Asian shares fell sharply, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 dropping 3.4% amid concerns over AI technology and President Trump’s tariff hikes on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China. The S&P 500 has declined in five of the last six sessions, reflecting worries about inflation and economic stability. Despite Nvidia’s strong earnings, its stock fell 8.5% following competitive threats in the AI sector, while Berkshire Hathaway saw a modest gain, indicating cautious investor sentiment.
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Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report is crucial for the U.S. stock market, with analysts anticipating adjusted earnings of 85 cents per share and revenue of $38.08 billion. As the second-largest company on Wall Street, Nvidia’s performance significantly impacts the S&P 500, having contributed over 20% to its total return last year. The report follows claims from Chinese firm DeepSeek about a competitive AI model that utilizes Nvidia chips more efficiently, raising concerns about the company’s future demand and stock valuation.
about Nvidia's Earnings Impact on US Stock Market and AI CompetitionAsia stocks mixed as Chinese technology shares decline after brief rally
Asia stocks showed mixed results on Wednesday, with Chinese technology shares declining after a brief rally. The Hang Seng Index fell 0.14%, while the Shanghai Composite rose 0.81%. Japanese stocks also dipped, influenced by U.S. tariff threats, as the KOSPI in South Korea gained 1.7%.
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Global shares traded mixed as investors monitored economic data and U.S. President Trump’s policy moves, which may influence central bank decisions. France’s CAC 40 dipped slightly, while Germany’s DAX and Britain’s FTSE 100 saw modest gains. In Asia, Japan’s economy grew at an annual rate of 2.8%, contributing to its fourth consecutive year of expansion, while other regional markets showed varied performance.
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Global shares traded mixed as investors monitored economic data and policy moves from U.S. President Donald Trump, which could influence central bank decisions. Japan’s economy grew at an annual rate of 2.8% in late 2024, while South Korea’s Kospi surged 0.8%. Concerns over potential tariffs remain, but analysts believe a global trade war may be avoided as negotiations continue.
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Global shares traded mixed as investors monitored economic data and U.S. President Trump’s policy moves, which could influence central bank decisions. Japan’s economy grew at an annual rate of 2.8% in late 2025, while U.S. markets remained closed for a holiday. In energy trading, U.S. crude rose to $71.02 a barrel, and the dollar weakened against the yen.
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Asian markets mostly rose on Friday, buoyed by Wall Street’s gains led by strong earnings from Tesla, IBM, and Meta Platforms. Japan’s core inflation hit 2.5%, exceeding the central bank’s target, while unemployment fell to 2.4%. In South Korea, the Kospi dropped 1.4% amid concerns over AI developments.
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Asian markets mostly rose on Friday, buoyed by Wall Street gains led by Tesla, IBM, and Meta Platforms following strong profit reports. Japan’s core inflation hit 2.5%, exceeding the central bank’s target, while the unemployment rate fell to 2.4%. In South Korea, the Kospi dropped 1.4% amid concerns over AI developments from DeepSeek, impacting major tech stocks like SK Hynix and Samsung.
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Asian shares rose following a record climb in the S&P 500 and the Bank of Japan’s rate hike to 0.5%, the highest since 2008. The Nikkei 225 gained 0.3%, while the Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite increased by 1.8% and 0.7%, respectively. U.S. Treasury yields remained stable amid mixed economic signals, with oil prices dipping after President Trump urged producers to lower crude prices.
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Asian stocks showed mixed results as uncertainty loomed over Chinese markets following President Trump’s tariff threats. The Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite fell, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 and Taiwan’s Taiex rose due to optimism around AI investments. U.S. futures were higher, and oil prices fluctuated, with Treasury yields easing after recent gains.
about Asian Stocks Mixed Amid Tariff Uncertainty and Economic DevelopmentsAsian shares mixed as Wall Street reacts to Big Tech declines
Asian shares traded mixed, reflecting Wall Street’s performance, where oil-and-gas gains offset declines in Big Tech stocks like Nvidia and Apple. Japan’s Nikkei 225 fell 1.8% after a holiday, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng surged 1.5%. The S&P 500 rose 0.2%, but concerns over high interest rates and inflation persist, impacting stock valuations.
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