Asian shares displayed caution as weak US economic data bolstered expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts. Treasury yields stabilized after a rally, while the dollar weakened. Markets are closely watching Japan’s super-long-term bond auction amid concerns about demand. US economic activity has slowed, raising fears about equity market valuations.
Sensex slumps 583 pts, Nifty below 24,000; 7 key triggers
Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Thursday, with Sensex and Nifty both falling over 0.7%. This decline was driven by soaring oil prices,