💨 Abstract

Asian stocks mostly rose after U.S. stocks fell due to higher-than-expected wholesale inflation. Chinese economic data showed slowing activity, with retail sales and investment growth declining. Uncertainty over U.S. tariffs continues to affect manufacturers. The Shanghai Composite gained slightly, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng dropped. Japan's Nikkei 225 rose after better-than-expected economic growth. futures increased, but oil prices fell. Attention shifts to upcoming U.S.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff