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American Focus > Blog > Economy > Asian Stocks Slide as Tech Selloff Hurts Risk Mood: Markets Wrap
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Asian Stocks Slide as Tech Selloff Hurts Risk Mood: Markets Wrap

Last updated: October 15, 2024 8:53 pm
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Stocks in Asia experienced a decline on Wednesday, following a selloff in the US market. Investors are now contemplating whether the AI-driven rally that has been fueling the recent bull market still has room to grow.

The MSCI Asia Pacific Index, which serves as a benchmark for the region, dropped for the third consecutive session. Equities in Sydney, Tokyo, and Seoul all showed losses. Greater Chinese stocks also slipped by as much as 1.3%, resulting in a total decline of over 10% since reaching a high on October 8th. S&P 500 futures remained relatively unchanged, while Treasuries held steady in Asia.

The semiconductor sector exhibited broader weakness on Wednesday as Asian chip stocks like SK Hynix Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co Ltd saw declines. This movement was partially influenced by a drop in shares of Dutch company ASML Holding NV on Tuesday after revising its 2025 outlook. In the US, Nvidia Corp. experienced a 4.7% loss, indicating a slowdown for major players in the industry.

Vishnu Varathan, the Asia head of economics and strategy at Mizuho Bank Ltd. in Singapore, commented on the situation, stating, “The European tech pullback spill-over on to Wall Street is inevitably set to drag Asia.” He added, “Optimism on Chinese stimulus appears to have been dulled at the margin, so much so that markets have taken more profits, rather than a bullish position, on Chinese equities.”

Despite the overall market decline, a Bloomberg gauge of Chinese property shares showed gains, contradicting the trend in the mainland benchmark. Additionally, some dollar bonds issued by Chinese real estate firms saw an increase. Investors are eagerly awaiting a Thursday press briefing that is expected to provide more details on measures to support the struggling sector.

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The volatility in Chinese stocks has been pronounced since late September when a series of central bank stimulus measures sparked optimism that is now waning. There is growing anticipation to see if authorities will deploy more significant measures to revive the economy and markets.

In the US, the S&P 500 fell to around 5,815, and the Nasdaq 100 lost 1.4%. The dollar stabilized after reaching its highest level in about two months following former President Donald Trump’s defense of proposals to increase tariffs on foreign imports. Meanwhile, Fed Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic anticipates a slowdown in the US economy this year but expects it to remain robust.

In Asia, New Zealand’s dollar and sovereign bond yields declined after a sharp drop in the annual inflation rate in the third quarter, bringing it back into the central bank’s target range for the first time in over three years.

Elsewhere, three of Southeast Asia’s largest economies are set to announce monetary policy decisions later on Wednesday. Indonesia and Thailand are expected to maintain rates, while a rate cut is anticipated in the Philippines.

Oil prices, which had fallen by over 4% on Tuesday, climbed as Israel indicated it would make its own decisions on how to address Iran, potentially targeting energy infrastructure. The recent volatility in oil prices has been influenced by tensions in the Middle East and China’s efforts to stimulate growth as the largest importer.

Overall, the market outlook remains uncertain, with various factors impacting different sectors. Investors are closely monitoring key events this week, including Morgan Stanley earnings, the ECB rate decision, US retail sales, jobless claims, industrial production, and various Fed speeches.

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In summary, the global market is experiencing fluctuations driven by a combination of geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainties, and sector-specific challenges. Investors are advised to stay vigilant and adapt to the changing landscape to navigate these turbulent times effectively.

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