Asian Stocks Dip On Korea Tariffs, Yen Holds Gains: Markets Wrap

Asian equities edged lower as tariff concerns resurfaced after President Donald Trump threatened to raise levies on South Korean goods. The yen held its gains.The Kospi Index, one of the world's best-performing benchmarks this year, fell 0.9%, while the South Korean won weakened after four days of gains. Japanese shares fell for a second day, weighed down by a stronger yen.The yen traded near around 154 per dollar after gaining on the greenback over the past two sessions amid speculation the US may coordina ...