Hong Kong predicted to increase by 3%.

The majority of Asia-Pacific markets experience growth due to optimism surrounding China's stimulus, with Hong Kong predicted to increase by 3%.

The Bank of Japan board members have different opinions on the monetary policy path, according to the meeting minutes.

The Bank of Japan board members have different opinions on the monetary policy path, according to the meeting minutes.

The inflation rate in Australia is currently within its target range, but it's unlikely that rate cuts will occur soon.

The inflation rate in Australia is currently within its target range, but it's unlikely that rate cuts will occur soon.

Asian markets, excluding China, are predicted to recover.

Asian markets, excluding China, are predicted to recover.

Mixed open expected in Asia-Pacific markets; Hong Kong's Hang Seng predicted to increase by 4%

Mixed open expected in Asia-Pacific markets; Hong Kong's Hang Seng predicted to increase by 4%

China's central bank in focus drives Asia-Pacific markets upward; S&P and Dow achieve new records.

China's central bank in focus drives Asia-Pacific markets upward; S&P and Dow achieve new records.

On Thursday, Taiwan Stock Exchange website was reportedly crashed by pro-Russian hackers, according to local media reports.

On Thursday, Taiwan Stock Exchange website was reportedly crashed by pro-Russian hackers, according to local media reports.

Fitch predicts that the Federal Reserve will adopt a gradual approach to monetary policy due to ongoing efforts to address inflation concerns.

Fitch predicts that the Federal Reserve will adopt a gradual approach to monetary policy due to ongoing efforts to address inflation concerns.

The Asia-Pacific market is predicted to rise, with Australia on track to surpass its record-breaking closing high.

The Asia-Pacific market is predicted to rise, with Australia on track to surpass its record-breaking closing high.

Who wins the election, Harris or Trump, does it affect China's interests?

Who wins the election, Harris or Trump, does it affect China's interests?

The Asia-Pacific markets are predicted to open up with gains following the recovery of Wall Street from its worst week in 2024.

The Asia-Pacific markets are predicted to open up with gains following the recovery of Wall Street from its worst week in 2024.

Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters states that China's property market has not yet reached its bottom.

Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters states that China's property market has not yet reached its bottom.

Despite the increasing popularity of K-pop, agency stock prices are not benefiting.

Despite the increasing popularity of K-pop, agency stock prices are not benefiting.

The parent company of 7-Eleven rejects takeover proposal, stating that the offer 'undervalues' the company.

The parent company of 7-Eleven rejects takeover proposal, stating that the offer 'undervalues' the company.

Japan's lower-than-expected household spending leads to a climb in Asia-Pacific markets.

Japan's lower-than-expected household spending leads to a climb in Asia-Pacific markets.

Asian markets recover from Wednesday's sell-off except for Nikkei.

Asian markets recover from Wednesday's sell-off except for Nikkei.

Weak U.S. data causes Nikkei to plummet 4%, leading losses in Asia after Wall Street falls.

Weak U.S. data causes Nikkei to plummet 4%, leading losses in Asia after Wall Street falls.

What is the reason behind Couche-Tard's interest in purchasing 7-Eleven, according to a portfolio manager? The stock is considered inexpensive.

What is the reason behind Couche-Tard's interest in purchasing 7-Eleven, according to a portfolio manager? The stock is considered inexpensive.

After South Korea's inflation rate reaches a 42-month low, Asia-Pacific markets generally experience an increase.

After South Korea's inflation rate reaches a 42-month low, Asia-Pacific markets generally experience an increase.

Abrdn analyst warns of potential policy mistake if Fed does not act quickly on rate easing.

Abrdn analyst warns of potential policy mistake if Fed does not act quickly on rate easing.

Economic data awaits investors in Asia-Pacific markets, which open with mixed sentiment.

Economic data awaits investors in Asia-Pacific markets, which open with mixed sentiment.

U.S. data eases recession concerns, boosting Asia-Pacific market openings.

U.S. data eases recession concerns, boosting Asia-Pacific market openings.

Nvidia results lead to a drop in Tech stocks across Asia.

Nvidia results lead to a drop in Tech stocks across Asia.

Nvidia results and Asia tech stocks are being closely monitored by investors, leading to a lower open in Asia-Pacific markets.

Nvidia results and Asia tech stocks are being closely monitored by investors, leading to a lower open in Asia-Pacific markets.

JD.com's stock price rises after announcing a $5 billion share buyback, despite a decline in the Hang Seng index.

JD.com's stock price rises after announcing a $5 billion share buyback, despite a decline in the Hang Seng index.

After the sublabel CEO of Hybe, K-pop's largest agency, resigns, the company's market cap increases to $282 million.

After the sublabel CEO of Hybe, K-pop's largest agency, resigns, the company's market cap increases to $282 million.

Markets in the Asia-Pacific region are predicted to begin trading lower in anticipation of Australia's inflation data release.

Markets in the Asia-Pacific region are predicted to begin trading lower in anticipation of Australia's inflation data release.

PDD, the parent company of Temu, experiences a nearly 29% drop in share price; analysts deem it an "overcorrection."

PDD, the parent company of Temu, experiences a nearly 29% drop in share price; analysts deem it an "overcorrection."

Despite the Dow reaching a new record high, Asia-Pacific markets are expected to open lower, with a focus on China's industrial profits.

Despite the Dow reaching a new record high, Asia-Pacific markets are expected to open lower, with a focus on China's industrial profits.

CBA analyst predicts that oil prices will stay high due to the possibility of a broader conflict resulting from tensions in the Middle East.

CBA analyst predicts that oil prices will stay high due to the possibility of a broader conflict resulting from tensions in the Middle East.

Mixed open expected in Asia-Pacific markets amid rising Middle East tensions, Powell hints at rate cuts.

Mixed open expected in Asia-Pacific markets amid rising Middle East tensions, Powell hints at rate cuts.

Despite wild swings this year, the Japanese yen's safe-haven status remains intact.

Despite wild swings this year, the Japanese yen's safe-haven status remains intact.

Investors await Jackson Hole meeting and assess Japan inflation data, causing Asia markets to set for a lower open.

Investors await Jackson Hole meeting and assess Japan inflation data, causing Asia markets to set for a lower open.

Bank of Korea rate decision and Fed minutes are being assessed by investors as Asia-Pacific markets open stronger ahead of the decision.

Bank of Korea rate decision and Fed minutes are being assessed by investors as Asia-Pacific markets open stronger ahead of the decision.

In Hong Kong, JD.com experiences a 10% decline following Walmart's confirmation of its stake sale.

In Hong Kong, JD.com experiences a 10% decline following Walmart's confirmation of its stake sale.

Wall Street rally falters, causing Asia-Pacific markets to slip, with Japan's trade data in the spotlight.

Wall Street rally falters, causing Asia-Pacific markets to slip, with Japan's trade data in the spotlight.

Focus on China loan prime rates and RBA minutes as Asia-Pacific markets rise.

Focus on China loan prime rates and RBA minutes as Asia-Pacific markets rise.

Singapore introduces new unemployment support program.

Singapore introduces new unemployment support program.

After last week's market rally, Asia markets are expected to take a break; inflation data and central bank decisions are upcoming.

After last week's market rally, Asia markets are expected to take a break; inflation data and central bank decisions are upcoming.