Shanghai Composite
Coverage of Shanghai Composite in the Nexus archive.
- Oil prices gain and global shares are mostly higher after a rally on Wall Street
Global shares rose following a Wall Street rally amid easing oil prices. The U.S.-Japan currency intervention influenced yen and dollar fluctuations, while analysts debated its effectiveness. Oil prices increased as concerns over Iran eased after Trump's comments.
- Asian shares mostly dip after US stocks rally
Asian shares mostly declined despite a U.S. stock rally driven by easing oil prices, as investors assessed the impact of a joint U.S.-Japan currency intervention. Key indices like Japan's Nikkei 225 and Hong Kong's Hang Seng fell, while Australia's S&P/ASX 200 rose. Analysts debated the intervention's long-term effectiveness amid persistent economic factors like inflation and interest rates.
- South Korea's Kospi share index falls 6% and other Asian shares are mixed as oil prices surge
South Korea's Kospi share index fell 6% as doubts over AI investments led to selling of chipmakers' shares, while Asian markets showed mixed performance amid surging oil prices. SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics saw significant declines, and global oil prices rebounded after brief pauses in Iran-related conflict.
- South Korea's Kospi share index falls 7% and other Asian shares are mixed as oil prices surge
South Korea's Kospi index fell 7% as chipmaker shares declined due to doubts over AI investments, while Asian markets showed mixed results. Oil prices surged amid renewed Middle East tensions following missile attacks from Iran.
- South Korea's Kospi share index falls 8%, other Asian shares are also mostly lower
South Korea's Kospi share index fell 8.2% due to declining investor confidence in AI-related investments, driven by SK Hynix's lower-than-expected quarterly profit. Asian markets mostly declined, with exceptions in Hong Kong and Australia, while oil prices rebounded and U.S. stocks showed mixed performance.
- South Korea's Kospi share index falls 8%, other Asian shares are also mostly lower
South Korea's Kospi share index fell 8% due to prolonged selling of chipmaking shares, led by a 12.6% drop in SK Hynix after its quarterly profit missed analysts' forecasts. Other Asian markets, including Japan's Nikkei 225, Taiwan's Taiex, and China's Shanghai Composite, also declined.
- South Korea’s Kospi share index falls nearly 7%, other Asian shares also mostly lower
South Korea’s Kospi share index fell 8% driven by declines in chipmaker SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. Other Asian markets like the Nikkei 225, Taiex, and Shanghai Composite also experienced losses.
- South Korea’s Kospi share index falls nearly 7%, other Asian shares also mostly lower
South Korea’s Kospi share index fell 8% due to a decline in chipmaker shares, particularly SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics. Other Asian markets, including Tokyo’s Nikkei 225, Taiwan’s Taiex, and Shanghai Composite, also experienced declines.
- South Korea's Kospi share index falls 8%, other Asian shares are also mostly lower
South Korea's Kospi index fell 8.2% due to investor concerns over AI-driven investments, led by a 12.6% drop in SK Hynix shares after profit forecasts were missed. Most Asian markets declined, with exceptions in Hong Kong and Australia, while oil prices rebounded and U.S. stocks showed mixed performance.
- Oil prices sink nearly 7% and world shares gain as Chinese chipmaker CXMT soars in Shanghai debut
Oil prices fell nearly 7% and global shares rose as tensions between the U.S. and Iran eased. Chinese memory chipmaker CXMT's shares surged 466% on their Shanghai debut, making it China's most valuable listed company with a $490 billion market cap.
- Oil prices sink 4% while Asian shares gain as Chinese chipmaker CXMT soars in Shanghai trading debut
Oil prices dropped over 4% as U.S.-Iran negotiations eased tensions, while Asian shares gained, led by a 470% surge in Chinese chipmaker CXMT's Shanghai debut. The company became China's most valuable listed firm with a $490 billion market cap. U.S. markets showed mixed results, with energy prices and Trump-era tariffs raising inflation concerns.
- Asian shares edge higher after Wall Street climb, even as Brent oil keeps rising
Asian shares rose following Wall Street gains despite rising oil prices and inflation concerns. Key indices like the Nikkei 225, S&P/ASX 200, and Kospi saw significant gains, driven by AI-related stocks such as Micron Technology and Nvidia. Rising oil prices, including a $1.04 increase in Brent crude, added economic pressure.
- Asian shares edge higher after Wall Street climb, even as Brent oil keeps rising
Asian shares rose following a Wall Street rally, with indices like the Nikkei, Kospi, and S&P/ASX 200 gaining, while AI-related stocks such as Micron and Nvidia surged. Brent crude and U.S. oil prices increased amid U.S.-Iran tensions, raising inflation concerns despite slowing price growth.
- Asian shares rise after rally on Wall Street as data show US inflation slowing
Asian shares rose following a Wall Street rally driven by slower-than-expected U.S. inflation, with South Korea's Kospi surging 6.2% and Japan's Nikkei 225 rising 1.3%. U.S.-Iran tensions and potential disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz weighed on investor sentiment, while lower U.S. inflation reduced expectations of an imminent Federal Reserve rate hike.
- Asian shares rise after rally on Wall Street as data show US inflation slowing
Asian shares rose following a Wall Street rally driven by slower-than-expected U.S. inflation, with South Korea's Kospi surging 7.1% and Japan's Nikkei up 0.9%. U.S.-Iran tensions and concerns over oil supply disruptions limited broader gains, while the U.S. inflation report reduced the likelihood of a Federal Reserve rate hike.
- Asian shares rise after rally on Wall Street as data show US inflation slowing
Asian shares rose following a Wall Street rally driven by slower-than-expected U.S. inflation, though gains were tempered by concerns over potential U.S.-Iran conflict and a slowdown in China's economy. Stock indices in South Korea, Japan, and Hong Kong saw significant gains, while oil prices climbed amid renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Oil prices jump as fighting flares in the Middle East, while AI-led retreat pulls Asian stocks lower
Oil prices rose due to intensified Middle East fighting and uncertainty over the Strait of Hormuz, while Asian stocks declined as AI-related sectors underperformed. The Nikkei 225, Kospi, and Shanghai Composite all fell, with AI stocks like Micron and Nvidia leading losses. U.S. crude and Brent crude prices increased, though remaining below wartime peaks.
- Oil prices leap and stocks fall amid US-Iran strikes over Hormuz
Oil prices rose nearly 5% as the US launched attacks against Iran over the Hormuz strait, leading to sharp declines in Asian stock markets, including South Korea’s Kospi down 8% and Japan’s Nikkei 225 and China’s Shanghai Composite down 2%, with chipmakers like SK Hynix among the hardest hit.
- US futures and Asian shares are mixed while oil prices decline as some exporters opt to raise output
Asian shares and U.S. futures showed mixed performance as technology stocks declined in Tokyo and Seoul. Oil prices fell due to increased production by seven OPEC+ members, including Saudi Arabia and Russia, while uncertainty persisted over supply chain talks with Iran. Major stock indices in Japan, South Korea, and Australia declined or edged lower, while Hong Kong and Shanghai saw modest gains.
- Asian shares rally after Dow hits a record, as some AI shares bounce back
Asian shares rose following the Dow's record high, with mixed performance in AI-related stocks. South Korea's Kospi and Hong Kong's Hang Seng gained, while U.S. job data and oil prices influenced market sentiment. Crypto stocks rose as Bitcoin rebounded.
- Asian shares trade mixed as worries over Iran-US deal remain
Asian shares traded mixed as uncertainty over an Iran-US deal and Hormuz Strait access persisted. Oil prices drifted amid U.S.-Iran negotiations in Qatar, while U.S. stocks trimmed losses but faced weakness in AI sector stocks.
- Asian shares trade mixed as worries over Iran-US deal remain
Asian shares traded mixed as uncertainty over an Iran-US deal and the Strait of Hormuz's recovery weighed on markets. Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 0.6%, while Australia's S&P/ASX 200 fell 0.4% and South Korea's Kospi dropped 1.8%. Oil prices drifted amid U.S. envoys' talks in Qatar, and U.S. stocks trimmed losses with the S&P 500 up 0.8% despite AI sector volatility.
- Asian shares are mixed as tech stocks fall in Japan and South Korea
Asian markets were mixed as tech stocks declined in Japan and South Korea due to falling AI-related shares, while other regions saw gains. U.S.-Iran tensions escalated, affecting oil prices and global economic uncertainty. The Nikkei 225 and Kospi dropped significantly, but indices in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Shanghai rose.
- Asian shares plunge as traders sell to lock in profits after recent rallies driven by AI
Asian shares plunged, led by Japan and South Korea, as traders sold to lock in profits from AI-related stock rallies. U.S. futures and oil prices also fell, while Micron Technology's strong earnings briefly eased concerns about AI sector overvaluation.
- Asian shares plunge as traders sell to lock in profits after recent rallies driven by AI
Asian shares fell sharply on Friday as traders sold stocks to secure profits following recent gains in AI-related sectors. Major indices like Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi dropped significantly, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng and China's Shanghai Composite also declined. The sell-off followed record highs for the Nikkei and Kospi earlier in the week and mixed performance in U.S. AI stocks.
- Asian shares plunge as traders sell to lock in profits after recent rallies driven by AI
Asian shares fell sharply on Friday, with Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi dropping 4.4% and 7.7% respectively, as traders sold to secure profits after recent gains in AI-related stocks. Hong Kong's Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite also declined, reflecting typical volatility in response to AI sector developments.
- Asian stocks are mixed after big tech sell-off
Asian stocks were mixed following a global tech sell-off, with South Korea's Kospi and Japan's Nikkei 225 experiencing declines. U.S. tech stocks like Micron Technology and Nvidia also fell sharply, contributing to market volatility. Oil prices dropped as progress in U.S.-Iran talks eased supply concerns.
- Asian shares are trading mixed amid caution about the war in Iran
Asian shares traded mixed amid uncertainty over efforts to end the Iran war, with Japan's Nikkei 225 down 0.9% and South Korea's Kospi falling 2.8%. U.S. markets saw declines in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq as oil prices dropped following U.S.-Iran talks, while the Federal Reserve's potential rate hikes and inflation concerns added pressure.
- Asian shares are trading mixed amid caution about the war in Iran
Asian shares traded mixed amid uncertainty over efforts to end the war in Iran, with Japan's Nikkei 225 down 0.9% and South Korea's Kospi falling 2.8%. U.S.-Iran talks influenced oil prices, while Wall Street saw declines in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq as investors speculated on potential Federal Reserve rate hikes.
- Asian shares are trading mixed amid caution about the war in Iran
Asian shares traded mixed amid uncertainty over U.S.-Iran war talks and oil price fluctuations. Key indices like Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi fell, while China's Shanghai Composite rose slightly. U.S. markets saw declines in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq as oil prices dropped following weekend diplomatic discussions.
- Asian shares are trading mixed amid caution about the war in Iran
Asian shares traded mixed early Tuesday as markets cooled after eight days of gains, with uncertainty over efforts to end the war in Iran. Indices like Japan's Nikkei 225 fell 0.9%, while others showed minor gains or declines. U.S.-Iran talks aimed at ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz influenced oil prices, which fell following the discussions.
- Asian shares are mostly higher and Japan’s Nikkei tops 70,000 before BOJ rate hike
Asian shares mostly gained with Japan’s Nikkei 225 briefly topping 70,000 before trimming gains after the Bank of Japan raised its key interest rate to 1%. South Korea’s Kospi rose 2.1% to record levels, while Shanghai Composite fell slightly. A U.S.-Iran deal eased oil prices, impacting global markets.
- Asian shares are mostly higher and Japan's Nikkei tops 70,000 before BOJ rate hike
Asian shares mostly rose with Japan's Nikkei 225 briefly topping 70,000 before the Bank of Japan raised its key interest rate to 1%, a 25-basis-point hike to its highest level in three decades. The U.S.-Iran tentative deal eased oil prices, while AI-related U.S. stocks like Micron, AMD, and Nvidia surged. Treasury yields declined as lower oil prices reduced pressure on central banks to raise rates.
- Asian shares mixed after another sell-off of AI stocks on Wall St, while oil prices ease
Asian shares were mixed as AI stock sell-offs on Wall Street pressured markets, with oil prices declining after U.S. airstrikes on Iran. Major indices like the Nikkei 225 and Kospi showed modest gains, while the Hang Seng and Shanghai Composite fell. AI-driven stocks such as Nvidia and Broadcom dropped sharply amid concerns over overvaluation.
- Asian shares slip after another sell-off of AI stocks on Wall St, while oil prices rise
Asian shares declined following a U.S. market sell-off in AI stocks, while oil prices rose due to tensions in the Iran war. Major U.S. indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell sharply, with companies like Nvidia and Broadcom seeing significant drops.
- Asian shares retreat as US stocks halt their record-breaking rally, while oil prices fall back
Asian shares declined following a halt in the S&P 500's nine-day winning streak, while oil prices dropped amid renewed fighting threatening a U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Key indices like Japan's Nikkei and South Korea's Kospi fell significantly, and U.S. stocks including the Dow and Nasdaq also declined. Rising bond yields and economic pressures from higher inflation further impacted markets.
- Asian shares mostly slip as latest fighting undermines the US-Iran ceasefire.
Asian shares mostly declined as renewed fighting between the U.S. and Iran threatened a ceasefire, with Japan's Nikkei 225 and South Korea's Kospi falling. Oil prices remained elevated, impacting airlines like United and Alaska Air, while the fate of the Strait of Hormuz reopening influenced market tensions.
- Asian shares mostly rise after Wall Street rallies on lower oil prices
Asian shares rose following Wall Street's rally driven by declining oil prices, fueled by hopes of renewed U.S.-Iran peace talks. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq surged, while oil prices fell below $100 per barrel. The IMF revised its global growth forecast downward to 3.1% for 2026.
- Oil prices rise again and Asian stocks retreat on the fragile Iran ceasefire
Oil prices surged above $97/barrel as concerns over a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz unsettled Asian markets. Asian stock indices like the Nikkei 225 and Kospi fell, while U.S. futures dipped amid lingering uncertainties about the ceasefire's stability.