TOKYO / SEOUL / LONDON (IT BOLTWISE) – Asian markets are currently experiencing a turbulent period, particularly in the technology sector. In Japan and South Korea, stock exchanges are recording significant losses, while investors are increasingly concerned about the high investments in artificial intelligence and the associated risks. The Kospi index in South Korea and the Nikkei-225 in Japan fell sharply, reflecting uncertainties in the technology sector.
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The Asian markets, particularly in Japan and South Korea, are currently under considerable pressure. The technology sector, which has long been considered a growth engine, is showing weaknesses that are reflected in significant price losses on the stock markets. South Korea’s Kospi index fell 2.9 percent, posting its biggest daily loss in three months. A short-term trading halt was necessary to control volatility.
In Japan, the Nikkei 225 fell by 2.5 percent, with technology companies such as SoftBank and Samsung Electronics particularly badly affected. SoftBank lost 10 percent of its value, while Samsung Electronics fell 4.1 percent. These developments are a clear sign that investors are increasingly skeptical about the high valuations and massive investments in artificial intelligence.
The sell-off on Wall Street has set the tone for Asian markets. Analysts like Glenmede’s Jason Pride warn that the high spending on AI investments is only justified if it can be covered by future revenue. Until this happens, volatility in this sector is likely to continue.
In China, on the other hand, the markets are more stable. The Shanghai Composite even gained slightly, which is due to the easing of trade tensions between the USA and China. Beijing has announced it will suspend some tariffs on US imports, which has had a positive impact on investor sentiment. However, uncertainty remains as economic data, particularly from the services sector, was weaker than expected.
In Australia, the S&P/ASX 200 was almost unchanged, indicating some stability in the region. Companies like Woodside Energy even posted slight gains as they promised higher dividends. Overall, the situation on the Asian markets remains tense and it remains to be seen how the situation will develop in the coming weeks.
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