Asian shares advanced, mirroring a Wall Street rally fueled by technology stocks. The yen stabilized after intervention-driven gains, while oil prices declined amid easing Middle East tensions. Investors anticipate a busy corporate earnings week, seeking evidence of AI spending translating into growth. US manufacturing activity expanded rapidly, showing strong demand and increased production. Markets are shifting focus from flows to earnings and macroeconomic factors.
Is the smallcap rally a trap? Only 37% of stocks are outperforming their benchmark
India’s recent smallcap surge indicates that less stock is outpacing the benchmark index, revealing a narrowing group of successful stocks boosting overall returns. Conversely, largecap
August 25, 2026