Asian markets saw broad gains as trade negotiations between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping sparked renewed optimism. Investors welcomed the positive tone from discussions aimed at resolving longstanding trade tensions, boosting regional equity benchmarks.
The Nikkei 225 in Japan rose 1.3%, while Hong Kong’s Hang Seng Index gained 0.8%. China’s Shanghai Composite also edged higher by 0.7%, reflecting hopes for stability in global trade relations. Technology and manufacturing sectors led the rally, signaling confidence in a possible de-escalation of tariffs that have weighed on global growth.
Analysts remain cautiously optimistic, noting that while progress has been made, substantial hurdles in negotiations persist. Market sentiment, however, appears resilient as investors await further clarity on trade commitments and potential policy shifts.
