Today's Asia Stocks Pulse
Japan and South Korea equities hit record highs as investors weigh Iran tensions
Japan’s Nikkei 225 and South Korea’s Kospi posted fresh all‑time highs, buoyed by strong domestic earnings and a pivotal wage settlement at Samsung Electronics. The rally unfolded while markets assessed the impact of U.S. strikes in Iran and the fragile cease‑fire talks. Oil prices held gains as Asian shares climbed on the geopolitical backdrop.
FPIs Pour $580 M Into Indian Equities as Rupee Steadies
Foreign portfolio investors injected almost ₹4,800 cr ($580 M) into Indian equities this week, reversing a mid‑month dip as the rupee steadied and geopolitical tensions eased. The inflow contrasts with a net outflow of about ₹45,000 cr ($540 M) across April, highlighting a cautious but hopeful market stance.
Chinese EV Makers Overtake Tesla, Sparking U.S. Auto Stock Revaluation
Chinese electric‑vehicle giants BYD and Geely have eclipsed Tesla in global sales, while Canada slashed tariffs from 100% to 6.1% and Europe shifts to price‑minimum rules. The surge forces U.S. investors to weigh the impact on domestic automakers and related...
55 Chinese A‑share Firms Slash Holdings, State Fund Joins Sell‑off, Market Braced for Drop
Within a week, 55 mainland‑listed companies announced large share‑holding reductions, with 16 cutting more than 3% and the sovereign fund joining the exodus. The coordinated sell‑off spans semiconductor, consumer and pharma sectors and is expected to weigh on the market...
Asian Marco Initial Thoughts: Things to Know Before Trading Asia on Monday. If the Straits of Hormuz Are Closed Markets...
Iran announced the Strait of Hormuz is closed after three tankers were attacked, reigniting fears of an energy shock in Asia. The closure, coupled with North Korea’s missile launches, is expected to push Asian equity markets lower on Monday unless...
Mcap of 8 of Top-10 Most Valued Firms Surges by Rs 1.87 Lakh Cr; Airtel Biggest Winner
Eight of India’s ten most valuable companies added roughly Rs 1.87 lakh crore (~$22.6 bn) in market capitalisation during a holiday‑shortened week, with Bharti Airtel leading the rally. Airtel’s valuation jumped Rs 58,831.52 crore (about $7.1 bn) to Rs 11,25,125.21 crore, while Reliance Industries stayed the top‑valued...
Ahead of Market: 10 Things that Will Decide Stock Market Action on Monday
Indian equities closed higher on Friday, with the Nifty up 0.65% to 24,353.55 and the Sensex up 0.38% to 78,111.24, led by consumer and metal buying. Technical analysts flag the 50‑day moving average at 24,410 as a decisive hurdle; a...
Can Sensex, Nifty Extend Gains on Monday? Oil Prices, 5 Factors to Guide Dalal Street This Week
Indian equities are set to open higher on Monday as the Nifty and Sensex aim to extend a second straight session of gains following a 250‑point surge in GIFT Nifty. Market optimism is fueled by easing geopolitical tensions in the...
TSMC Forecasts AI‑Fueled Q1 Growth as Shares Slip 3.2% on Valuation Worries
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company posted a $18.3 billion net profit and $36.3 billion revenue for Q1, driven by AI‑related demand, but its shares dropped 3.2% as investors questioned the high valuation. Analysts remain split, with a consensus “Buy” rating but a recent...
China Q1 GDP Hits 5% YoY, DBS Trims 2026 Rate‑Cut Forecast to 10 Bps
DBS Group Research cut its 2026 one‑year LPR easing forecast to a 10‑basis‑point cut after China reported a 5.0% year‑on‑year GDP expansion in Q1 2026. The stronger‑than‑expected growth, driven by export demand, reduces urgency for aggressive monetary easing, a shift...
Asian Markets Split as Nikkei, Hang Seng and KOSPI Drop on Falling Oil After US‑Iran Ceasefire Hopes
Japan's Nikkei 225, Hong Kong's Hang Seng and South Korea's KOSPI all posted losses on Friday, dragged by a 7.5% plunge in Brent crude after a tentative US‑Iran ceasefire. The divergent equity moves highlight how quickly Asian markets react to...
STI Dips 0.2% to 4,998 as Traders Await US‑Iran Ceasefire Extension
Singapore's Straits Times Index slipped 0.2% to 4,997.93 points on April 17, reflecting investor caution ahead of the April 21 deadline on the US‑Iran ceasefire extension. The market saw $2.1 billion in trades, while regional peers also retreated, underscoring the geopolitical...
F&O Talk: Midcaps, Smallcaps Stage Sharp Comeback, Trade Above Key Moving Averages. What's the Outlook?
The Nifty Midcap 100 and Smallcap 100 have surged past their 20‑day and 50‑day EMAs, closing in on all‑time highs, while the broader Nifty index trades above its 50‑day EMA but remains below the 100‑ and 200‑day EMAs. Technical indicators point to...
17 Stocks Hit All‑Time Highs, Momentum Surge
ALL-TIME HIGH BREAKOUT ALERT These 17 stocks closed above their lifetime highs, signaling strong momentum and sustained buying interest: 🔥BSE 🔥NALCO 🔥Lloyds Metal 🔥Adani Power 🔥Man Industries 🔥Aditya Infotech 🔥Precision Wires 🔥Nippon Life AMC 🔥Belrise Industries 🔥Aeroflex Industries 🔥TD Power Systems...
Buy or Sell: Sumeet Bagadia Recommends Three Stocks to Buy on Monday — 20 April 2026
Indian equities extended a five‑day rally on Monday as the Nifty 50 closed at 24,353 and the Sensex at 78,493, buoyed by easing US‑Iran tensions. Technical indicators showed a bullish bias, with the 50‑day DEMA forming a strong candle and the...
Taiwan Weighted Index Slides 0.88% to 36,804 Points Amid Global Risk Concerns
The Taiwan weighted index closed at 36,804.34 points, down 0.88%, as investors weighed global risk factors. The decline underscores heightened sensitivity in regional equity markets to external shocks.
TSMC’s 58% Q1 Profit Jump Gives Nvidia’s AI Roadmap a Boost
TSMC’s first‑quarter profit surged 58% as AI chip demand surged, offering investors a rare glimpse into Nvidia’s upcoming product pipeline, including the Vera Rubin GPU slated for 2026. The earnings beat underscores the deepening reliance of the world’s leading AI...
Indian Sensex Jumps 505 Points as Ceasefire Optimism and $46 M FII Inflow Boost Markets
The BSE Sensex surged 504.86 points to 78,493.54 and the NSE Nifty rose 156.80 points to 24,353.55 on Friday. Traders cited a temporary Israel‑Lebanon ceasefire and fresh foreign institutional inflows of roughly $46 million as the main catalysts, lifting large‑cap stocks...
BlackRock Overweights Emerging Markets, Citing Korea’s Tech Boom
BlackRock announced an overweight stance on emerging‑market equities, pointing to a rapid earnings surge in South Korea as a primary catalyst. The move follows a 0.95% rise in the KOSPI and a 47% year‑to‑date gain that outpaces most global indices.
Yuanjie Semiconductor Tops Moutai as China’s Priciest Listed Stock at ¥1,439 ($200)
Yuanjie Semiconductor Technology Co. surged 9.6% to an all‑time high of ¥1,439 ($200) on Friday, eclipsing Kweichow Moutai and becoming the most expensive stock on China’s mainland exchanges. The jump reflects growing investor appetite for advanced photonic chip makers as...
ChinaAMC Fund Up 15% YTD, Beats 98% Peers on AI and Healthcare Bets
China Asset Management Co.'s China Opportunities Fund jumped 15% this year, outperforming 98% of its peers. The fund’s heavy tilt toward AI‑chain companies and healthcare is driving the outperformance while broader Chinese indices lag.
Nikkei 225 Dips 0.9% After Profit‑taking Despite a 2% Record‑high Close
Japan's benchmark Nikkei 225 slipped 0.9% on Tuesday as investors booked gains after the index surged 2% to a record high the previous session. The modest pullback came amid broader Asian market weakness and lingering geopolitical uncertainty.
Manycore Tech Jumps Up to 187% in Hong Kong IPO, Showcasing Chinese AI Startup Surge
Manycore Tech, a Hangzhou‑based AI and design software firm, surged as much as 187% on its Hong Kong IPO debut, raising roughly US$160 million. The jump highlights strong demand for Chinese AI startups and the company’s push into "spatial intelligence."
Moutai Profits Dip as Consumers Tighten Spending
Kweichow Moutai’s Annual Profit, Revenue Fall for First Time—Moutai’s appeal has been waning as consumers become more cautious with their spending @QinSherry @ivy_jiahuihuang https://t.co/a4euTT2CbN https://t.co/a4euTT2CbN
KOSPI -0.55%: Semiconductor Derisking and Rotational Seeding
On April 17 foreign investors sold roughly KRW 1.35 billion ($978 million) of Korean semiconductor stocks, a move amplified by a weaker won and rising local yields. Simultaneously they placed KRW 267.5 billion ($193 million) into less‑exposed names such as Samsung SDI, Koh Young and...
Malaysia's FBM KLCI Stalls at 1,691 as Oil Prices and Middle‑East Tensions Keep Traders Cautious
The FBM KLCI in Kuala Lumpur edged up just 1.53 points to 1,691.24, reflecting a market that remains on the sidelines while oil hovers near $98 a barrel and Middle‑East tensions linger. Traders are watching global cues, including U.S. rate‑cut...
Top Gainers & Losers on April 17: Angel One, Triveni Turbine, Zen Tech, Emami, OLA, Suzlon Energy Among Top Gainers
Indian equities rallied on April 17, with the Nifty 50 and Sensex each gaining 0.65% to close at 24,353 and 78,493 respectively. Mid‑cap and small‑cap indices outperformed, jumping 3.5% and 4.4%, while the rupee firmed to about 92.7 per dollar as...
Why Is Nifty 50 Facing Resistance at 24,400 Level? Experts List Out These Triggers
The Indian Nifty 50 index hovered around the 24,200 mark on Friday, buoyed by a rally in the Sensex and positive global cues tied to de‑escalation talks in the Middle East. Technical analysis shows the 24,400‑24,500 band acting as a strong...
Market Wrap: Caution Finally Hits ASX to End Three-Week Winning Streak
The ASX 200 slipped 0.1% on Friday to 8,946.90, ending a three‑week rally as investors booked profits amid a tentative Iran cease‑fire. Technology defied the pullback, posting a 13% weekly gain driven by WiseTech Global and NextDC, while Zip surged after...
Hang Seng Index Gains Third Day as Tech Stocks Lead 0.67% Rise
The Hang Seng Index opened 175 points, or 0.67%, higher at 26,122, marking its third consecutive day of gains. Large‑cap technology shares such as Alibaba and JD.com led the rally, while the Hang Seng Tech Index outperformed the broader market...
ASX Slides 0.3% as China Housing Slump and Rate‑hike Fears Hit Banks
The ASX 200 slipped 23.7 points (0.26%) to 8,955 on Thursday, pressured by a robust Australian jobs report that revived expectations of further RBA tightening and by fresh data showing a deepening slump in China's housing market. The decline stood...
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: GIFT Nifty Jumps 50 Nearly Points; Oil Prices, Asian Markets...
Indian equities slipped modestly on Thursday as the weekly Sensex expiry heightened volatility, though a firmer rupee and softer Brent crude provided some cushion. Gift Nifty futures surged 47 points to 24,218, signaling a bullish opening for the market. Analysts...
Stocks to Watch: FLCT, Yangzijiang Maritime, MoneyMax, Keppel Pacific Oak US Reit
Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust (FLCT) completed a €43 million (≈$47 million) freehold logistics acquisition in Hapert, the Netherlands, boosting its distribution per unit. Yangzijiang Maritime signed contracts for eight VLCC new‑builds and the sale of four medium‑range tankers, funded by equity...
Foreign Investors Dump $1.5 Bn of Thai Assets as Iran War Spurs Energy Shock
Foreign investors withdrew $823 million from Thai equities and $705 million from bonds in March, driving the baht lower amid an energy shock from the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. The outflows, the biggest since October 2024, highlight Thailand’s vulnerability to rising oil...
PSEi Flat as Caution Persists Amid Middle East Risks
The Philippine Stock Exchange index (PSEi) closed at 6,063.69 on April 16, up a marginal 0.01% (0.34 point), indicating a flat market. Total turnover was roughly $122 million, while foreign investors recorded net outflows of about $18 million. Industrials led gains with...
Positioning Between Relief and Risk
A two‑week conditional cease‑fire between the United States and Iran has lifted the immediate tail‑risk of the Middle East conflict, causing global equities to rally and oil prices to retreat. First Metro Securities frames the situation as a macro‑transmission story...
Nifty Likely Dip to 23,900 Before Testing 24,300
Nifty Prediction For Tomorrow 17 April 2026 By Rohit Srivastava | Indiacharts The Nifty initially opened above the crucial 24,300 resistance level but failed to sustain its position, resulting in a market pullback. The index is now positioned to either...
Structural Bull Market Emerges Amid Post‑War Inflation
In the face of heat, you get to invest and buy at lower prices - but can we overcome our problems and head higher? What should we be aware of, and how should we position ourselves to take advantage of...
Luxury‑goods Stocks Plunge as Middle‑East War Dents Demand, Kering Down 10% and Hermès 9%
Shares of luxury conglomerates Kering and Hermès slumped more than 10% and 9% respectively after first‑quarter earnings missed forecasts and the ongoing Middle‑East war weighed on discretionary spending. The drop came even as most Asian equity indices closed higher, highlighting...
Sensex, Nifty Pare Gains to End Marginally Lower, Adani Enterprises, Hindalco Lead Gainers
India's benchmark indices slipped modestly on Thursday, with the BSE Sensex down 0.16% to 77,989 and the NSE Nifty 50 falling 0.14% to 24,197 after a volatile session. Profit‑booking at elevated levels and lingering uncertainty over US‑Iran negotiations dampened sentiment,...
Asian Equities Surge as Iran‑war Risk Fades, Nifty Jumps 500 Points
Indian benchmarks surged Thursday, with the Nifty 50 up about 500 points to 24,385 and the Sensex gaining 0.7% to 78,647, as optimism over a US‑Iran ceasefire trimmed war‑risk premiums. The rally spread across Asia‑Pacific, lifting Japan's Nikkei and Hong...
China to Raise $2.3 Billion via Hong Kong Dim Sum Bond Sale, Largest Since 2023
China's Ministry of Finance announced a 15.5 billion‑yuan ($2.3 billion) sovereign bond offering in Hong Kong on April 22, the biggest dim‑sum issuance since 2023. The sale comes as global investors seek refuge in Chinese assets amid heightened US‑Iran tensions, pushing yields lower...
Asian Currencies Rise on Weak Dollar and AI‑Driven Export Surge, MUFG Says
MUFG’s senior currency analyst Michael Wan says Asian currencies have rallied as the US dollar weakened after the Iran conflict, buoyed by a sharp pickup in AI‑related exports. The bank continues to favor the Chinese yuan and Malaysian ringgit, while...
TSMC Hits Record 2,080 TWD, Lifts Taiwan Market Past 36,800 Points
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) opened at 2,065 TWD and climbed to a new intraday high of 2,080 TWD, propelling the TAIEX to breach the 36,800‑point barrier. The rally was backed by strong gains in other chipmakers and a wave...
Indian Stocks Heading for Promising Opening on Thursday
Indian equities are set for a strong opening on Thursday, buoyed by a global equity rebound and softer crude prices. Foreign institutional investors turned net buyers, injecting roughly ₹666 crore (about $80 million) in the previous session. The Gift Nifty at 24,355...
Asian Markets Set to Hit New Records Amid US Rally
US stocks at new record. The war trade continues unwinding. Which markets in Asia will likely make new highs/2026 high? Most probably same ones pre-War. •Spore - already near record •Japan - testing 59K •Thai - reopens today after long holiday •S...
TSMC Defies Slow Critiques, Shows Strong Earnings
Some say TSMC is too slow. But earnings today show it’s stronger than ever, even as a bold new entrant joins the chip race. CC Wei 🐢 @elonmusk 🐇 https://t.co/mrlSHR8taT https://t.co/FtqYRRTCxQ
Stocks in News: Wipro, Angel One, HDB Financial, Clean Max Enviro, M&M
Indian equities rallied on Wednesday, pushing the Nifty 50 back above the 24,000 level and setting sights on the 24,350‑24,600 range. HDB Financial posted a 41% year‑on‑year jump in Q4 profit to Rs 751 crore (≈ $90 million) and cleared a Rs 32,825 crore (≈ $4 billion) debt...
China's Q1 2026 Imports Surge 19.6%, Exports Rise
1/4 On Tuesday China reported that the total value of exports in the first three months of 2026 was RMB 6,846.7 billion yuan, up 11.9% year on year, while the total value of imports was 4,991.3 billion yuan, up 19.6%. https://t.co/5TDMdkLpCw
Taiwan's Market Cap Overtakes UK at $4.14 Trillion
Taiwan’s stock market total market cap just hit $4.14 trillion - now exceeding that of the UK
TSMC Q1 Earnings Preview Amid Record AI Compute Surge
Good morning from Taipei. TSMC reports 1Q earnings & hosts an IR call later today. The AI compute sector is at its hottest level on record. I’ll have full coverage soon after the call. Straight to your inbox from https://t.co/yt0PGDxqqi