Asia-Pacific Markets Mixed as China Data Fuels Stimulus Hopes – June 30, 2025
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Asia-Pacific markets presented a mixed picture Monday as investors digested fresh economic data and monitored developments in global trade negotiations. While several key indices saw gains, concerns surrounding China’s manufacturing sector continue to weigh on sentiment.China’s manufacturing activity contracted for a third consecutive month in June, intensifying expectations for further economic stimulus from Beijing to counteract the impact of ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. [[source article]]. The CSI 300 index managed a modest rise of 0.17%, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index dipped 0.51%.
Japan led the gains, with the Nikkei 225 hitting a six-month high, climbing 1.53% and the Topix index advancing 0.86%. This follows strong gains from the previous session. [[source article]]
South Korea’s Kospi added 0.87% and the Kosdaq ticked up 0.67% despite choppy trading. Australia’s S&P/ASX 200 saw a slight increase of 0.2%.
The positive momentum in Asia-Pacific follows a strong performance on Wall Street Friday, with the S&P 500 reaching a new four-month high and the Nasdaq Composite hitting an all-time high. U.S.equity futures continued to rise in early Asia hours. [[source article]]
Looking Ahead: Investors will be closely watching for further signals from Chinese policymakers regarding potential stimulus measures. The second half of the year begins with a cautious optimism, balanced by persistent global economic uncertainties.
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