Asian stock markets closed higher! The Nikkei jumped more than 3%, South Korea surged, while China gained but the Hang Seng remained flat.

Asian stock markets mostly closed higher today (July 21, 2569), with Japanese and South Korean markets surging, driven by buying in technology and semiconductor stocks. Chinese markets also rose due to buying in large-cap stocks amid a recovery in chip stocks across the region. Investors are increasingly focusing on corporate earnings reports and AI investment trends, while tensions between the US and Iran remain a factor to watch.

Japanese stock market

The Nikkei index surged more than 3%, recovering strongly as investors returned to buying technology and semiconductor stocks, following the recovery of global chip stocks. The market is also watching corporate earnings reports and trends in AI spending, which are boosting investment sentiment.

• The Nikkei index closed at 66,232.19 points, up 2,091.07 points or +3.26%.

Chinese stock market

The Shanghai Composite Index rose, driven by buying in large-cap and technology stocks, following a rebound in overall Asian market sentiment. Investors are also monitoring the direction of the Chinese economy and external factors, including the escalating tensions in the Middle East.

• The Shanghai Composite Index closed at 3,864.37 points, up 68.09 points or +1.79%.

Hong Kong Stock Market

The Hang Seng Index remained relatively flat near its previous closing level as investors slowed trading to assess market direction and economic factors. Buying in technology stocks helped support the market amid anticipation of earnings reports from leading companies.

• The Hang Seng Index closed at 25,132.29 points, down 10.76 points or -0.04%.

South Korean stock market

The KOSPI index surged more than 3.5%, driven by buying in technology and semiconductor stocks, after the market eased concerns over the sell-off in chip stocks the previous week. Investors are now watching earnings reports and investment trends in AI, which are key factors for technology stocks.

• The South Korean stock market composite index closed at 6,747.95 points, up 231.68 points or +3.56%.

refer : www.cnbc.com

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