Asian Stocks Rise Amid Quiet Holiday Trading

Shares across Asia traded higher on Thursday, defying the quiet atmosphere of a holiday-shortened trading week, as investors were inspired by Wall Street’s resurgence after a significant sell-off. While uncertainty persists about President Trump’s trade battle with China and other nations, Japan saw its Nikkei 225 rise 1.31% to close at 36,516, reflecting positive sentiment towards the Bank of Japan’s decision to maintain its benchmark rate. However, lingering questions about the potential impact of new US tariffs on global markets weighed on some participants.