Asian equities rise as Fed-cut hopes and tariff relief lift sentiment

Asian indices advanced on Fed-cut optimism and partial U.S.–China tariff relief, with Nikkei +1.5%, Hang Seng +1.7%, and Brent near $60.7 a barrel.

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Asian indices advanced on Fed-cut optimism and partial U.
Asian stocks extended gains for a fifth session, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 up 1.5%, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng 1.7%, and Shanghai Composite 1.2%. Expectations of upcoming Federal Reserve rate cuts and easing U.S. tariffs on select Chinese imports buoyed regional risk sentiment. Gold steadied near $4,360 and Brent held around $60.7 per barrel, signaling balanced safe-haven demand. Investors anticipate continued liquidity-driven flows into Asia-Pacific equities.
Oct 21, 2025 • 22:14
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