Japan stock market

Asian stocks gain as Japan leads rebound on tariff talks

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Asian stocks gain as Japan leads rebound on tariff talks

Asian stocks gained at the open after a volatile session in the US, snapping a global selloff from concerns President Donald Trump’s trade war will hurt economic growth. US equity-index futures rose in early trading. Shares in Japan and Australia advanced along with equity-index futures for the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq 100, both gaining … Read more

Most Asian stocks rise amid thin holiday trading

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Most Asian stocks rise amid thin holiday trading

Asia’s benchmark stock index rose as equities gained in Japan and South Korea, while several other regional markets remain shut for holidays. Sentiment was boosted after US shares extended this year’s rally on Tuesday. Japan’s Nikkei 25 Stock Average advanced for a second day, with retail shares rising after a travel pact was agreed with … Read more