Asian stock markets declined following a tech stock selloff on Wall Street. Samsung and SK Hynix faced restrictions on shipments to China. Alibaba’s surge contrasted with China’s factory activity contraction. A US court ruling added uncertainty to trade tariffs. Investors await key economic data and the Federal Reserve’s decision. Political risks in Indonesia and Thailand are also in focus.
Metal stocks slide up to 7% as dollar hits 4-month high; NALCO, Hindustan Copper lead fall
Metal stocks, including NALCO and Hindustan Copper fell sharply on Friday as a surging US Dollar Index and ongoing Iran–Israel/US conflict dented demand. Analysts advise