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ASIA STOCKS: Asian Equities Mixed, Gold Makes Fresh Highs, Yen Strengthens

ASIA STOCKS
  • In early morning trading, equity markets are trading mixed amid a strong yen and anticipation of next week’s Federal Reserve meeting, where it's widely expected at least one 25bps cut is expected with about 20% of a 50bps cut. Japanese stocks declined, with the Topix down 0.85% and the Nikkei 225 falling 0.7%, as exporters like Toyota were pressured by a stronger yen while Foreign investors also continued to offload Japanese equities, selling ¥824 billion last week.
  • Elsewhere, Australian stocks gained lead by Energy and Metals & Mining while South Korean shares are slightly higher although local tech stocks are weaker. Gold-related stocks surged across the region after spot gold reached a record high of $2,560.13 on Thursday. In contrast, Hong Kong futures are pointing to a lower open. 

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