Asian stocks saw a slight increase following positive US economic data, boosting global market confidence. Tech stocks were particularly strong, fueled by a positive outlook from Taiwan Semiconductor and strong earnings from Netflix. The yen stabilized amid cooling inflation data, while the dollar weakened after comments suggesting potential interest rate cuts.
Global Markets: Asian stocks rise, US hits record on Iran talks
The MSCI Asia Pacific Index opened 0.4% higher on Thursday as traders bet a de-escalation of the Middle East conflict will ease oil prices and