Most Asian stocks rise amid thin holiday trading

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

Asian stocks in narrow ranges after US tech boost

Asian stocks in narrow ranges after US tech boost

Stocks in Asia traded in tight ranges amid relatively thin holiday trading after a rally in some of the world’s largest technology companies boosted US benchmarks. Shares swung between gains and losses in Japan and edged lower in Australia, with shortened sessions in Hong Kong and Sydney for Christmas Eve. US equity futures were little … Read more