Nikkei KOSPI hit record highs corporate profits
The Nikkei 225 and KOSPI both reached record highs to start the month. Strong Japanese corporate profits provided support. Capital expenditure plans remain cautious amid geopolitical uncertainty.
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Asian equity performance can influence U.S. investor portfolios and global supply chain confidence.
What to watch next
- Next Bank of Japan policy meeting or South Korean corporate earnings season will provide fresh signals.