💨 Abstract

On July 16, 2025, Asian shares traded mixed due to U.S. inflation data, pulling most Wall Street stocks lower. Nvidia's gains pushed the Nasdaq to a record. In Japan, the Nikkei 225 edged down slightly, with investors eyeing an Upper House election expected to influence tax policies and fiscal health. Hong Kong and Shanghai indexes moves were minimal, while South Korea and Australia saw slight declines.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff