Asian markets trade mixed on Xi-Trump meeting watch, rate hike bets
Asian markets traded mixed on Thursday, with investors monitoring developments surrounding the expected meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump for signals on the future direction of U.S.-China trade relations.
September 24, 2026 (MLN): Asian markets traded mixed on Thursday, with investors monitoring developments surrounding the expected meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump for signals on the future direction of U.S.-China trade relations. Japan’s Nikkei 225 gained 0.64% after reopening from a three-day holiday, while the broader Topix declined 0.17%, according to CNBC. Australia’s...