Asia-Pacific Markets Finish Mostly Higher Amid Tech Rally & Economic Concerns
Sydney, Australia – September 5, 2025 – Asia-Pacific markets largely closed with gains Thursday, buoyed by a strong overnight rally in the U.S. tech sector that propelled the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite higher.However, underlying anxieties surrounding the global economic outlook continue to temper investor enthusiasm.Key Takeaways:
Japan Leads Gains: The Nikkei 225 surged 1.53% to close at 42,580.27, driven by strong performance in domestic tech stocks. softbank Group led the charge, jumping over 6%, while key Nvidia suppliers Fujikura and Advantest saw gains of 6.04% and 4.63% respectively.
Australian spending Rises: The S&P/ASX 200 climbed 1% to 8,826.5, supported by data showing a 0.5% increase in Australian household spending in July – the fastest annual growth rate (5.1%) as November 2023. Increased demand in healthcare, transportation, and general goods & services fueled the rise.
South Korea Advances: Both the Kospi and Kosdaq indices in South Korea posted gains, rising 0.52% and 1.08% respectively.
Hong Kong Falters: The Hang Seng index reversed earlier gains, ultimately closing 1.12% lower at 25,058.51. Mainland Chinese markets also experienced downward pressure.
Nidec Corp. Plunges on Accounting Probe: Shares of japanese motor manufacturer Nidec Corp.plummeted as much as 22.44% following the announcement of an internal investigation into alleged improper accounting practices.
Market Sentiment:
the positive momentum from Wall Street’s tech rally provided a lift to several markets in the region. However, the gains were tempered by persistent concerns about the global economy, including inflation and potential interest rate hikes. The Australian spending data offered a positive signal for the Australian economy, suggesting continued consumer resilience.
Looking Ahead:
Investors will be closely watching upcoming economic data releases and central bank announcements for further clues about the trajectory of the global economy. The ongoing situation with Nidec Corp. will also be a key focus for investors in the coming days.
Sources:
Australian Bureau of Statistics: https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/economy/finance/monthly-household-spending-indicator/latest-release#household-spending-by-category
CNBC: https://www.cnbc.com/2025/09/04/nidec-corp-shares-plunge-over-22percent-following-probe-into-improper-accounting.html
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