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Asia stocks skittish amid US trade, inflation jitters; China surges on AI bets


Published on 2025-02-14 05:01:09 - Investing
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  • Chinese shares- particularly major tech stocks in Hong Kong- remained key outperformers in Asia, especially after the release of the DeepSeek AI in late-January. Australian markets also hit record highs, as investors positioned for an interest rate cut by the Reserve Bank of Australia next week.

The article discusses the mixed performance of Asian stock markets influenced by various economic factors. Asian stocks were generally cautious due to concerns over U.S. trade policies and inflation, with investors particularly worried about potential U.S. interest rate hikes and the ongoing trade tensions. However, China's market saw a significant surge, driven by optimism around artificial intelligence (AI) investments. This enthusiasm for AI in China contrasts with the broader regional hesitance, highlighting a divergence in market sentiment. Meanwhile, markets in Japan and South Korea experienced declines, reflecting broader global economic uncertainties, while Hong Kong's market showed resilience, buoyed by tech sector gains.

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