Asia-Pacific Markets Open Mixed as Investors Assess Trump's Tariff Plans

Asia-Pacific markets open mixed as investors assess Trump's tariff plans

U.S. futures jumped as investors welcomed Trump's postponement of tariffs on European Union imports.

Asia markets dip as global trade worries persist

May 27, 2025 (MLN): Asia-Pacific markets mostly fell Tuesday as investors continued to assess the global trade climate after U.S. President Donald Trump deferred 50% tariffs on European Union imports. Japan’s benchmark Nikkei 225 slipped 0.19%, while the broader Topix index ended flat. In South Korea, the Kospi index declined 0.49%, reversing course from its three-month high in Monday’s session. The small-cap Kosdaq edged lower by 0.12%. Mainlan…

Global Oil Markets Gain Momentum Following Trump's Tariff Postponement » News.ng

Energy markets experienced upward movement on Monday as traders responded positively to President Donald Trump’s announcement regarding the deferral of substantial European Union tariff implementation. The petroleum sector’s gains were further bolstered by persistent geopolitical instability in Eastern Europe’s conflict zone. The international oil standard, Brent crude, registered modest gains of approximately 0.01%, settling at $64.46 per barre…