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Asian stocks rise as AI optimism boosts tech shares in Hong Kong and China, offsetting cautiousness over US-EU tensions and the Ukraine war. Tencent surges, while the dollar remains little changed and Treasury futures dip. Tech-driven rally in China gains momentum with DeepSeek's AI breakthrough, while investor discord between the US and Europe weighs on German and French bond futures.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 04:00 AM UTC

Oil prices steady after declines as Iraq, Russia supply concerns weigh; market gauges indicate oversupply risk

Published on: February 17, 2025, 04:00 AM UTC

Asian stocks gain as AI optimism lifts tech shares in China and Hong Kong. Tensions between the US and EU over tariffs and the Russia-Ukraine war have investors cautious. China's tech rally backed by AI breakthrough, with potential meeting between President Xi and Jack Ma. US President Trump's tariff plans and VP JD Vance's comments raise concerns. Goldman Sachs upgrades targets for Chinese equity benchmarks. Investors Michael Burry and Marc Chandler provide market outlook. Japan's economy expands, key economic readings expected this week. Oil dips on expectations of increased supply.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 03:01 AM UTC

Oil prices dip amid prospects of increased supply from Iraq and Russia, with market indicators signaling potential oversupply.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 03:00 AM UTC

Asian stocks fluctuate amidst US-EU tensions and looming central bank decisions. Investors monitor China stocks, policy decisions, and inflation readings. Key events this week include US Presidents' Day, UK CPI, and Reserve Bank of Australia rate decision. Expect volatility in stocks, currencies, commodities, and bonds as investors navigate market uncertainty.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 02:01 AM UTC

Central banks in Asia increasingly rely on derivatives to defend currencies against the strong dollar, sparking concerns about future issues.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 02:00 AM UTC

China is clamping down on uncontrolled copper smelter expansion, tying approvals to the availability of ore supply. The move aims to curb excessive capacity and boost domestic mining, but it may not eliminate growth entirely.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 01:01 AM UTC

Asian stocks lack direction amid escalating US-EU tensions and upcoming central bank policy decisions. Investors monitor data and events, including RBA's expected rate cut, NZ's easing, and China's economic indicators.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 01:00 AM UTC

Asian share markets cautiously optimistic, while dollar under pressure after weak U.S. retail sales raise expectations of rate cuts and geopolitical tensions remain in focus.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 01:00 AM UTC

Oil prices dipped on prospects of increased supply from Iraq and Russia amid US-Russia peace talks and potential easing of sanctions on Russian oil.

Published on: February 17, 2025, 01:00 AM UTC