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.
Dividends and stock splits: IRCTC, BEML among 150+ stocks with record dates this week. Check full list
More than 150 companies have fixed record dates for dividends and stock splits between September 21 and September 25. IRCTC, BEML, Hindustan Copper, Cochin Shipyard