Market Overview - Japanese and South Korean stock markets opened lower, with the Nikkei 225 index showing a decline of 0.31% at the start [1][2] - The Nikkei 225 index opened at 50,357.15 points and reached a high of 50,450.38 points, closing at 50,426.91 points, down 85.41 points or 0.17% [3] - The South Korean Composite Stock Price Index (KOSPI) opened lower, dropping over 1% before recovering slightly, closing at 4,009.48 points, down 33.35 points or 0.82% [6][7] Economic Indicators - Japan's government bond market is on alert regarding potential pressure from U.S. President Trump for increased defense spending, which could impact long-term bond yields [5] - The Japanese economy is facing challenges with weak domestic demand and trade performance, leading to concerns about the Bank of Japan's independence and potential fiscal expansion [5] - South Korea's economy showed stronger-than-expected growth in Q3, with a quarter-on-quarter GDP increase of 1.2% and a year-on-year growth of 1.7% [8] Corporate Developments - Notable stocks in Japan include SoftBank Group, Tokyo Gas, and Tokyo Electron, which saw early gains [3] - A joint document on securing rare earth mineral supplies is expected to be signed between Japan and the U.S. during Trump's visit [5] - The South Korean government is focusing on stimulating the economy through cash distributions and fiscal support, despite challenges in construction investment [8]
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Zhong Guo Ji Jin Bao·2025-10-28 01:29