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.
Indian stock markets deliver negative returns for two years, worst since 2012, ET analysis reveals
Indian stock markets have disappointed investors with negative returns over two years. The Sensex has shown its worst two-year performance since 2012. Indices have not
August 25, 2026