Asian stocks climbed as investors favored semiconductor shares due to AI demand. Oil prices declined as energy supply disruption fears eased. South Korea’s Kospi index saw a significant rally, while other regional benchmarks edged higher. Futures for the Nasdaq 100 Index indicated a more cautious market sentiment. Company earnings and profit growth will guide market direction next month.
How Bessent, America’s bond salesman, cornered Japan on big spending
In a significant dialogue, US Treasury Secretary Bessent encouraged Japan to implement reforms in its fiscal and monetary policies. Aiming to stabilize the yen and