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Nikkei and Hang Seng the stars in regional equities today

Nikkei and Hang Seng the stars in regional equities today

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Eamonn Sheridan
16/08/2024 | 02:57 GMT
  • The strong lead from Wall Street hasn't hurt

The Nikkei is also benefitting from the sharply weaker yen overnight, with USD/JPY leaping to highs circa 149.25. It a little lower today but is still assisting Japanese stocks.

Hong Kong's Hang Seng strong also. Mainland Chinese stocks not so much.

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