Japan's Nikkei closes at record high near 70,000 on AI boost
TOKYO: Japan's Nikkei share average closed at a record high for a third straight session on Wednesday, ending just shy of the 70,000 mark, on easing concerns over the Middle East conflict and sustained buying in AI-related shares ahead of the U.S. Federal Reserve's policy decision.
Oil extends fall, stocks steady as traders wait on Warsh
SINGAPORE: Sinking crude prices on news that Iranian fuel may soon hit global markets heralded inflation relief and pushed bond yields lower on Wednesday, while stocks and currencies were quieter ahead of Kevin Warsh's debut meeting as Federal Reserve chair.
Japan's Nikkei rises as investors weigh Iran conflict outlook, Fed decision
TOKYO: Japan's Nikkei share average rose on Wednesday as investors weighed prospects for an end to the Middle East conflict and awaited the U.S. Federal Reserve's policy decision.
Nasdaq, S&P 500 slip while Dow hits record close
The Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 finished lower on Tuesday under pressure from technology stocks, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average marked its second straight record close and SpaceX rallied to become the fifth-most valuable US company.
Equities to rebound in 2H26 over peace deal
Affin Hwang Investment Bank Research (Affin Hwang IB) expects Malaysia's equity market to rebound in the second half of 2026 (2H26), supported by a potential US-Iran peace deal.
Stricter rules for corporate bond issuance
The government has introduced a new regulatory framework governing private corporate bond offerings in the domestic market and bond issuance in overseas markets, with stricter requirements on the use of proceeds and greater accountability for issuers.
Investor confidence surges in state fund
State asset fund Danantara's inaugural international bond offering, which was three times oversubscribed, reflects growing confidence in Indonesia's economic outlook and the fund's investment strategy, according to Danantara chief executive officer Rosan Roeslani.
Heavyweight buying lifts Bursa Malaysia
Bursa Malaysia's key index has extended its rebound for a second consecutive day, closing more than 1% higher, as investor sentiment remains buoyant amid improving regional market conditions and sustained buying interest in heavyweight counters.
US bond markets soar on prospects of peace
Treasuries mostly advanced as investors dialled back expectations for Federal Reserve (Fed) interest rate hikes following news of a deal to halt the Iran war.
Bursa Malaysia ends higher for second straight day on heavyweight buying
KUALA LUMPUR: Bursa Malaysia's key index extended its rebound for a second consecutive day, closing more than one per cent higher,yh as investor sentiment remained buoyant amid improving regional market conditions and sustained buying interest in heavyweight counters.
